NACA Animal Control Officers Practice Test

Which method is considered a non-surgical option for sterilization?

1. Complete Orchiectomy

2. Ovario-Hysterectomy

3. Removal of uterus only

4. Sclerosing Agents

The correct answer is: Sclerosing Agents

The selection of sclerosing agents as a non-surgical option for sterilization is based on their method of action. Sclerosing agents work by creating fibrosis or scarring within the reproductive organs, effectively blocking or destroying the function of those organs without the need for invasive surgical procedures. This approach can be less stressful for the animal and involves less risk compared to traditional surgical methods. In contrast, complete orchiectomy and ovario-hysterectomy are surgical procedures that involve the removal of the testicles and the ovaries and uterus, respectively. These methods are invasive and require anesthesia and a recovery period. The removal of just the uterus would also fall under surgical options, as it involves an operation to remove an organ. Using sclerosing agents provides an alternative for sterilization that can be advantageous in certain clinical situations, particularly for animals that may not be suitable candidates for surgery due to health or age-related factors.