Description

This webinar will explore the principles and practicalities of reptile surgery, addressing the anatomical and physiological challenges unique to reptilian species. It will review essential techniques for soft tissue, coelomic, reproductive, integumentary, and orthopaedic surgeries, with emphasis on patient assessment, preparation, asepsis, and species-specific adaptations.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the anatomical and physiological factors influencing reptile surgical approaches
• Perform appropriate pre-operative assessment and stabilisation for reptile patients
• Recognise key aseptic and intraoperative considerations specific to reptile surgery
• Identify surgical techniques for common procedures including integument, coelomic, and reproductive surgeries
• Apply effective wound closure and post-operative care strategies across different reptile taxa