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1.	Abdominal Exploratory in Cats An abdominal exploratory surgery refers to almost every non-specific surgery of the abdomen. They are defined as exploratory because every organ in the abdomen is inspected for abnormalities and treated if necessary.
2.	Biopsy in Cats A biopsy is an important procedure in which a sample of tissue is taken for microscopic analysis.It is designed to help determine the cause of illness or abnormal organ function and usually requires general anesthesia.
3.	Brain Surgery in Cats Surgery on the brain carries a high risk and is not commonly performed in veterinary medicine. When it is performed, it is usually done in specialty practices by surgeons or neurosurgeons.
4.	C-section (Cesarean) in Cats A cesarean section or C-section is a procedure in which the unborn kittens are surgically removed from the uterus. This procedure is usually performed only after attempts at natural delivery have failed.
5.	Castration in Cats Castration is a surgical procedure in which the testicles are removed. The most common reason for this procedure is to prevent future pregnancies but it is also used to treat some illnesses.
6.	Cystotomy in Cats Cystotomy is a surgical procedure in which an incision is made into the urinary bladder. The procedure can be done for many reasons, the most common being to facilitate removal of bladder and urethral stones.
7.	Declawing Declawing (onychectomy) is an elective surgical procedure in which the nail and last bone are removed from all of the toes of the front feet (and occasionally the rear feet as well) of a cat.
8.	Dental Prophylaxis for Cats A dental, also sometimes called a "prophy" or prophylaxis, is a professional cleaning and polishing of a cat's teeth. Performed under general anesthesia, a dental prophy is often needed once a year.
9.	Gastrointestinal Resection and Anastomosis in Cats Gastrointestinal resection and anastomosis is a surgical procedure in which a section of the esophagus, stomach and/or intestinal tract is removed and the remaining parts are connected.
10.	Limb Amputation in Cats Limb amputation is a surgical procedure commonly performed in cats to remove a limb either due to severe injury or cancer. Cats function exceptionally well on three legs and are able to run and play without pain or discomfort.

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