Preferred term
castration
Type
Type of entity- Topic
Definition
A complete explanation of the intended meaning of a conceptBroader concept
Broader conceptNarrower concepts
Narrower concepts.Entry terms
Alternative terms for the concept.- male castration
- neutering
- orchidectomy
- orchiectomy
Scope note
Notes about the usage and scope of the concept.- Use for surgical or other physical destruction of the testes; For male sterilization by other means USE antifertility effect AND male fertility.
Field 001 in MARC Authority Format
- 7179
In other languages
Terms for the concept in other languages.Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/22898