ElectricBlue
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This. I have an evisceration in one story, graphic and gruesome but not sexual. No issue getting it published.You nailed it with it not being a "turn on".
The context in which the violent content is portrayed is the key to acceptability. As long as it isn't done to arouse, titillate, or gratify anything of a sexual nature, it is typically approved.
I have several stories here containing violent acts that would make Steven King cover his eyes. None were rejected. One scene got reported but was quickly restored by the admin.
A castration is a bit closer to the bone, though (so to speak) - a sentence should be okay, but too much detail might cause a twitch.