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egg cluster a one-inch section of the egg passage is removed with 

 forceps and scissors. This stops egg formation. By reference to 

 Fig. 206 an idea may be had of the exact location of the egg pas- 

 sage and the part of it to be removed in operating. The spreader 

 is now removed. This allows the ribs to come together, which 

 automatically closes the incision. 



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20G — Removing Section from Egg Passage. I-J, Foi'ceps; K, Egg Passage; L, Tlie 

 Section of Egg Passage Between Forceps is to be Removed; M, Egg Cluster. 



After Care and Treatment — Upon being released from the 

 operating table poulardes are usually put in a closed yard where 

 they can find shelter, food and water, and can be kept quiet. No 

 roosts are provided, as the less flying and jumping they do the 

 sooner will the wound heal. The poulardes seem to be very little 

 inconvenienced by the operation, and water and soft feed mixed 

 with sweet skim milk can be given immediately. Some feeders 

 give this in unlimited quantity, while others feed more sparingly 

 for a time. 



For a week or ten days the newly made poulardes should be 

 carefully observed to see whether they become "wind-puffed." 

 This is a condition caused by air gathering under and puffing out 

 the skin near the wound. When observed it can be readily relieved 

 by pricking the skin with a needle or knife and pressing out the air. 



