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ments of tissue and fluids must be flushed out with 0.5 per cent, 

 solution of carbolic acid and the precautions mentioned above 

 observed. 



Inversion, or prolapse of the uterus, is an accident that may 

 follow parturition. The uterus "turns wrong side out" and pro- 

 trudes from the vagina as a pear-shaped, dark-red mass. When 

 the severe straining incident to expulsion of the fetus is continued 

 after the foal is born there is a decided probability that the uterus 

 will prolapse. To replace properly the organ in its normal position 

 requires the skill of an expert veterinarian. Great care must be 

 taken to cleanse the exposed mucous surface of all dirt and filth. 

 Stimulants to support the mare and medicines to ward off wound- 

 infection diseases must also be administered. 



