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through the neck of the organ as far up as possible. Cut the 

 ends of thread next the needle, leaving four separate ends; then 

 take the ends of one thread and tie a simple knot, bringing it 

 tight. This will enclose and effectually stop the circulation of 

 half the stem. Do the same with the other thread, and then 

 sever the parts outside of the suture with a sharp knife. After 

 the uterus has been amputated, place the ewe in such a position 

 as to raise the hind parts. Administer also an opiate, such as four 

 drachms of laudanum or one grain of sulphate of morphia. 



In cases of inversion of the uterus, if the womb tends to pro- 

 lapse after it has been returned to position, it may be necessary 

 to take a deep suture with sterilized silk through the lips of the 

 vagina, or a pessary can be inserted in the vagina, a simple and 

 efficient method being the introduction of a pig's bladder, pre- 

 viously softened by soaking in warm water; its external surface 

 is well oiled, and after it has been placed in position, is blown 

 up through a tube inserted in the neck; the neck of the bladder 

 is then secured to prevent the escape of the air and is left inside 

 till all danger of prolapse is over. 



Inversion of the Tagina. 



This is a condition very similar to prolapse of the uterus, 

 and may be accompanied by that condition. When occurring, it 

 is generally as a sequela to premature rupture of the foetal mem- 

 branes and escape of the "waters." 



The young animal, on being extracted in a rough manner, 

 so lacerating and bruising the delicate mucous lining of the vagi- 

 na, and also the underlying connective tissues, causes a flaccidity 

 or lack of firmness in the tissues, leading to inversion, which 

 may take place immediately following the delivery, or at a 

 later period, caused by straining due to after-pains, or it may take 

 place any time during several day? subsequent to parturition. It 

 is also met with following abortion or retention of the foet.il 



