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however, after reduction, the Cow gave birth to a 
foetus in a state of decomposition. Her pregnant 
condition was not suspected, and was not ascertained, 
on account of the callous and constricted state of the 
cervix, which rendered exploration of the uterus an 
impossibility. The Cow seemed to make a satisfactory 
recovery. 
The prolapse may be first observed only when the 
animal is in the recumbent position, and may or may 
not disappear when she rises to her feet, depending 
upon the volume of the tumor. Should the condition 
have been in existence for some time, infiltration and 
inflammation will most likely have taken place, the 
color passing through a dark red to a dark brown, due 
to exposure and strangulation of the vessels. 
Prolapse of the uterus may follow, which makes the 
condition much more serious, and the reduction more 
difficult. 
Treatment.—In some cases, the vaginal tumor 
disappears after calving, without any interference being 
necessary. If treatment be required, the method of 
procedure will depend upon the condition of the 
everted organ. Elevation of the hind quarters; a rope 
or surcingle passed round the chest and tightened, 
to try to prevent straining. The dietary should be 
carefully attended to, and should be nutritious, but not 
bulky, and the bowels should be regulated. Should 
the prolapse be in a more advanced stage, with partial 
protrusion of the womb, return of the organ must be 
attempted, and the measures to be adopted, being on 
the same general plan as for inversion of the uterus, 
