Vol. 9, Special Issue 2 (2024)

Author(s): A Thangamani, A Reshma, R Rajkumar, S Manokaran, T Sarath and A Elango

Abstract: A two year old Aseel bird was presented to the Veterinary Clinical Complex, Obstetrics and Gynaecology section, Veterinary College and Research Institute, Salem with the history of straining since previous day morning, a swelling at the caudal abdomen and not able to oviposition. Based on the history, clinical signs and findings from physical as well as radiographic examination the condition was diagnosed as egg bound syndrome and warranted for conservative treatment. The egg was removed manually after proper lubrication with lignocaine gel and liquid paraffin. The bird recovered well after conservative treatment and no further complications were reported.