The binding up in the uterus of successive eggs, egg yolk material and where infection occurs also pus material. This problem usually occurs secondary to egg binding or uterine infection. Attempts can be made to salvage the uterus, but most cases have severe scarring and adhesions. The birds may be saved by a hysterectomy but have no breeding future. Treatment is the same for any severe systemic disease and involves supportive care with warmth, fluids and nutrition.
Antibiotics are useful in cases of bacterial infection.
Eggs not taken up by the oviduct and instead are deposited into the abdomen. Can also be caused by rupture of the oviduct and is more likely to occur if hens are restrained or stressed during ovulation. Results in yolk material spreading through the air sacs and over the abdominal organs which causes a mild inflammatory reaction. If no bacteria is present, all yolk material will be reabsorbed. If the signs are severe then surgery to remove yolk material.