ABSTRACT
In the cloaca, the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract and reproductive tract come together. A prolapse can involve multiple structures: the cloaca itself, the oviduct and/or the intestine. Prolapsed tissues can be cleaned by flushing it with physiological saline solution. Owners should not rub with a towel, as prolapsed tissues can be very fragile. Birds with prolapses are generally weakened and must be stabilized using heat, fluid therapy, food and, in case of dyspnea, oxygen. Adequate analgesia can also result in a decrease of tenesmus, making managing the prolapse more rewarding. To counteract immediate recurrence, the size of the opening of the cloaca can be reduced by means of horizontal mattress sutures on both sides of the cloacal opening. The cloaca and sutures should be checked regularly for recurrence of the prolapse and possible complications (for example dystocia, constipation and infection). Systemic broad-spectrum antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin/clavulanic acid) are indicated in case of traumatized, devitalized and/or infected tissues.
