(4) where bowel loops are suspected, these may be returned to the abdominal cavity without opening the dorsal portion of the prolapsed vagina; standing the mare with the hind quarters elevated greatly assists in the replacement of bowel loops if present, but more importantly, helps replacement of the prolapsed uterus. | (4) where bowel loops are suspected, these may be returned to the abdominal cavity without opening the dorsal portion of the prolapsed vagina; standing the mare with the hind quarters elevated greatly assists in the replacement of bowel loops if present, but more importantly, helps replacement of the prolapsed uterus. |