[Lesions in slaughtered animals. III. Multiple abscesses in pigs (author's transl)]

Bacteriological examinations in accordance with the Meat Inspection Regulations were made in pigs with multiple abscesses. The findings by six meat inspection services were collected. A total number of 2,380 pigs with multiple abscesses underwent bacteriological examination which was positive for bacteria in 778 cases (32.7 per cent). Bacteriological examination of pigs with multiple abscesses is recommended prior to pronouncing any verdict other than condemnation, particularly when conditional permission to slaughter has been granted.