[Lesions in slaughtered animals. II. Inflammation of the tail and embolic pneumonia in pigs (author's transl)].

In 4,724 fattening pigs with inflammation of the tail and embolic pneumonia, a bacteriological examination was made in accordance with the Meat Inspection Regulations. The results of bacteriological examination were positive in 1,248 (26.4 per cent) of these animals. It is recommended consistently to make a bacteriological examination in animals showing these lesions. Any verdict by the inspector, other than condemnation, can only be rendered following bacteriological examination carried out in conformity with the Meat Inspection Regulations.