If there is a tendency to grow again, apply a red-hot iron or nitric acid with a glass rod.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The liquid is rendered transparent by nitric acid.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
In small hernias nitric acid has been used successfully in the same manner as has been described in the treatment of ventral hernia.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler