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Headline: Poly The Penguin Chick 'On The Mend' After Operation To Cure 'Life-Threatening' Infection
Caption: Poly, a Northern rockhopper penguin chick from Edinburgh Zoo has made a remarkable recovery after undergoing surgery to remove an eye affected by a life-threatening infection. After discovering the injury during a routine check, which did not respond to medication the wildlife conservation charity's expert veterinary team moved forward with surgery to remove the afflicted eye. Stephanie Mota, veterinary surgeon at RZSS, said, “Surgery is always a last resort due to the additional risks it carries, especially for such a young chic. “But in this case, it was the only option left to keep her comfortable. Eye problems can be painful and unfortunately there was no way to save the eye. “Poly required intensive care after the surgery. She was very sick and for a while everyone feared she wouldn't make it.” Post-surgery, Poly was cared for in a specialised creche, separate from the main penguin colony. After showing positive signs of recovery, she was reintroduced and reunited with her parents, who took her under their wing without hesitation.
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