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Quote: Ummm, yes, medical grade, which means no germs brought in. Not at all the case for maggots grown from flies laying eggs in wounds. You don't want them in the wound. And the wound does not need debriding by any method unless it is full of necrotic tissue.

It's not just the cost, although of course that can be a factor. Many vets will not see chickens. I discussed this with mine not long after I got chickens, not because I had a problem, just to find out. He knows I will pay him; I have been going to him for years. He treats many farm animals...

Quote: You're quite right, I never think of this because it is not an option for so many on here, for several reasons. Of course it would be best, if possible.

I'd suggest you change the title of the thread to something like, open wound with maggots. First, she needs to get the maggots out of the wound. And she needs to get the chicken indoors in a clean box or cage til he recovers, if he can; sorry, it sounds pretty serious if intestines are...