The Stomach Capacity is Reduced in Intrauterine Growth Restricted Piglets Compared to Normal Piglets

Selection for increased litter sizes have decreased the average birth weight of piglets and up to 30% of newborn piglets in Danish herds show signs of intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). It has been reported that around 48% of liveborn piglets dying between birth and weaning have empty stomachs,...

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Main Authors: Julie C. Lynegaard, Janni Hales, Marlene N. Nielsen, Christian F. Hansen, Charlotte Amdi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/8/1291