Observation of dose dependent intravaginal Prostaglandin E2 application in free farrowing sows during parturition – a pilot study
Abstract The duration of birth is an important factor influencing the survival of piglets and the health of sows. A prolonged parturition is usually treated with oxytocin, even though several undesirable side effects are described. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and effi...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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| Series: | Porcine Health Management |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40813-021-00208-z |