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Lactation failure in sows--case report.

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Oxytocin effectively treats lactation failure in sows, restoring milk flow rapidly. Early intervention is crucial for preventing piglet mortality, highlighting hormonal imbalance as a key factor.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Reproduction
  • Swine Production

Background:

  • Lactation failure in sows, or agalactia, is a significant issue in pig farming.
  • It can lead to increased piglet mortality and economic losses.
  • The exact causes of lactation failure are not always clear, but hormonal imbalances are suspected.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of oxytocin in treating lactation failure in sows.
  • To assess the impact of early diagnosis and treatment on piglet survival.

Main Methods:

  • Sixteen sows experiencing lactation failure were treated.
  • Fifteen sows without complications received intramuscular oxytocin (15-20 IU).
  • One sow with acute mastitis was treated with procaine penicillin.

Main Results:

  • Oxytocin treatment resulted in rapid milk flow (under 5 minutes) in 15 sows.
  • Two sows required a second oxytocin treatment for sustained milk production.
  • The sow with mastitis responded well to procaine penicillin.

Conclusions:

  • Oxytocin is an effective treatment for sow lactation failure, likely due to hormonal imbalance.
  • Prompt treatment of agalactia is vital for reducing piglet mortality.
  • Further research into the etiology of lactation failure is warranted.

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