Blood pressure measurement provides new insights into sows’ blood pressure during pregnancy
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07/09/2026
In human medicine, blood pressure measurement has long been used to detect complications during pregnancy. A study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) is now investigating whether blood pressure measurement can also be used in pregnant sows.
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Link to the scientific publication
Carlertz, A., Jacobson, M., Hedenqvist, P. et al. Non-invasive measurement of blood pressure and its possible use in future in-depth studies on farrowing-related complications. Porc Health Manag 12, 25 (2026).
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