ULTRASONOGRAPHY AND REPRODUCTION IN SWINE. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

Ouvrage en anglais Ultrasonography is a method used to examine the genital tract, without causing any trauma to the animal, and to characterize the animal's reproductive state. This book is the first compilation of the techniques used to examine sows and the interpretation of the ultrasonographic images. The principles of ultrasonography, artifacts, a description of the reproductive system and its topography form the basis for the subsequent examination of the different physiological (oestrous cycle, gestation and postpartum) and pathological (cystic follicles, cystitis, etc.) situations. The final section deals with the diagnosis of gestation ; the factors which determine the accuracy of this test and the advantages for breeders are presented. Many illustrations and annotated drawings help the reader clearly understand these techniques ; a summary at the end of each chapter highlights the essential points. This book is intended for all those, teachers, professionals, technicians and breeders, who would like to learn about this method, enhance their skills, and consider other applications of ultrasonography in sows. Cet ouvrage regroupe les connaissances nécessaires pour réaliser l'exploration fonctionnelle de la sphère génitale chez la truie par échographie d'ultrasons et pour interpréter les images. Principe de l'échographie, artefacts, description de l'appareil génital et de sa topographie préparent à l'étude de diverses situations physiologiques et pathologiques. Un chapitre met l'accent sur l'utilisation de l'échographie pour contrôler la gestation. Abondamment illustré, ce livre s'adresse à tous, enseignants, praticiens, techniciens et éleveurs.