<%@LANGUAGE="JavaScript1.3"%> Swine Diseases - Clinical Exam - Post Mortem Examination
   
Pig Diseases - Clinical Exam - Post Mortem Exam
 
  The following illustrates the basic procedure for a postmortem examination of a pig. The procedure describes assumes the veterinarian to be right handed. Normally, however, in the pig it is also vital that the health of the herd (remaining pigs) is determined. The production diseases/conditions to be noted are highlighted in red. (Click here for an overview of all steps.)
 

12. Continue to the right hind leg and the right axila. Lay the animal out as shown in dorsal recumbency.  Note the inguinal lymph nodes (PMWS)

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