Bridging Pig Breeding and Human Health with CT Data

Topigs Norsvin has a highly detailed and efficient system for CT data collection. These data are extremely valuable for pig breeding, but it can also be useful for developing imaging diagnostics in human medicine.

Pigs and humans have relatively similar physiology. Therefore, pigs are often used as animal models in surgical training and biomedical research. Unlike humans, pigs have relatively short lifespans, so with pigs we do not face the same medical challenges, such as potential radiation damage from CT scanning. 

In this article, we recount how, by sharing our knowledge and innovative solutions, Topigs Norsvin is contributing to advancements in human medicine