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Mean incidence (%) of cryptorchidism and hernia per sow line and litter type
| Sow line | Litter type | Hernia (%) | Cryptorchidism (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large White | Purebred | 0.974 | 0.426 |
| Crossbred | 0.260 | 0.066 | |
| Combined | 0.415 | 0.144 | |
| Landrace | Purebred | 0.352 | 0.551 |
| Crossbred | 0.338 | 0.252 | |
| Combined | 0.342 | 0.331 | |
| Overall | 0.386 | 0.217 | |
