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Wound Closure for Rodent Sugery

This course will provide hands-on instruction for selection and practice with wound clips, basic suture materials and basic suture patterns as they apply to rodent surgery.

Description

This course will provide hands-on instruction for selection and practice with wound clips, basic suture materials and basic suture patterns as they apply to rodent surgery. No live animals are used in this workshop.

Learning Objectives:

  • Choose appropriate wound closure materials
  • Demonstrate proper technique to apply wound clips
  • Identify proper closure of incision site

This course is applicable to the new rodent surgeon and individuals looking to develop basic principles in rodent surgery.

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