Workshop on Vascular Catheterization in the Laboratory Mouse

This three-day intensive hands-on workshop is for those wishing to obtain practical training in vascular catheterization in the laboratory mouse. Topics covered include mouse biomethods, anatomy, aseptic technique, suturing, microscope use, and surgical procedures. Surgical techniques include: jugular vein catheterization with vascular access button, carotid artery catheterization with vascular access button and dual catheterization (jugular vein and carotid artery) with a two channel vascular access button.

Completion of this workshop may be used for continuing educational units for AALAS and Academy of Surgical Research (ASR) recertification.