Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
7-22-2012
Abstract
Poster presented at: 8th International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer in Toronto, Canada.
Introduction:
Rats are frequently utilized for both research and training related to reconstructive head and neck surgery. The femoral neurovascular complex represents a useful mode for microvascular anastomosis, both for the purposes of testing adjuncts designed to improve anastomotic patency rates, as well as for residents and students to gain experience in microvascular surgery outside the operating room. Additionally, the rat proves useful in investigations examining the survivability of both random and axial pattern skin flaps.
Recommended Citation
Gordin, MD, Eli A.; Drejet, MD, Sarah M.; and Heffelfinger, MD, Ryan N., "A thermoplastic vest to prevent self mutilation in experimental flap surgery in rats" (2012). Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Faculty Papers. Poster 19.https://jdc.jefferson.edu/otofp/19
