General information :

Many neuroscience research projects require the use of stereotaxic surgeries. These surgeries allow performing targeted intracerebral injections, regular sampling or injection through brain cannula implantation or EEG/EMG recording via telemetry device implantation.

Relatively accessible, most stereotaxic surgeries are however associated with technical difficulties:

choice and good use of material: stereotaxic tables themselves but also specific anesthesia equipment, surgery drills, cannula, dental cement or surgical glue

cannula functionality for long term use (position, attachment, patency, aseptic conditions)

How can Vetsalius be of help?

Vetsalius experts can:

offer on-site surgery services and provide requested material. Sessions are prepared in order to optimize the number of animals successfully operated within a day

organize on-site training session

Even experienced surgeons can get suboptimal surgical outcomes with stereotaxic surgeries. Vetsalius can also help with techniques refinement, by providing strategic inputs on:

identifying refined surgical approaches

accelerating and improving some specific gestures

reinforcing aseptic conditions

improving perioperative care

improving suture techniques

Dot not hesitate to contact Vetsalius for further information!