Hoyt RF Jr, Clevenger RR, McGehee JA. Introduction to microsurgery: an emerging discipline in biomedical research. Lab Anim (NY). 2001;30(9):26-35

PMID: 11687781

Abstract

Using microsurgical techniques, biomedical researchers are able to perform procedures that would otherwise be impossible on small laboratory animals. The authors provide a primer on learning microsurgical technique, from correct posture and hand position, to understanding lenses and proper handling of surgical needles and suture material.