A step by step laboratory guide for end to side anastomosis: chicken wing model

Abstract

Purpose: In vitro specimens are suitable models for the introduction of bypass surgery training of inexperiencedneurosurgeons and residents. This paper aims to provide a guide for the applications of end to side anastomosisin the laboratory.Materials and methods: The chicken wings were purchased from a local supermarket and used to performend to side anastomosis. The microscissors, knotting forceps and 10/0 sutures were used, and all stages of theprocedure were performed under a desktop microscope.Results: The experience required for bypass surgery, which is a skillful field in neurosurgery practice, can beobtained in the chicken wing model, which is a cheap and easily accessible method.Conclusion: The chicken wing model is a practical and feasible method in training the end to side anastomosisin a microsurgery laboratory.