Chronic intrathecal catheterization in the sheep.
This paper describes a relatively simple and noninvasive method for the chronic implantation of intrathecal catheters in the sheep. The technique has been carried out on 17 occasions in nine sheep, with 60% of attempted catheterizations producing a correctly positioned, functional catheter. The placement and integrity of the catheters were confirmed by radiography using a contrast medium. Correctly placed catheters have been maintained for up to 16 months without problems.
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Department of Veterinary Surgery, University of Bristol, England, Great Britain.
Waterman
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Livingston
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D000818:Animals; D002404:Catheterization; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D005260:Female; D009192:Myelography; D012756:Sheep; D013346:Subarachnoid Space