A new experimental model for microanastomosis between vessels of different diameter.
A new model for microvascular anastomosis between vessels of different diameter is described in the aorto-iliac region of the rat. The model consists of reversing the distal end of one iliac artery toward the aorta to perform an end-to-end or end-to-side microanastomosis, with 2:1 diameter ratio. The technique and the advantages of this model are presented and discussed.
D000818:Animals; D001011:Aorta / Q000601:surgery; D007083:Iliac Artery / Q000601:surgery; D008866:Microsurgery; D008954:Models, Biological; D051381:Rats; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures