Remie R. The PVC-rat and other alternatives in microsurgical training. Lab Anim (NY). 2001;30(9):48-52

PMID: 11687783

Abstract

The number of animals used in educational training programs in experimental microsurgery can be reduced by using artificial devices such as the anastomoses device and the MD PVC-Rat. Such in vitro methods allow development of technical skills, making the transition to in vivo models much easier.