End-to-End Arterial Anastomosis on the Rat Carotid Artery: Two Stay Sutures Technique

This chapter provides a detailed step-by-step guide for performing the end-to-end anastomosis on the rat common carotid artery. This technique holds great clinical significance not only in reconstructive microsurgery, but as well in neurosurgical procedures involving revascularization for stroke patients and managing carotid artery stenosis among many other surgical interventions. Furthermore, this technique has broader implications in surgical training across disciplines, emphasizing its role in enhancing proficiency in end-to-end anastomosis—a fundamental skill applicable in diverse surgical contexts. Each step of the procedure will be thoroughly described and accompanied by photographs illustrating important details throughout this chapter. This comprehensive approach ensures that the exercise is straightforward and accessible for every surgeon, enabling them to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end anastomosis technique.