Tools & Supplies We Use
TOOLS
2 x #5 Forceps
Fine-tip metal forceps
2 x #2 Forceps
Medium-tip metal forceps
1 x #7 Forceps
Curved medium-tip metal forceps
1 x Non-Magnetic Epoxy-Coated AA Forceps
Medium forceps, #2AP
1 x Surgical Scissors
10.5 cm, straight blade
1 x Vannas scissors, 3"
Small dissecting spring scissors, straight
1 x Scalpel Handle
1 x Retraction Kit
Retraction kit for small animals from FST
For inserting
/
removing Omnetics connectors
1 x Hemostats
6" Straight or curved
For inserting
/
removing Omnetics connectors
SUPPLIES
6-0 Sutures
Used to close incision site
8-0 Sutures
Used to secure array to muscle
Dental Cement
Used to adhere Omnetics connector to skull
Sterile Saline
Used to keep muscle pliable
Scalpel Blades, #10 or #11
Used to score skull for improved adhesion