SURG 555 - Microvascular Surgery

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 40 HOURS)

The course reviews the fundamentals of microvascular surgery, and then allows supervised instruction in techniques including dissection, vascular anastomosis, mobilization of free flaps of vascularized tissue, transplantation and vein grafts. This course is intended for individuals with an extensive background in the theory and practice of surgery such as Surgery Residents and experienced researchers in the field. Prerequisite: consent of Department.