Modification of surgery equipment for ovine surgery

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Surgery
• Surgical Engineering
• Animal Science

Background:

• Performing surgical procedures on sheep requires specialized equipment not readily available.
• Existing surgical setups may not adequately address the unique anatomical and physiological needs of ovine patients.
• Enhancing surgical safety and efficiency in sheep models is crucial for research and clinical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the design and implementation of modified surgical equipment and facilities for ovine surgery.
• To detail the adaptations made to standard surgical apparatus to accommodate sheep.
• To present a comprehensive approach to optimizing the surgical environment for sheep.

Main Methods:

• Modification of standard surgical equipment, including operating tables and protective devices.
• Construction of custom-designed holding pens for pre- and postoperative care of sheep.
• Fabrication of specialized tools such as a hydraulic trolley lift and a modified gag.
• Adaptation of the indifferent electrode for electrosurgery and creation of a flexible fluoroscopy table.

Main Results:

• Successfully modified and implemented specialized equipment for ovine surgery.
• Developed dedicated pre- and postoperative holding pens tailored to sheep's needs.
• Constructed a hydraulic trolley lift and fitted operating tables with spill trays for enhanced functionality.
• Created a protective gag for Magill tubing and adapted an indifferent electrode for electrosurgery.
• Designed a flexible table specifically for fluoroscopic procedures in sheep.

Conclusions:

• The modifications successfully adapted standard surgical equipment for ovine procedures.
• The developed facilities and equipment enhance surgical safety, efficiency, and animal welfare in sheep.
• This tailored approach provides a valuable framework for conducting specialized surgical interventions in sheep models.