Non-Vascular Catheter Surgery Options
Charles River offers non-vascular catheterizations in rat and mouse models from our AAALAC-accredited production facilities in North America. Our team of highly skilled animal surgeons will provide you with study-ready animals exactly when you need them.
Available Procedures*
- Bile duct catheter
- Cecum catheter
- Colon catheter
- Duodenum catheter
- Ileum catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter
- Intrathecal catheter
- Jejunum catheter
- Stomach (gastric) catheter
- Subcutaneous catheter
* Any non-vascular catheter procedure may be combined with a vascular catheter procedure.
Bile Duct Catheter
Cecum Catheter
Colon Catheter
Duodenum Catheter
Ileum Catheter
Jejunum Catheter
Stomach (Gastric) Catheter
Intraperitoneal Catheter
Subcutaneous Catheter
Intrathecal Catheter
Resources
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Additional Technical Information
- Articles on infusion tips – SAI Infusion Technologies
- Catheter Exit Options (available through our secure portal, The Source™)
- Chemical Compatibility of Catheters – ALZET®
- Free Printable Guide to Choosing Research Tubing – INSTECH
- Permeability of Catheter and Tubing Materials – INSTECH
- Preclinical Catheter Access Techniques Video – SAI Infusion Technologies
- Use of the Vascular Access Button™ in Rats Video – INSTECH
- VAB™ and Positive Pressure Technique Can Improve Patency of Rodent Catheters – INSTECH
- Providers of Surgical Accessories