Surgical Services
The PRU specializes in both survival and non-survival surgeries, primarily for oncology research. Our surgical services are provided as ad-hoc services that include the post-operative period (up to 72 hours), or as part of larger study management. The PRU provides expert surgical technicians as well as all surgical supplies, anesthetics, analgesics, and required monitoring.
Orthotopic Injections Offered:
- Mammary fat pad
- Kidney capsule
- Prostate
- Intra-Cardiac
- Intra-thoracic
- Liver
- Portal Vein
- Pancreas
- Cecum
- Intra-Uterine
- Spleen
Other Survival Surgeries Offered:
- Intracerebroventricular Injections (ICV) in neonates
- Intracranial Injections for oncology or viral studies
- Hemi-Splenectomies
- Craniotomies
- Intra-vaginal ring implants
- SC Treatment Patch Implants
- Tumor Biopsy and Resection
- Osmotic Pump Implants
- Hormone Pellet Implants
Non-survival Procedures Offered:
- Perfusions
- Cardiac Punctures
- Lung Inflations
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
The skill level of PRU surgical technicians prevents unnecessary distress and helps ensure consistent results. We are always willing and able to add new techniques and surgeries upon request.