Applying a Miller's knot: step 1

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A step-by-step photo package illustrating application of a Miller's knot for veterinarians.

This is the first step in applying a Miller's knot.

1. The ligature material is carried around the pedicle twice (exemplified here with a section of cord around fingers of the left hand).

More in this package:

Introduction

Methodology: figure 1

Methodology: figure 2

Methodology: figure 3

Methodology: figure 4

Applying a Miller's knot: step 1

Applying a Miller's knot: step 2

Applying a Miller's knot: step 3

Case study: step 1

Case study: step 2

Case study: step 3

Comparison to traditional technique

 

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