Dissection for a good cause

Animal cadavers are necessary for veterinary students, especially in surgical training. Formalin is normally used to preserve animal cadavers, however, it can cause stiffness in the joints and tissues and its odour irritates the eyes and nose, which can distract veterinary students from their practice.

To resolve these problems, lecturers at the Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University have developed an embalming fluid for surgical practice and anatomical study.

Asst Prof Srireepong Kiertkrittikhoon, head of the Surgery Department and the director of Small Animal Hospital, Chulalongkorn University, said the new embalming fluid can…