Survival surgical procedures in rodents requires aseptic techniques appropriate for the procedure being performed, including an appropriately prepared, dedicated surgical area, sterile instruments, and both animal and surgeon preparation. Anesthesia, analgesia, and peri-operative monitoring must be appropriate for the species and procedures performed, and must be recorded.
IACUC Policy:
Performing Rodent Survival Surgery (REVISED October 16, 2025)
Rodent Anesthesia (REVISED May 19, 2022)
Guidelines:
Recommended Disinfectants, Surgical Sterilants, and Suture Material (REVISED October 16, 2025)
Recommended Rodent Anesthetics and Analgesics (REVISED July 18, 2024)
Rodent Survival Surgery Checklist (REVISED January 16, 2020)
Sample Surgery & Anesthesia Forms:
Rodent Surgery & Anesthesia Record - Single Animal (NEW January 16, 2020)
Rodent Surgery & Anesthesia Record - Multiple Animals (REVISED January 26, 2026) Note: Entries in red on the form are examples and should be deleted before use in your lab.
Rodent Non-Surgical Anesthesia Record - Multiple Animals (REVISED May 19, 2022)