The Veterinary Bioscience Institute to present to the British Laboratory Animal Science Association

April 18, 2010 - PRLog -- Rodent laparoscopy and colonoscopy provide a refinement of current methods used for monitoring intra-abdominal and gastrointestinal disease progression in rodents. Laparoscopy, which is considered the gold standard for many human abdominal procedures results in decreased pain and tissue trauma as well as quicker post surgical recovery, and preserves immune function in comparison to the same procedures performed by laparotomy. Rodent laparoscopy supports the three Rs; refinement, reduction and replacement of animal models, which upholds the tenet of VBI – improving animal wellbeing while improving the standards of research. VBI’s presence at this meeting is very important to the realization of their goal to harmonize education and training for the laboratory animal community throughout the globe.

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About Veterinary Bioscience Institute
The Veterinary Bioscience Institute (VBI) is dedicated to providing an environment that nurtures and promotes active and self-directed instruction through E-learning and mobile on-site consulting/training services. VBI specializes in the art and science of experimental surgery and bioethics while promoting the responsible use of animals. The institute encourages communication and interaction throughout the laboratory animal community by providing an online platform. VBI acts as a central resource to members of the laboratory animal and biotechnology communities on matters of rodent surgery, biomethodologies, bioethics and welfare.

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