Catheterization of the Superior Mesenteric Artery in a Laboratory Rat

Project: A medical illustration capturing a step in the catheterization of the superior mesenteric artery in a laboratory rat. The project combines anatomical accuracy with observational detail to communicate the precision and complexity of surgical research procedures.

Communication need:

Surgical and laboratory procedures can be difficult to communicate through text alone, particularly when they involve fine anatomical structures and technical hand positioning. This project aimed to clearly visualize a key procedural step while preserving anatomical accuracy and spatial relationships within the surgical field.

Audience:

The primary audience includes students, researchers, and individuals involved in laboratory or surgical training. The illustration was designed to support procedural understanding while accurately representing the instruments, anatomy, and operative environment.

Visual Solution:

I developed a detailed procedural illustration based on observation of a PVC rat model and surgical video reference material. The composition combines anatomical rendering, instrument interaction, and focused inset details to guide attention toward the catheterization procedure and key anatomical structures.

Outcome:

The final illustration functions as an educational and observational resource. It demonstrates the ability to translate surgical processes into clear and accurate visual communication.