Abstract

Itopa E. Ajayi , James C. Shawulu , Abdurrahman Ghaji , Gabriel K. Omeiza and Okwoche J. Ode

Gravity feed embalming technique was used to preserve cadavers for teaching of gross anatomy and practicals. Six white Fulani cattle were used. The gravity feed technique was employed to embalm through the right common carotid artery. The right external jugular vein was used to drain blood from the vascular system concurrently. Complete embalming was achieved in about 10 h using an embalming fluid constituted of a combination of 10% formalin, phenol and glycerine. The technique demonstrated cost efficiency and reliability as there was minimal tissue and organ distortion.