Video: How to Perform the Strangle Knot (Modified Miller's Knot) in Spay/Neuter Surgery

Watch this instructional video to learn the strangle knot (also known as a modified Miller's knot), used during feline spay/neuter surgeries. Also included is advice on how to avoid common pitfalls during the procedure.

Strangle Knot (Modified Miller's Knot)

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Strangle Knot (Modified Miller's Knot)

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