Undertaker 365- Episode 7 [Colloquium] "Embalming 101"

VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED..... At some point in your life, the question popped in your head... what the heck is Embalming ?
Simply put its the santization, presentation, and preservation of human remains for the purpose of allowing families to begin the grief cycle. At the outset of this series, promises were made to break barriers while educating about the funeral industry. This episode continues to cash in on that promise. The viewers get a behind the "BACK DOOR" of a funeral home preparation care facility and a scaled back embalming colloquium.
In a society that is shifting away from traditional services; Undertaker 365 makes a point to shed light on the "embalming" process, eliminating the misconceptions and hidden innuendos behind the historic embalming procedure.
#undertaker365 #embalming #breakingbarriers #embalming101 #preproom #embalmingfluid #embalmers #

[@shelbywilkerson235]

One of the best embalming videos I have watched.

[@nghiapham2342]

I admire those who working on this very difficult job!!!

[@supasoda9030]

Glad you pointed out that you take this as a sacred duty. Therefore; you pointed out how important it is to treat each body with the the upmost dignity.

[@jeranbrown82]

From one embalmer to another thank you for the great videos!

[@KoEi-co9il]

Have you noticed those long "strainy" looking "clots in 2022?

[@davidbass7593]

I've always thought of embalmers as being cold and uncaring but you guys are wonderful people doing a difficult job and doing it professionally and with great dignity I'm sure the families are well pleased with your performance and great care for the deceased ❤ thank you!

[@glenturney4750]

You mean, like 'Lurch' from 'The Addams Family'?

[@Dutillac01]

By far, this is THE best and most “normal” explanation of the entire process, ever, hands-down. You guys should be applauded for explaining the embalming process with such detail and such tact.

[@joe7528]

It ALL comes down to the safety of the staff and the respect and dignity of the deceased

[@margaretearl3893]

Thank you for treating their deceased family members with utmost respect and care. That would be important to me and my family. I hope everyone in this profession feels that way.

[@cherylfournier2694]

You gentlemen did a very educational respectful video thank you both so much for your compassion and work

[@rachellebrady1517]

Hey, thanks for making this video. I've just begun researching how to enter the funeral industry, and it's helpful to watch educational content like this. Helps me think about things. Thank you.

[@aliciaweld6959]

Probably the nicest prep room I’ve ever seen. Very well done

[@matthewkashnig3061]

What are they blood stained usually with rats?

[@aliciaweld6959]

@@matthewkashnig3061 I wasn’t really referring to the overall cleanliness of the room (although it is very clean), but I meant that they have what looks like all top of the line equipment. Most embalming rooms are kept spotless, but they often have somewhat outdated equipment.

[@aliciaweld6959]

@Lucky069 yes, several. The average prep room is well maintained as far as cleanliness, but most “mom & pop” funeral homes keep the same equipment for a significant amount of time (mainly in a “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” kind of way). The equipment displayed here is not cheap. Very impressive.

[@patreed235]

These two men are so knowledgeable, compassionate, yet professional! The dignity that they would show to a real person is what all in this industry should do, taking great care to present a loved to their family looking their very best! God bless you both!!

[@malcalhoun]

This video is informative and has helped me a lot. I have my first clinical next week and I feel more prepared now after watching this video. Thank you!

[@reaturree3735]

The both of you were excellent and so believable. The both of you would seem to be REALLY CARING PERSONS. I am more at ease since the passing of my mother and I hope the CARE/DIGNITY you both expressed, "were" carried out with my mom. The mortician that handled my mom "truly" seemed caring..... We all are aware that what is presented is NOT ALWAYS TRUE. The biggest/most important thing for anyone who looses a loved one is hoping, their remains were given respect. THANK YOU BOTH FOR THIS VIDEO, IT TAKE A LOT OF WONDER AWAY!!!!!!

[@mariealainawalukas3048]

Thank you for your honest and informative video. I have the utmost respect for embalmers and funeral directors across every culture and faith. Your vocation is a calling. You provide a service but it is much more than transactional. It is traditional. It is reverential. As you said it is a sacred duty and a privilege to prepare one for their final viewing and to support a grieving community of family and friends. Bless you both.

[@rochestermanagementservice6082]

Excellent explaination, fellows. Very professional. You provide a wonderful and necessary service. It's obvious how much you care. Thank you. From Cheryl in AZ

[@KentLeeMcElroy]

Thank you for sharing these things with me. I have been a nurse for many years and I worked in a funeral home for a while. I loved helping in the funeral home.

[@debjudisch5548]

My daughter died of cancer 15 years ago at the age of 28. The person who did her makeup happened to be a good friend of a family member, who also let me help (right before viewing and just to touch up her hair and brows) so she looked as natural as she always did. I remember just looking at her and thinking how beautiful she finally (cancer was brutal!) looked and just appeared to be peacefully sleeping! I know that much of this had to do with the embalmers at the funeral home that we ALWAYS use, and that makeup artist.

[@glenturney4750]

I'm truly sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and it saddens me very much for your pain. May she rest with Jesus. 🙏

[@debjudisch5548]

@@glenturney4750 Thank you...that still means a great deal to me! I still miss her picture every single night before I go to bed, fifteen years later! Losing her probably shook my faith more than anything I have gone through, yet if I didn't have strong beliefs, I would have killed myself. I often feel her presence and just recently I have began to dream longer, more vivid dreams than I have before. Again, Glen, thank you so much and may God bless and keep you and your loved ones.

[@zenadail6777]

Thank you for an excellent presentation, I value your respectful service and time to share much dignity with our family members. God Bless you both 🙏

[@chelseejohnston151]

This video was very informative for me. Great video. I'm currently a CNA and have been on my journey of becoming a nurse. However, I must say I love my career choice, but in the back of my head I am leaning toward mortuary school and this is more a personal interest that the more I'm researching I'm questioning my nursing school choice. I'm a compassionate person and I truly understand what it means for an individual to be treated with respect and dignity. I have cared for many deceased residents and also consoled their loved ones. My favorite part of this embalming 101 was the fact that you guys expressed how the embalming process is sacred and should be done in a manner of the utmost respect, though the soul has left the individual, their body of course should still be handled as if they were still with us. Thanks for explaining the process as close as you could while using a manikin. ☺

[@HomeBiogasKenya]

Am also starting my new career as a CNA but am just hooked in learning about what happens after death....very interested to know more....am a Kenyan but looking to work abroad

[@chicagomike]

Your prices on the web site are very fair. You are obviously a good guy. Thanks

[@DoriGoetze]

Thank you for very informative questions that we all have...you guys are great thank. I'm not in the business but you have answered many questions for me. Can't wait til your next video.

[@jantjaden836]

This was very comforting to me, as both my parents were embalmed. I’m very impressed as to how these men reiterated the fact of treating the deceased with dignity and respect. I, personally, want to be cremated and would love the same kind of video for that. I’m 67, and am not educated on how this is done. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@derekglenna8002]

Well done with explaining and i appreciate a clean prep room.. Not tools or utensils.. we use instruments in the prep room.

[@ZacM-s4z]

I noticed one thing they didn't have in the "Prep Room" is that it didn't have the Bacterial Light in there. It's "Like" a Black Light. But it detects bacterial and other things that could an effect the condition of the body. The Bacterial Light/Black Light will show if there's any bacteria or anything like there left on the body. This gives reassurance that the body is Bacterial free and any other bacteria matter. This reassures the funeral home and loved ones safe viewing for the loved ones.

[@kayrobbie5840]

I love these videos. Ive always wanted to get into the funeral business.

[@jedediahbc]

Very informative and thank you very much for your labor.

[@manonthemountain]

I'm an apprentice. I figure watching these videos will help.. although I'm finding that the more I get in there and actually do the work the better and quicker I learn it...but I'm sure watching this can't hurt tho.

[@evanm6739]

Same

[@sharncoppy9527]

NO TROKAR FOR ME....CREMATION HERE I COME

[@matthewkashnig3061]

Such a waste of energy and brut force. I did forever until I decided I wanna be dumped in a shallow hole and hastily covered up like road kill. Natural burial is the way to go. No joke

[@ralphfurley404]

@@matthewkashnig3061 true the best for the environment

[@sandraatkins2539]

@@matthewkashnig3061 I despise thinking of someone being burned to a crisp like last night's garbage.

[@rasheedad3750]

@@sandraatkins2539 we are just vessels

[@babycakes1402]

Unless it's changed, the only two ways you'll be required to embalm a body will be if there is going to be a public open-casket viewing &/or if the body is going to be crossing state lines. For crossing state lines though, you'll have a choice of embalming or cremation but it has to be one of the two. My father-in-law had such bad lividity that we had to have a closed casket so the funeral director told us not to waste money embalming.

[@caroleboucher4558]

That was quite interesting, thank you . John when I saw you sideways you reminded me of Jerry Lewis when he was younger . Good job guys !

[@gilloselton824]

Very informative and respectful. Thanks for posting

[@valorideekon7716]

This was a fabulously informative episode . It gave me an understanding of the process and measures taken to respectfully honor both the deceased and their family during the preparation of the deceased remains. Loved this episode ❤. Look forward to this series.

[@Permaglo]

Thank you for the very concise description of the process. I've flirted with possibly entering the profession for years. A couple of questions if I may: 1) What is "re-aspiration"? When, why, and how often would you need to do that? 2) When and why would you do a "pre-injection" and what do chemicals like arterial conditioners accomplish? Would love to see a video demonstrating the embalming machine and the purpose of the pressure, flow, and pulse features. Thanks again.

[@lscummings]

In explaining embalming procedures these 2 awesome gentlemen balanced off of each other to get the embalming procedures across clearly. I'm Totally appreciative of them both!!

[@kimwiniata6469]

Loved this! Fantastic information. Thank you 😊

[@TNoahr]

This is a very informative video thank you for making it an thank you for your hard work God bless

[@kevinjredmond8873]

I worked for your Grandpa Carl at V Berg Ambulance, always respectful & professional

[@catherinefrye7269]

This is a great educational video and thanks for sharing!🤗

[@undertaker3657]

Thanks for watching!

[@lscummings]

Yes I'm very excited about up coming episodes Very happy I stopped at this channel. I'm all in! Thanks so much. L.Cummings

[@TBaker-dx1vc]

This was so interesting! Thank you!

[@shelbywilkerson235]

I love the fact you two are so respectful because those remains to you are someones mom, dad, brother, sister or child and its important for them to look lifelike when family says that final goodbye. However, I do have a question my father's lips looked swollen and purple and it made me very unconfortable. Does that mean they used too much fluid but why so purple?

[@monacarobinson4349]

No probably not too much fluid probably when we die because of the loss of oxygen we tend to turn purple and bluish maybe they didn't use enough makeup for his lips. I'm no expert but I did help with my fiance's makeup and my mom's makeup and I did learn a lot talking to the women that helped at the funeral homes and I don't believe that it was because too much fluid was used. I mean like I said I'm no expert and I hope I'm not wrong. I'm sorry you had to go through that because yes it is very uncomfortable and can be traumatizing. In fact with my fiance's funeral I sat by him and rubbed his hand so much the next day for the funeral I came in first and I'd actually rub the makeup off his hand and it was purple and discolored and like a red greenish bruised appearance and they applied more makeup and fix it before everyone else showed up. But like I'm said I'm sorry you had to experience that. And I'm sorry for your loss honey. God bless you and your loved ones

[@shelbywilkerson235]

@@monacarobinson4349 oh I'm so sorry! When my husband suddenly passed away at 46 and fell on his face, no one would let me see him,,nothing of coarse he was cremated as he wanted but do you know I have quite moments of anger towards the NC coroner, sheriff that found him, and the funeral director for not letting me see him; but at same time they were protecting me from how distorted his face may have been. Sorry went on off the rails with that one. But my dad died in hospital and its not like he'd been passed for over a week. I have my dads mouth and his lips looked purple and swollen...I dunno its those certain things you notice that stick with you. Trust me I feel your lose and in no way no your pain because its so very diff for each one of us left behind😔

[@donfrigid8255]

Thank you for this video. Great content

[@genevievevickers9054]

You touched on the dyes a bit. Could you explain how you might correct that yellow full body color in a jaundice patient? Thank you for your video and professionalism.

[@carolynmadewell4302]

Thank you! Very informative.

[@donellamackenzie6331]

What a difference to Australian undertakers two young girls who peppered the programme with bad language thank you gentlemen

[@grannyevon9308]

I went to school for Funeral director and Emblem and y'all are doing some thing different from what I was taught.i went to Worsham College in Skokie. But I must say y'all are doing an amazing job! Deja vu seem like I saw your before on this sites. Ps. I in school we was taught that you should never tell no one what goes on in you pep room.

[@karentaylor9756]

👍🏆🎖️💜💯very thoroughly explained&explemified...I feel so Enlightened;as I am so Intried...&Inquisitive.Thank you.👏Cotinued Growth and Success,for you,family,community&your Crath...very Professional.💯

[@jermainelucas9360]

I have been studying mortuary science for years and been taught by so many embalmers BUT have not been to school this really inspired me to go further and go to school This video was a blessing and the teachers that giving these instructions are high professionals and well said of explaining to life of embalming! God bless 🙏🏾

[@Jpriatna]

It's scary to see a body, especially when I'm working on the storage room, thank you for sharing it.

[@glenturney4750]

The body won't jump up and strangle you, unless it's a liberal zombie. 👺

[@towmanac7056]

Just an Ole carcus after awhile

[@lisamarie2729]

Fascinating

[@sandraatkins2539]

Thank you immensely. This took away some of my grave fear about this process. If I am responsible for a close relative's funeral, can I pay to have people sit with the body until the funeral? I just would not want the person left alone. I would pay whatever it costs.

[@geecee1288]

I'm New Zealand it's common practice to have a body embalmed and bought home, to lay in an open coffin when possible for family and friends to sit with the person until the funeral, usually a couple of days. It's a really nice way to take your time to say goodbye, to share stories and memories of the person, with them present.

[@eyestoenvy]

This was very informative and you gentleman presented the material quite well. All from an industry that up until about a couple of decades back was very mysterious and unknown to many of us. Now I know what happens once our loved one is taken away from us and eventually displayed some days later at a funeral parlor. But a couple of questions, what happens with a body that has suffered SEVERE trauma (meaning the circuit has been cut in one or more points)? How do you send & keep the fluid in place in such a scenario? Also, I hear that there is a very serious risk for embalmers to develop cancer due to long term exposure to such chemicals, regardless of safety barriers. True? Thanks for the video.

[@zombiemom6701]

I just buried my mom 3 days ago. She was 80 and died of cancer. Her face looked AMAZING at the funeral. She literally looked 10 years younger. But her hands were yellow and looked like she had been soaking in a bathtub. They were wrinkled (especially the pads of her fingers) and looked strange. What causes that? Natural processes after death?

[@janemorris2932]

Oh my great video accept you forgot the most important thing in the beginning and that is to wash the whole body and hair with a water soap and a little disinfectant righter bleach or rubbing alcohol it is a very important first step other wise great video.

[@Puddingcup110]

All Of us do it differently. If they had an Autopsy, the Techs in the Morgue wash the body as well with a Disinfectant. Usually after embalming their washed.

[@nathancoffey151]

Great video, very informative.

[@DavidGrub]

New subscriber here. Excited to delve into all of your videos.

[@undertaker3657]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@melagonzales3561]

I just can believe how nice and clean everything looked in your bombing facility and how you talk how about the deceased and how you treat them with respect I wish that would have been done to my mother but I heard completely different things about the funeral home here in New Mexico and up to this day I am still hurting about the things I heard I feel so bad to know that it was nothing like what you guys did and the way you guys keep your facility clean and you respect everything you do I just loved it I wish we have people like you here in New Mexico it's been 9 years that I lost my mother and I am still hurting and I hope that the next time we have someone the passes away that they be respect the way you respect those people you work with God bless you always and thank you for everything

[@WilliamPierce38]

This was very informative. I’ve always wondered about this.

[@carlavision6143]

Very interesting and thank you! I don't want to be embalmed when I die. One of my friends I went through all 12 grades said in I think biology class that what she came with she's leaving with when she goes. Thank you and God Bless You! I just subscribed to your channel after watching this video.

[@dennisferrara6940]

Excellent presentation!

[@dianebartal8727]

You forgot to show the A/V plug!

[@vincentsaysno1510]

I’ve heard that some embalmers don’t use them, but instead pack that area with cotton or put on those plastic pants if the body’s leaky. 🤔

[@bethkesby-landon8726]

In 1984 my 22 year old brother suddenly passed away from a very bad and rare case of Pneumonia. When the local mortician (family friend) let us have the viewing, there was a puddle of fluid under his head. We were all sent out of the building as Ronnie changed the pillow. What do you think caused this? He also had an autopsy. Thank you so much for enlightening me.

[@isabelroberts9164]

My son passed 3 years back unexpectedly, they had to do a autopsy & nothing could be found how he died he just went to sleep no illness no underline illness 😢 I couldn't go see him as I wanted to remember him as he was the day b4 he passed.

[@cherylgaddy7816]

I'm a retired funeral director and embalmer. Dwight Smith

[@nova264]

Great and informative video ,I just subscribed.

[@michaelmark6598]

Excellent video!

[@Angel1969]

Should show a real life person getting ready for the casket

[@darrylpowell8247]

There is one on KZbin. I think it's The day of an embalmer. But unless it's an unclaimed body or it's approved by the deceased or family it's not gonna happen for legal reasons.

[@sandraatkins2539]

No I think it would be disrespectful to the decedent, and it would be spooky to many of the viewers.

[@darrylpowell8247]

@@sandraatkins2539 , I agree. But there are how to videos that you have pay for. Probably for the purpose of going back over procedures. I'm pretty sure they are done with donated bodies.

[@debjudisch5548]

@@sandraatkins2539 Do you realize that people donate their own bodies to science all the time? Some people understand that students NEED a real person to work on certain things. It could be disrespectful, but generally not so.

[@glenturney4750]

@@debjudisch5548: HOWEVER, state laws prohibit showing the public the process of embalming on a real human body due to a family member happening to stumble across their deceased loved one being shown to the whole world of their embalming process. Families tend to freak out and have nightmares over things like that, THEN tend to sue for mental distress.

[@DshaunBirch]

You two guys are a hoot I would have thought you guys were coworkers. Embalmers are not those “trolls” that live in dark basements lol

[@dr.shawnapsy.d.3283]

I wish I could do it all. There are over one million careers to try. However, seeing the embalming room at the Gupton Jones College. Is scary but always wondered how they do it.

[@glenturney4750]

Why is it scary? Dead is dead. The souls are gone. It's just an empty vessel where the souls used to live, but have moved on. No danger, other than any diseases a body might have prior to it's death.

[@DawnPopma]

Thank you, would like to know about clothing them and how long a body lasts in the ground

[@kaylee5789]

Such respect.

[@CameronNash-x1l]

The undertaker who looked after my Dad was great. She got me to help dress him and what not. Don't know if embalming necessary...

[@angelhelp6819]

Video very excellent doing preparation of the remains don't forget to clean bum don't forget to use the stoker to inspire the body 👍👌🧒🤸

[@CT-qx8nl]

😂 YALL! When the guy with the blue gloves on was trying to explain why they have the ventilation, he said, "it's not there for things like smells or anything icky like that, it really there to protect us from these chemicals, which are very dangerous, and if you breathe them in too much it can really compromise your ability to uhh........." (he goes silent and struggle to finish what he started saying, and couldn't soooo,)😮The other guy cuts in and says "really compromises your ability to think and work"......😅😅😂😂😅😂. I'm positive that was his way of roasting his buddy there, and he didn't even catch on lmao😅 That was HILARIOUS!

[@markschraefel5630]

I am curious about each time you make another incision, does this not create a “leak” in the closed circuit? Is there a process in which the embalmer would close back up a previous incision to close the circuit again?

[@nova264]

Can we get a part two on dressing and makeup for the deceased.

[@johnnybgood4564]

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[@bernadetteherpakglisan7498]

Ii

[@michaeldickens7493]

Check out kari the mortician or are you dying to know on KZbin

[@bradolson2131]

How do you flush out someone who has been decapitated, or had a limb blown off in a trauma situation?

[@AmandaCullen-mq8ly]

You are heroes xx

[@babycakes1402]

Ok, stupid question but once you're done doing arterial embalming, how do you close the artery after removing the cannula & wouldn't going through the femoral artery be easier than the carotid, both for access & dressing/neckline options? To me it just seems like it'd be easier to hide a femoral incision than a carotid.

[@mrscynthiasayles]

These guys are licensed professionals. I see a lot of people commenting just for the sake of have something to say... No matter how ridiculous 🙄

[@glenturney4750]

You must the life of the party? Please inform everyone to which parties you'll be attending, so that I can stay away?

[@michaellindsey8044]

Is there a tube on the vane where blood comeing out to the end of the table in to the flush

[@bibsann861]

I can't believe I ate dinner watching this video.

[@joandondero1736]

I’m going to be buried in the same plot of land with my mom, dad, & son. Separate lots, of course. No cremation for me. Paternal granny, aunts, uncles, are buried a few feet away. We will all be risen together at the Final Judgement.. My family are all believers. Roman Catholics. 🙏🏼 ALL religions who believe in the Almighty God will rise with us. Atheists will see God, they will then understand

[@doccarson63]

Position of EXHAUST Vent being low, would that be because the fumes from the chemicals are heavier than room air? Same principle as Liquid Propane fumes stay close to ground level, or lowest level? I'm just curious if this is logical with Embalming Fluids or not. (Former Firefighter)

[@undertaker3657]

Hey there. Was always taught that lower ventilation pulls fumes from the working level of the embalmer to the floor to allow fresh air to flow near the area of work. I do not believe that the fumes are low like LP. Great observation. Thanks for your service !

[@michaellindsey8044]

Great video

[@robynvann735]

It’s unfortunate you used a dummy. There are tons of videos that walk you through the process with an actual person.

[@jennyko5478]

So the family can choose to embalming the body or not? Your facility is bright and clean. You have very good equipments and you guys are so thoroughly. Thank you so much for showing us.

[@dannysowell9071]

Yes. If a person is not embalmed they will usually have to bury them quickly because of discoloration and beginning stages of decomposition. Some states have different requirements as well.

[@Puddingcup110]

Plus, the body will need refrigeration if not embalmed.

[@DanielFletcher-ki1mw]

Are you telling me that a quick "wash down" with dish detergent that contains an antiseptic eliminates all the germs and bacteria making the body safe to touch or even kiss? Does not sound right to me.

[@itsonlyatail]

As a nurse in the hospital oncology unit, we were always told to leave pic lines. Does that help the funeral home to leave that

[@londaslane3790]

Im interested to know how the dressing process goes 🤔

[@supasoda9030]

I know that clothes are cut sometimes, that way they're easier to get on, but still look very normal. A suit jacket for example can be cut down the back, yet once it's been put on, they're able to make any necessary tiny alterations. After a body has been cleaned, their makeup, hair styled, etc then I've seen a body hoisted up ("the lift system" he talks about) before with straps above a table & clothing is put on much easier.

[@tiffanylewis7633]

I couldn't do this job ...but I respect what youre doing...no they can't use a real body due too privacy issues

[@drakedesjardins7460]

Great job on the video. I have a question: How long on average does it take to embalm a person that had died, that includes dressing and casketing.

[@undertaker3657]

average embalming is 1-2 hours. dressing and cosmetizing can very depending on level of need for presentation, average 1-2 hours.

[@cbj063]

My husband passed from an aneurysm therefore creating a breach in our "closed" network of arteries and veins. He was embalmed but to me, it would seem the fluid would flow out of that breach and not travel around as expected. Can you verify this for me?

[@Puddingcup110]

A/V plugs are used for holes or any part leaking would be stuffed with Cotton. I can give you my word that the Embalming Fluid WAS all the way through the body. So sorry for your loss

[@kimholt9158]

A lot of knowledge enjoyed

[@aprilmapp3140]

Very interesting.

[@petertremblay3725]

Serious embalming rooms have camera in them, never let your loved one in without a camera since there is a lot of twisted individuals working in the funeral industry.

[@Thasnizzle]

Like Necrophiliac’s? That would be a good scenario for a porno

[@frlouiegoad4087]

YOU GUYS! Promate "CREMATION! !977 embalmer embalmer! 4 tubeless at once. CREMATION!

[@tomgrimes8379]

What I've never understood is why the trocar procedure doesn't undo all that you've tried to do with vein and artery distribution. It seems to me you could end up lacerating the arterial and veinal distrubution network with that long needle and thereby undo everything you've done. Furthermore, I don't understand why you don't evicerate the corpse, remove the internal organs, tie off the arterial system to make sure it will retain embalming fluid, and then replace the organs with preserving solids, which could do a better job than working blind with a trocar and hoping you don't lacerate something important. You do know after the trocar procedure, you're still going to have a lot of decaying bacteria in the digestive system that you would not have with evisceration and relacement with chemical salts.

[@posypoodle6034]

Not sure of the whole point of embalming. Why drag out decomposition, it’s not like anyone’s gonna look at you a few months later? Is it to preserve the body for viewing? Or to delay need for prompt burial? Also is it still carried out even if cremation is planned?? Cheers from 🇬🇧 UK

[@Puddingcup110]

Yes, for viewing or if the Body is being taken over State lines, burial isn’t for a while. Ect... You generally would be embalmed is there’s a viewing or it’s not going to look like your loved one and you’d have to keep the body cold. That’s another charge cause freezer space is very scarce in a smaller Funeral Home.

[@tomd5010]

The locking scissor clamp device appears to be a hemostat.