Anatomy taught integration of multiple image mediums, dissection and pathology reports with donor‐cadaver‐patients

Abstract

INTRODUCTIONIntegrating multiple imaging modalities from a donated‐cadaver‐patient (DCP) with graded dissection and pathology recognition provides realistic clinical anatomy experience. Imaging allows students to view dissected areas and discover pathologies. Student pathology reports reinforce anatomy and radiology learning. The objective of this study was to integrate DCP imaging, dissection and pathology to provide a realistic clinical anatomy experience.METHODSLiterature search was conducted regarding common multiple imaging modalities on DCPs during an anatomy course. Dissection and a pathology report were required.RESULTSLiterature search revealed no studies integrating multiple image mediums on DCPs during an anatomy course. Students analyzed DCP imaging, dissected and confirmed pathology.DISCUSSIONA vertical curriculum requires educators to integrate basic and clinical sciencesin order to develop critical thinking skills. Clinical anatomy could include radiology, surgical techniques and pathology. DCP was imaged using multiple common modalities, quality of dissection was assessed and pathology was confirmed. A DCP from this pilot study revealed bilateral popliteal aneurysms and Baker's cysts on imaging and during dissection.CONCLUSIONThis pilot study integrated radiology, dissection and pathology from DCP's to provide a realistic clinical anatomy experience.