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Three-dimensional reconstruction of the upper limb from anatomical slices of the Korean visible human: simulation and educational application

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Abstract

Purpose

Digital anatomy is a novel emerging discipline. Use of virtual reality brings a revolution in educational anatomy by improving retention and learning outcomes. Indeed, virtual dissection is a new learning tool for students and surgeons. Three-dimensional vectorial models of the human body can be created from anatomical slices obtained by lengthy series of cryosection from the visible human projects. The aim of this paper is to show how these mesh models could be embedded into an Acrobat® 3dpdf interface, to produce an easy-to-use fully interactive educational tool.

Methods

The learning of this method and its practical application were evaluated on a multicentric cohort of 86 people divided into 3 groups, according to the duration of their training (1, 2 or 3 days, respectively). Participants learned how to use the Mesh tool and how to model 3D structures from anatomical sections. At the end of the training, they were given a survey form. Participants were also asked to rate the training (Poor; Average; Good; Very Good; Excellent).

Results

Ninety four percent of the subjects rated the device as excellent and would continue to use digital anatomy in their practice.

Conclusion

This result is the Diva3d® virtual dissection table, a powerful educational tool for anatomists and students. It could also be the basis of future simulation tools for hand surgeons training.

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Acknowledgements

Pr. PJin Seo nark in Dongguk university and Dr. Chung in Ajou university (South Korea) for the data used from the Visible Korean’ project.

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  1. Hand, Upper Limb and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Service, Georges-Pompidou European Hospital (HEGP), 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France

    R. Dukan & E. H. Masmejean

  2. Unesco Chair of Digital Anatomy, Paris University, 12 Rue de l’École de Médecine, 75006, Paris, France

    J.-F. Uhl, V. Delmas & M. Chahim

  3. Service de Médecine Vasculaire Hopital Corentin Celton, Issy-les Moulineaux, France

    M. Chahim

  4. University of Paris-Medical School, 12 rue de l’Ecole de Médecine, 75006, Paris, France

    E. H. Masmejean

  5. Research Unit-Clinique Blomet, 136 bis rue Blomet, 75015, Paris, France

    E. H. Masmejean

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R. DUKAN: Manuscript writing/editing, Data analysis. J-F UHL: Protocol/project development, Data collection, Data management, Manuscript writing/editing, Supervising. V. Delmas: Protocol/project development, Data collection. M. Chahim: Protocol/project development, Data collection. E. H. MASMEJEAN: Manuscript writing/editing, supervising.

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Dukan, R., Uhl, JF., Delmas, V. et al. Three-dimensional reconstruction of the upper limb from anatomical slices of the Korean visible human: simulation and educational application. Surg Radiol Anat 43, 547–558 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00276-021-02704-x

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