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M Bartikian1, A Ferreira2, A Gonçalves-Ferreira2,3
1Anatomy Department, Hospital de Santa Maria, Instituto de Anatomia, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Egas Moniz, 1649-028, Lisbon, Portugal. mickael.bartikian@gmail.com.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy : SRA
|December 15, 2018
Summary
3D printing offers a practical solution for anatomy education by creating detailed, cost-effective human skull models. This technology enhances learning by providing accessible, high-quality anatomical resources for students.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anatomical Modeling
- 3D Printing Technology
Background:
- Anatomy education faces challenges due to limited access to human cadavers.
- Theoretical approaches in anatomy lack practical, hands-on learning experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a 3D printing method for producing high-quality, accessible human skull bone models.
- To provide realistic anatomical resources for medical school anatomy classes and home study.
Main Methods:
- Selected well-shaped human head bones for 3D model creation.
- Utilized high-resolution Computed Tomography (CT) scanning and segmentation software.
- Employed filament extrusion 3D printers (Prusa i3, Zortrax M200) for model fabrication.
Main Results:
- Successfully printed detailed models of skull bones (temporal, occipital, sphenoid).
- Demonstrated the practicality and anatomical accuracy of 3D printed models.
- Confirmed the cost-effectiveness and technical accessibility of the production process.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing holds significant potential for creating complex anatomical models.
- This technology can replicate dissection experiences, enhancing anatomical understanding.
- Future applications include modeling regional, vascular, and nervous system structures.
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