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The visible human male: a technical report

V Spitzer1, M J Ackerman, A L Scherzinger

  • 1University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, USA.

Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association : JAMIA
|March 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

The National Library of Medicine provides a comprehensive digital dataset of a male cadaver, including magnetic resonance (MR) and computed tomography (CT) images. This 15-gigabyte resource is freely available for research purposes.

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Area of Science:

  • Anatomy
  • Medical Imaging
  • Digital Medicine

Background:

  • The National Library of Medicine (NLM) has developed a significant digital resource.
  • The Visible Human Male (VHM) project aims to create a comprehensive digital representation of human anatomy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the creation and content of the Visible Human Male data set.
  • To detail the history, methods, and technology used to generate the VHM data.

Main Methods:

  • Acquisition of high-resolution digital images using magnetic resonance (MR) and computed tomography (CT) scanning.
  • Processing and compilation of anatomical data from a single male cadaver.
  • Data management and distribution through a no-cost license agreement.

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Main Results:

  • A 15-gigabyte digital data set comprising MR, CT, and anatomical images.
  • Detailed documentation of the VHM cadaver's history and the imaging process.
  • Availability of the VHM data set from the NLM for scientific use.

Conclusions:

  • The Visible Human Male data set represents a valuable resource for anatomical research and medical education.
  • The methods and technology employed provide a foundation for future digital human cadaver projects.
  • Free accessibility of the VHM data promotes widespread scientific inquiry and innovation.