Virtual dissection: An educational resource that improves medical students’ learning?

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cadaveric disecction, human anatomy, medical education , virtual disecction

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For centuries, the study of human anatomy has relied predominantly on cadaveric dissection. However, in the 21st century, anatomy education is undergoing a significant transformation driven by emerging technological innovations, including virtual dissection. This innovation can be repeated without the need for many cadavers, providing a safe environment, cost-effectiveness, and the opportunity to reassess complex concepts for undergraduate medical students. The educational value of virtual dissection tools depends on high-fidelity digital modeling and strategically designed clinical scenarios in anatomical instruction. Nevertheless, further research is required to determine the efficacy of virtual dissection and to evaluate its long-term impact on undergraduate medical students’ learning and retention of anatomical knowledge.

 

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  • Rafael Romero-Reverón, Universidad Central de Venezuela.

    Medical doctor, Orthopedic surgeon. Full professor of Human anatomy in Universidad Central de Venezuela. Magister in Educational Innovations.

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2026-02-27

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Virtual dissection: An educational resource that improves medical students’ learning?. (2026). Revista Salud Integral, 4(1). https://revistas.ues.edu.sv/index.php/si/article/view/3392