4. A different perpective on anatomy education: modelling and virtual reality

Sağıroğlu E.

23. Ulusal Anatomi Kongresi, Ankara, Türkiye, 11 - 15 Ekim 2023, cilt.54, ss.67

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Özet Bildiri
  • Cilt numarası: 54
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Ankara
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Türkiye
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.67
  • Lokman Hekim Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet


Objective: Basic sciences education in medical school is evolving rapidly, with Virtual Reality (VR) visualization enhancing anatomy instruction. VR simplifies complex 3D structures, aiding comprehension and shifting from rote memorization to active engagement. This educational approach fosters a deeper understanding of anatomy, making learning efficient and enjoyable, saving time. This study’s objective is to model vertebrae, generate visuals, and compare them to traditional anatomy atlases for educational use.Methods: The 3D design process of the anatomical models was performed using Blender and Maya programs. After the modeled cervical, thoracic, lumbar vertebrae and sacrum bone were colored in the computer environment, they were transferred to the virtual reality environment using C# and Unity programs. Afterwards, these images were photographed and compared with the images in anatomy atlases.Results: As a result of designing the anatomical models, images of 4 vertebrae from the cervical region, 2 vertebrae from the thoracic region, 1 vertebra from the lumbar region, sacrum and coccyx were taken and recorded. They were compared with the pictures in anatomy atlases. The details found and visualized in the basic structures on the anatomical models were marked to make the similarities and differences more apparent.Conclusion: In the faculties of medicine and other basic medical sciences, dentistry, pharmacy, dentistry, pharmacy and vocational schools of health services, students should be integrated into an education model in which they will actively learn by eliminating anatomy education based on classical learning models. It is an indisputable fact that 3D digital models make great contributions to anatomy education. These digital models make complex and difficult subjects in theoretical education easy to understand and memorize. It is certain that education needs to be supported by VR in order for students to better comprehend subjects that are difficult to understand and imagine.Keywords: virtual reality, anatomy, 3-dimension