Resuming cadaver dissection during a pandemic
Georgina Bond, Thomas Franchi
Abstract
Methods of anatomical education have, as with many facets of normal life, been forced to evolve rapidly due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Whilst some authors claim that cadaver dissection is now under threat, we believe the centuries-old practice can and must be upheld.
Topics & Concepts
PandemicDissection (medical)Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)CadaverSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakMedicineSurgeryVirologyPathologyDiseaseOutbreakInfectious disease (medical specialty)Anatomy and Medical TechnologySurgical Simulation and TrainingGlobal Health and Surgery