Plastinated fetus: 3D CT scan (VRT) evaluation.

OBJECTIVE

The intent of this study was to evaluate the effect of plastination on the morphology and structure of stored organs, to find out how much accuracy a plastinated specimen has, and to look into the changes that occurred because of plastination.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

A human fetus of gestational age 24 weeks was plastinated, and 3D CT scan evaluation of the fetus was done.

RESULTS

The results showed normal, well-defined, clearly identifiable organs, with no alteration in morphology and structure of organs.

CONCLUSION

In our opinion, plastinated specimens are better way of visualization of morphology and structure of stored organs, which is a useful tool for teaching as well as for research purposes.