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A technique to perfuse cadavers that extends the useful life of fresh tissues: The Duke experience
Author(s) -
Messmer Caroline,
Kellogg Ryan T.,
Zhang Yixin,
Baiak Andresa,
Leiweke Clinton,
Marcus Jeffrey R.,
Levin L. Scott,
Zenn Michael R.,
Erdmann Detlev
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
anatomical sciences education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.126
H-Index - 51
eISSN - 1935-9780
pISSN - 1935-9772
DOI - 10.1002/ase.159
Subject(s) - cadaver , embalming , psychology , medicine , anatomy
The demand for laboratory‐based teaching and training is increasing worldwide as medical training and education confront the pressures of shorter training time and rising costs. This article presents a cost‐effective perfusion technique that extends the useful life of fresh tissue. Refrigerated cadavers are preserved in their natural state for up to 45 days with a daily working period of ten hours. Tissues maintain their color and natural consistency throughout this period. This new process for preservation of tissue opens the door to improved surgical training and to numerous research opportunities. Anat Sci Educ. © 2010 American Association of Anatomists.