Lessons from Cadaver Dissection during the COVID-19 Pandemic
10.3346/jkms.2021.36.e188
- Author:
Dasom KIM
1
;
Hyeijung YOO
;
Young-Mee LEE
;
Im Joo RHYU
Author Information
1. Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
- Publication Type:Brief Communication
- From:Journal of Korean Medical Science
2021;36(26):e188-
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
The rapid increase of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic from mid-February 2020 has led the anatomy department of the Korea University College of Medicine to cease the dissection laboratory. However, the hands-on anatomy laboratory experience is paramount to maximizing learning outcomes. In this paper, we share the experiences and lessons learned through the face-to-face cadaveric dissection experience during this disruptive situation. To minimize infection risks, the following strategies were applied: first, students' on-campus attendance was reduced; second, body temperatures and symptoms were checked before entering the laboratory, and personal protective equipment was provided to all participants;and third, a negative pressure air circulation system was used in the dissection room. We suggest that conducting face-to-face cadaveric anatomy dissection is feasible when the daily count of newly infected cases stabilizes, and there is ample provision of safety measures to facilitate hands-on education.
