A review of Bone Preparation Techniques for Anatomical Studies

Savitri; R.C. Yakkundi; Nirmala Matapathi; Vishwanath Talawar

doi:10.21760/jaims.8.10.16

Savitri Assistant Professor, Dept. of Shareera Rachana, Sri Shivayogeshwara Rural Ayurvedic Medical College, Inchal, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.
R.C. Yakkundi Professor & HOD, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, Sri Shivayogeshwara Rural Ayurvedic Medical College, Inchal, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.
Nirmala Matapathi Post Graduate Scholar, Dept. of Shareera Rachana, Sri Shivayogeshwara Rural Ayurvedic Medical College, Inchal, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.
Vishwanath Talawar Post Graduate Scholar, Dept. of Shareera Rachana, Sri Shivayogeshwara Rural Ayurvedic Medical College, Inchal, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.8.10.16

Keywords: Osteology, maceration, soft tissue removal, bleaching, degreasing

Abstract

The scope of modern anatomy has become very wide because it is now studied by all possible techniques which can enlarge the boundaries of the anatomical knowledge. So, bones are essential part of anatomy teaching curriculum and are unsurpassed in the ability to provide three dimensional instruction in Osteology as well as understanding the sites of soft tissue insertion and the course of neurovascular structures in a region. Many techniques have been employed over the years for preparation of bones. These methods include the use of insects, chemicals and enzymes. Bone preparation involves soft tissue removal, maceration, bleaching and labelling of the bones. The present study conducted with the aim of evaluating the least time-consuming and effective method of bone preparation from embalmed and wet specimens.

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A review of Bone Preparation Techniques for Anatomical Studies

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