Three-dimensional micro-imaging (μCT) based physical anatomic teaching models: implementation of a new learning aid for routine use in anatomy lectures.

The aim of our project is the development and implementation of μCT based plastic anatomical models to make them commercially available as an anatomy learning tool for students at all levels. High resolution μCT of human ossicles and trabecular bone was performed. After image processing, application of rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing technologies, enlarged physical teaching models, magnified by a factor of 20, were built and provided an accurate representation of the human anatomy.