Carpal tunnel ultrasound view, donor IBXFT
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Carpal Tunnel Ultrasound View, Donor IBXFT
Date
2024-11
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3D4Medical. (2024). Complete Anatomy (2024 Edition) [Mobile app]. Elsevier. https://www.completeanatomy.com
Abstract
The opportunity to dissect in a cadaver lab is a profound educational experience that allows students to have insights into the human body in a way no textbook can provide. It builds both technical skills and anatomical knowledge while creating a deep appreciation for the donors who make this type of learning possible. While textbooks and anatomy atlases provide a solid foundation, they often present idealized versions of the human body and rely heavily on dense text, making it challenging for dissectors to navigate structures effectively in the moment. The "Illustrated Dissector’s Manual" aims to bridge this gap by offering a comic strip-style guide that visually demonstrates the best cuts to highlight key anatomical features. Each illustration is drawn directly from donors and cross-referenced with "Complete Anatomy" to ensure accuracy. Our goal is to eventually publish a comprehensive "Illustrated Dissector’s Manual" to further support medical education. (The authors thank the individuals who donate their bodies and tissues for the advancement of education and research.}
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This illustration provides an in-depth look at the carpal tunnel in the human hand. On the left side, the cadaver hand is depicted in a semi-closed position. The right side offers a cross-sectional view at the level of the carpal tunnel—a perspective often used in ultrasound imaging to evaluate conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. In this cross-sectional view, the median nerve and flexor tendons are shown grouped together within the carpal tunnel, surrounded by a synovial sheath. The tunnel in this particular view contains the pisiform, triquetrum, capitate, trapezoid, and trapezium. These bones, along with the transverse carpal ligament spanning across the top, form the narrow passageway that houses these structures.