Motunrayooluwa Ogunwusi
Research Mentor: Mariana Masteling Pereira
Mentor Department: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering
Author(s): Motunrayooluwa Ogunwusi, Mariana Masteling
Session: Session 4 (1:00 PM – 1:50 PM)
Presentation Type: Poster 134
Abstract
Most anatomical models used in medical education are based on cadaveric specimens, which can be limited because preserved tissues often become rigid and do not fully reflect how anatomy appears in a living body. To address this issue, a pelvic floor research group developed a model based on MRI data from a living individual, allowing for a more accurate and realistic representation of pelvic anatomy. Using this imaging data, a full-scale pelvic floor model was designed and produced using Form 3 3D printers. The model consists of 24 separate parts connected using 121 magnets (87 large and 34 small), allowing the model to be taken apart and reassembled for interactive learning. The total material used includes 732.28 mL of elastic resin and 596.39 mL of rigid resin. Based on current Formlabs resin prices, the material cost is approximately $270, and with the addition of $33 for magnets, the total cost of a full model is about $303. For educational purposes, a simplified version of the model was also created at 80% scale using only key structures, including the pelvic bones, levator ani muscle, levator ani band, obturator internus, and perineal membrane. This version uses less material and fewer magnets, bringing the total cost to approximately $165. Overall, these 3D printed models provide a more realistic and interactive way to learn anatomy and show how combining medical imaging with 3D printing can improve medical education
