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September 28, 2025Open Access

A Study on Health Outcomes and Hygiene Measures in Cadaveric Dissection Among Medical Students

Key Points

Significant health outcomes were reported among medical students during cadaveric dissection, with emotional distress affecting 37%.
Eye irritation was the most common symptom, affecting 48% of participants, while nausea and headache were reported by 30% and 26%, respectively.
Safety practices included 93.3% using gloves and 90% wearing lab coats, though only 63.3% wore face masks, highlighting gaps in hygiene awareness.
The study underscores the importance of maintaining hygiene to mitigate health risks during anatomy education involving cadaveric dissection.

Abstract

Background:Cadaveric dissection, considered the cornerstone of anatomy education, provides essential hands-on learning for medical students. However, exposure to formalin and cadaveric material may lead to health issues and infection risks if proper hygiene is not maintained. Aim:To study the physical and psychological health outcomes and assess hygiene measures followed by medical students during cadaveric dissection. Material and Methods A cross-sectional, observational study was conducted from October 2023 to September 2024 among 150 first-year MBBS students in the Department of Anatomy. Students meeting the inclusion criteria completed a structured questionnaire assessing symptoms and hygiene practices. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and p-values for significance. Results:Among 150 participants (54% male, 46% female), common symptoms included eye irritation (48%), emotional distress (37%), nausea (30%), and headache (26%). Most symptoms were statistically significant (p < 0.001) except eye irritation (p = 0.708). Regarding hygiene, 93.3% used gloves, 90% wore lab coats, 86.7% washed hands, but only 63.3% wore face masks. Additionally, 80% were aware of infection risks, and 73.3% reported adequate ventilation.

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