Reflections on "Advances in Plastination Techniques" by Dr. Nicolás Ottone.
2025 - Volume 1 -
Issue 1
Summary
The book Advances in Plastination Techniques by Dr. Nicolás E. Ottone (Springer Nature, 2023) offers a comprehensive and methodologically rigorous overview of plastination, consolidating its role in anatomical education, research, and public engagement. This reflection highlights the book's thorough historical contextualization of anatomical preservation methods and its detailed description of plastination techniques using silicone, epoxy, and polyester resins. Notable innovations such as ultra-thin sectioning and microplastination are emphasized for their value in correlating micro- and macroanatomy, morphometric analysis, and 3D reconstruction. The work also addresses critical topics including biosecurity, ethical considerations surrounding body donation, and the institutional role of the International Society for Plastination. Moreover, the book explores the applications of plastinated specimens in clinical training, comparative anatomy, and forensic science—particularly when integrated with advanced imaging technologies. Ottone’s contribution is positioned as an essential reference for morphologists, educators, and biomedical researchers engaged in anatomical preservation.
Keywords
Plastination, Anatomical preservation, Microplastination, Anatomical education, 3D reconstruction