Using dissection in an Anatomy lab with human cadavers in university or school may be controversial. Some medical programs feel that learning anatomy can be properly done with the use of only images and models or by use of an Anatomage. However, research and feedback from students indicate that they prefer learning using cadavers and receive a better education compared to using only images and models. Dissection during school enables a student to better understand and research the interactions between structures as well as the location and path of certain anatomical structures inside the body. Most medical students also find it very helpful to see how different each body is. Cadaver dissection at an anatomy lab demonstrates and teaches students about common anatomical variants that may affect patient care. Another important aspect of the use of cadavers for anatomy education is that cadaver dissection can serve as an important way to conduct research. In particular, research on the prevalence of certain anatomical variants can be conducted on the cadavers used for anatomy lab education. The prevalence and location of these variations need to be known, particularly for surgeons that may encounter these variations during surgery.