One difference is you can dissect the nerves of the clitoris with a normal cadaver. Meanwhile, these nerves are consistently left out of virtual cadavers.

This brings to light one important consideration: culture biases how we interpret real anatomy. If we rely only on these biased interpretations shown in virtual reality simulations, we have no chance at learning imporant information excluded for sociocultural reasons. There may be other reasons anatomy is left out as well.

What is clear is that 3D anatomy simulator companies are consistently sexist. The result is that none of these simulators should be used to replace real cadavers, which enable accurate, comprehensive study.

The omission of anatomy from virtual cadavers is a threat to patient safety. As such, relying on these simulators puts patients at risk.