[EN]The understanding of spatial relationships between brain structures taken from conventional sectional
images is a major problem in learning anatomy. However, scientific literature has suggested that higher
visuospatial abilities and computer-based instructional 3D visualizations may facilitate learning anatomy.
This paper aims (1) to develop a computer-based tool to explore neuroanatomy based on threedimensional
images and (2) to compare whether the educational value assigned by students varies
according to their visuospatial ability. An anatomical and functional viewer was developed with Positron
Emission Tomography images to visualize three-dimensional models of real brain structures. Students
assigned a high educational value to this tool, regardless of their visuospatial skills. The discussion section
analyzes the implications of this technique in neuroanatomy training.
