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Quintessential text links core clinical embryology concepts to human anatomy and pathology
Clinical anatomy relies on a deep knowledge of anatomical relationships, many of which are established during human development. Despite the implicit interconnections among anatomy, human embryology, and congenital anomalies, many students struggle making these associations. Embryology: An Essential Textbook by Michelle Lazarus and Anna Campbell fills a gap in the literature. This unique textbook seamlessly integrates human development with adult structural relationships and clinical correlations in a logical, digestible format.
Throughout three sections and 12 chapters, the text focuses on helping learners understand the connections among embryology, adult anatomy, and congenital anomalies. The book starts by laying a foundation of embryology knowledge, followed by sections on body-wide system development and regional anatomy development. Each chapter includes correlates that either focus on anatomical relationships influenced by the developmental process (green box) or clinical outcomes influenced by developmental processes (red box).
Key Features
- Reader-friendly formatting augments understanding of the widespread impacts of embryology on newborn and adult anatomy
- Succinct bullet points, tables, and graphs enhance learning and retention of knowledge
- Outstanding images clearly illustrate difficult-to-understand embryology concepts
- Test-your-knowledge questions woven throughout the book help readers identify strengths and weaknesses in their studies
This book provides an essential classroom tool for students interested in embryological origins of human anatomy and clinical pathology. It will also benefit anyone interested in exploring how human development influences clinical practice.
List of contents
Section I: Embryonic Period
1. Prefertilization and Gametogenesis
2. Gastrulation and Embryonic Folding
3. Placental and Support of Fetal Development
Section II: Bodywide System Development
4. Integumentary System Development
5. Vascular System Development
6. Skeletal System Development
7. Muscular System Development
8. Nervous System Development
Section III: Regional Anatomy Development
9. Head and Neck Development
10. Thoracic Region Development
11. Abdominopelvic Region Development
12. Limb Development
Index
Summary
Bridging human development with adult anatomy, this text connects embryologic foundations to congenital anomalies and clinical outcomes. Organized in three sections and 12 chapters, it employs clear visual markers to illustrate both systemic and regional correlations, deepening understanding of anatomical relationships.
