Larsen's Human Embryology

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Elsevier Health Sciences, 1 dic 2014 - 576 páginas

Larsen's Human Embryology works as a well-organized, straightforward guide to this highly complex subject, placing an emphasis on the clinical application of embryology and presenting it in an easily digestible manner. Ideal for visual students, this updated medical textbook includes a superior art program, brand-new online animations, and high-quality images throughout; clear descriptions and explanations of human embryonic development, based on all of the most up-to-date scientific discoveries and understanding, keep you abreast of the latest knowledge in the field.

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  • Visualize complex concepts more clearly than before through a superior art program and outstanding clinical content and images throughout.
  • Reinforce your understanding of the material and how it will relate to real-life scenarios with "Embryology in Practice" clinical closers added to each chapter.
  • Access the complete contents online at Student Consult! View animations on Eye and Ear Development, test yourself with multiple self-assessment questions, and more!
 

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INTRODUCTION
1
Chapter 1 Gametogenesis Fertilization and First Week
14
Becoming Bilaminar and Fully Implanting
43
Becoming Trilaminar and Establishing Body Axes
57
Forming the Embryo
82
Chapter 5 Principles and Mechanisms of Morphogenesis and Dysmorphogenesis
108
Chapter 6 Fetal Development and the Fetus as a Patient
133
Chapter 7 Development of the Skin and Its Derivatives
155
Chapter 13 Development of the Vasculature
304
Chapter 14 Development of the Gastrointestinal Tract
341
Chapter 15 Development of the Urinary System
375
Chapter 16 Development of the Reproductive System
394
Chapter 17 Development of the Pharyngeal Apparatus and Face
429
Chapter 18 Development of the Ears
473
Chapter 19 Development of the Eyes
488
Chapter 20 Development of the Limbs
501

Chapter 8 Development of the Musculoskeletal System
172
Chapter 9 Development of the Central Nervous System
197
Chapter 10 Development of the Peripheral Nervous System
234
Chapter 11 Development of the Respiratory System and Body Cavities
251
Chapter 12 Development of the Heart
267
Figure Credits
525
Index
533
IBC
561
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