Larry R. Cochard Boeken

Here's a rich pictorial review of normal and abnormal human prenatal development. For each body system or region, you'll find a brief description of the developmental plan, with key concepts and terminology, followed by discussions of histological principles, the classification of congenital defects, and basic cellular, molecular, and genetic concepts.An emphasis on morphological patterns in the embryo and fetus makes it easy to understand the structure and function of the adult body and the embryonic basis of birth defects.Summary tables and terminology sections at the end of each chapter, plus an appendix with all major congenital defects and their embryonic basis, make it easy to review course material and prepare for the USMLE.

Illustrated by Frank H. Netter, MD, and his artistic tradition, this atlas offers a comprehensive visual overview of human prenatal development. Each developmental stage and body system includes brief descriptions of the developmental plan, key concepts, histological principles, congenital anomalies classification, and essential cellular, molecular, and genetic concepts. The focus on morphological patterns aids in understanding the adult body's structure and function, as well as the embryonic origins of natural variation and birth anomalies. High-quality illustrations and concise text effectively convey key points. New Inclusionary Consideration Points highlight differences between sex and gender, perspectives on disability advocacy, and enhanced representation of diversity in illustrations. This edition introduces topics such as Conjoined Twins, Early Detection of Pregnancy, and Genetic Sex Variations, alongside expanded discussions on clinical correlations and congenital anomalies. Summary tables and terminology sections at chapter ends, plus an appendix detailing major congenital anomalies and their embryonic origins, facilitate review and USMLE preparation. An included eBook allows for easy access to text, figures, and references, with features for searching, note-taking, and audio reading. Instructors can access an image collection through the Evolve Instructor site.