Human Embryology and Developmental Biology - Bruce M. Carlson

Human Embryology and Developmental Biology

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520 Seiten
2013 | 5th Revised edition
Saunders (Verlag)
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Provides an easy-to-follow "road map" through the scientific knowledge, giving you an understanding of the key information you need to know for your courses, exams, and clinical practice.
Master the concepts you need to know with Human Embryology and Developmental Biology. Dr. Bruce M. Carlson's clear explanations provide an easy-to-follow "road map" through the most up-to-date scientific knowledge, giving you a deeper understanding of the key information you need to know for your courses, exams, and ultimately clinical practice.



Visualize normal and abnormal development with hundreds of superb clinical photos and embryological drawings.
Access the fully searchable text online, view animations, answer self-assessment questions, and much more at www.studentconsult.com.



Grasp the molecular basis of embryology, including the processes of branching and folding - essential knowledge for determining the root of many abnormalities.
Understand the clinical manifestations of developmental abnormalities with clinical vignettes and Clinical Correlations boxes throughout.

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Developmental Tables

Carnegie Stages of Early Human Embryonic Development (Weeks 1-8)

Major Developmental Events During the Fetal Period

PART I Early Development and the Fetal-Maternal Relationship

CHAPTER 1
Getting Ready for Pregnancy
Gametogenesis
Preparation of the Female Reproductive Tract For Pregnancy
Hormonal Interaction Involved with Reproduction in Males

CHAPTER 2
Transport of Gametes and Fertilization
Ovulation and Egg and Sperm Transport
Fertilization

CHAPTER 3
Cleavage and Implantation
Cleavage
Embryo Transport and Implantation

CHAPTER 4
Molecular Basis for Embryonic Development
Transcription Factors
Signaling Molecules
Receptor Molecules
Signal Transduction
Retinoic Acid
Developmental Genes and Cancer

CHAPTER 5
Formation of Germ Layers and Early Derivatives
Two-Germ-Layer Stage
Gastrulation and the Three Embryonic Germ Layers
Induction of the Nervous System
Cell Adhesion Molecules

CHAPTER 6
Establishment of the Basic Embryonic Body Plan
Development of the Ectodermal Germ Layer
Development of the Mesodermal Germ Layer
Development of the Endodermal Germ Layer
Basic Structure of 4-Week Old Embryo

CHAPTER 7
Placenta and Extraembryonic Membranes
Extraembryonic Tissues
Chorion and Placenta
Placental Physiology
Placenta and Membranes in Multiple Pregnancies

CHAPTER 8
Developmental Disorders: Causes, Mechanisms, and Patterns
General Principles
Causes of Malformations
Developmental Disturbances Resulting in Malformations

PART II Development of the Body Systems

CHAPTER 9
Integumentary, Skeletal and Muscular Systems
Integumentary System
Skeleton
Muscular System

CHAPTER 10
Limb Development
Initiation of Limb Development
Regulative Properties and Axial Determination
Outgrowth of Limb Bud
Morphogenetic Control of Early Limb Development
Development of Limb Tissues

CHAPTER 11
Nervous System
Establishment of Nervous System
Early Shaping of Nervous System
Histogenesis Within the Central Nervous System
Craniocaudal Pattern Formation and Segmentation
Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Later Structural Changes in the Central Nervous System
Ventricles, Meninges, and Cerebrospinal Fluid Formation
Cranial Nerves
Development of Neural Function

CHAPTER 12
Neural Crest
Origins of Neural Crest
Migrations of Neural Crest
Differentiation of Neural Crest Cells
Major Divisions of Neural Crest

CHAPTER 13
Sense Organs
Eye
Ear

CHAPTER 14
Head and Neck
Early Development of Head and Neck
Establishing the Pattern of the Craniofacial Region
Development of Facial Region
Formation of the Teeth
Development of Pharynx and Its Derivatives

CHAPTER 15
Digestive and Respiratory Systems and Body Cavities
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Body Cavities

CHAPTER 16
Urogenital System
Urinary System
Genital System
Sexual Duct System
External Genitalia

CHAPTER 17
Cardiovascular System
Developmental of Blood and the Vascular System
Developmental and Partitioning of Heart
Fetal Circulation

CHAPTER 18
Fetal Period and Birth
Growth and Form of Fetus
Fetal Physiology
Parturition
Adaptations to Postnatal Life
Overview

Answers to Clinical Vignettes and Review Questions

Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag 6.3.2013
Zusatzinfo Approx. 530 illustrations (530 in full color)
Verlagsort Philadelphia
Sprache englisch
Maße 216 x 276 mm
Themenwelt Studium 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) Histologie / Embryologie
ISBN-10 1-4557-2794-6 / 1455727946
ISBN-13 978-1-4557-2794-0 / 9781455727940
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