This book can be used as a learning aid for undergraduates (MBBS and BDS), postgraduates and for those who are preparing for competitive exams in almost all specialities (MD, DNB, MS, FRCS, MRCP, DM, Mch) Topics are updated according to the Medical Council of India, Competency Based Undergraduate Curriculum for the Indian Medical Graduate Presented in the form of bullets for better grasping Clinical Nuggets include interesting facts about the topic Kliniche Perlen towards the end of each chapter deals with the applied aspects Points to ponder section for a quick recap Brain teasers with solved MCQs for self-assessment Quick review of genetics according to new curriculum Schematic diagrams and clinical photographs for better visualization of concepts A note on recent advances to create a curiosity for the topics YouTube channel by the author--LIFE IN THE WOMB with detailed explanation about the topics

This embryology text is intended not only for medical students but for nurses and those in allied health areas who require an overview of the subject. All illustrations are in full colour throughout, and the book provides the ideal revision tool for anyone about to sit an embryology exam.

A Concise And Lucid Account Of Human Embryology, Useful For Undergraduate And Post-Graduate Medical And Paramedical Students. The Essential Features Of Human Development Have Been Presented, With Added Emphasis On The Cardiovascular, Alimentary And Urogenital Systems. Illustrations Have Been Designed And Exhaustively Labelled.

The Fundamentals of Human Embryology covers embryonic development, with a unique focus on adult anatomy. Its goal is to impart to students a comprehensive overview of how the human embryo forms, not only as a basis for the student of human anatomy, but also as a link to abnormalities they may encounter in their clinical careers. Extensively illustrated with labeled line drawings, now enlarged for better visibility, this concise manual will meet the needs of both undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Human Sciences. Special features include: • Separate chapters on the neural crest, the skull and osteogenesis • In-depth coverage of head and neck embryology, including the development of the tooth, for students of dentistry, and speech and audiology In this Second Edition of the manual at the request of students and teachers, the authors have made the following changes: • Increased the size of the diagrams • Revised the text to comply with the Federative International Committee on Anatomical Terminology changes to the Terminologia Embryologica • Altered the sequencing of some topics to allow the development to flow more logically • Included an appendix of coloured photographs of congenital abnormalities to help students form a more realistic idea of developmental abnormalities.

The second edition of this book is aligned with the National Medical Council's competency-based undergraduate curriculum for the Indian Medical Graduate. This book is an ideal resource for UG students (MBBS & BDS) and for candidates preparing for PG and competitive examinations in various specialties - MD, DNB, MS, FRCS, MRCP, DM, MCh also would find it an authentic reference source. New to this Edition - Division into five sections to ensure completeness on application-based learning. - Addition of new chapters on Genetic Counselling, and Recent Advances in Genetics to generate curiosity about the topics. - Begins each chapter with Anamnese, a clinical scenario to stimulate readers' curiosity. - Includes Brain Teasers with solved MCQs at the end of each chapter for self-assessment. - 230 New illustrations in the form of three-dimensional diagrams, clinical photographs, ultrasonographs have been incorporated to enhance visual representation. - Frequently Asked Questions in Embryology and Genetics from previous university question papers presented for quick reference and mapping with relevant syllabus. - 30 Embryology Charts for Practical Examination help the learners to assimilate well the learnt concepts. Key Characteristics - Text is presented in a simple, precise, and point-wise manner, with complex information summarized in tables. - Integrates Clinical Nuggets containing interesting facts about the topic. - Concludes each chapter with Klinische Perlen, addressing the applied aspects of the subject matter. - Features a Points to Ponder section for a quick recap of key concepts. - Provides references under the heading Further Readings for detailed exploration of topics. Online Resources at www.medenact.com - Complimentary access to full e-book. - Labelled 30 embryological charts for a quick recap before viva voce.

This is the condensed version of Human Embryology 2nd Edition by William J. Larsen. This consice textbook provides detailed coverage of the concepts and principles that underlie human development. The book provides a view of exciting applications that are currently in use or are on the horizon.

This embryology text is intended not only for medical students but for nurses and those in allied health areas who require an overview of the subject. All illustrations are in full colour throughout, and the book provides the ideal revision tool for anyone about to sit an embryology exam.