Bruce Carlson’s Human Embryology and Developmental Biology is one of the most detailed texts available for those who want to truly understand both the morphological and molecular aspects of human embryological development.
Fully updated in its seventh edition, the book provides a thorough grounding in all aspects of embryology. It presents in detail the molecular and cellular basis for embryological processes, from early development through to development of body systems. It covers examples of congenital malformations and their underlying mechanisms, and comes complete with clinical vignettes and review questions to support learning.
This book will suit medical and science students taking embryology courses as well as scientists and clinicians who find themselves returning to this topic throughout their careers.
1. Cover image - p. Cover 2. Title page - p. ii 3. Table of Contents - p. iii 4. Copyright - p. iii 5. Dedication - p. iii 6. Preface to the Seventh Edition - p. iii 7. Developmental Tables - p. iii 8. Part I: Early Developmental and the Fetal-Maternal Relationship - p. iii 9. List of Illustrations - p. iii 10. List of Tables - p. iii 11. Chapter 1: Getting Ready for Pregnancy - p. iii 12. Chapter 2: Transport of Gametes and Fertilization - p. 22.e1 13. Chapter 3: Molecular Basis of and Genetic Methods for Studying Embryonic Development - p. 36 14. Chapter 4: Cleavage and Implantation - p. 55 15. Chapter 5: Formation of Germ Layers and Early Derivatives - p. 74 16. Chapter 6: Establishment of the Basic Embryonic Body Plan - p. 91 17. Chapter 7: Placenta and Extraembryonic Membranes - p. 116 18. Chapter 8: Developmental Disorders: Causes, Mechanisms, and Patterns - p. 135 19. Part II: Development of the Body Systems - p. 153 20. Chapter 9: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems - p. 153 21. Chapter 10: Limb Development - p. 194 22. Chapter 11: Nervous System - p. 217 23. Chapter 12: Neural Crest - p. 256 24. Chapter 13: Sense Organs - p. 271 25. Chapter 14: Head and Neck - p. 297 26. Chapter 15: Digestive and Respiratory Systems and Body Cavities - p. 340 27. Chapter 16: Urogenital System - p. 383 28. Chapter 17: Cardiovascular System - p. 419 29. Chapter 18: Fetal Period and Birth - p. 465 30. Answers to Clinical Vignettes and Review Questions - p. 487 31. Index - p. 492
Bruce Carlson’s Human Embryology and Developmental Biology is one of the most detailed texts available for those who want to truly understand both the morphological and molecular aspects of human embryological development.
Fully updated in its seventh edition, the book provides a thorough grounding in all aspects of embryology. It presents in detail the molecular and cellular basis for embryological processes, from early development through to development of body systems. It covers examples of congenital malformations and their underlying mechanisms, and comes complete with clinical vignettes and review questions to support learning.
This book will suit medical and science students taking embryology courses as well as scientists and clinicians who find themselves returning to this topic throughout their careers.
1. Cover image - p. Cover 2. Title page - p. ii 3. Table of Contents - p. iii 4. Copyright - p. iii 5. Dedication - p. iii 6. Preface to the Seventh Edition - p. iii 7. Developmental Tables - p. iii 8. Part I: Early Developmental and the Fetal-Maternal Relationship - p. iii 9. List of Illustrations - p. iii 10. List of Tables - p. iii 11. Chapter 1: Getting Ready for Pregnancy - p. iii 12. Chapter 2: Transport of Gametes and Fertilization - p. 22.e1 13. Chapter 3: Molecular Basis of and Genetic Methods for Studying Embryonic Development - p. 36 14. Chapter 4: Cleavage and Implantation - p. 55 15. Chapter 5: Formation of Germ Layers and Early Derivatives - p. 74 16. Chapter 6: Establishment of the Basic Embryonic Body Plan - p. 91 17. Chapter 7: Placenta and Extraembryonic Membranes - p. 116 18. Chapter 8: Developmental Disorders: Causes, Mechanisms, and Patterns - p. 135 19. Part II: Development of the Body Systems - p. 153 20. Chapter 9: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems - p. 153 21. Chapter 10: Limb Development - p. 194 22. Chapter 11: Nervous System - p. 217 23. Chapter 12: Neural Crest - p. 256 24. Chapter 13: Sense Organs - p. 271 25. Chapter 14: Head and Neck - p. 297 26. Chapter 15: Digestive and Respiratory Systems and Body Cavities - p. 340 27. Chapter 16: Urogenital System - p. 383 28. Chapter 17: Cardiovascular System - p. 419 29. Chapter 18: Fetal Period and Birth - p. 465 30. Answers to Clinical Vignettes and Review Questions - p. 487 31. Index - p. 492
