The developing human : clinically oriented embryology / T.V.N. (Vid) Persaud, Mark G. Torchia.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Persaud, T. V. N., author.

Torchia, Mark G., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Embryology, Human.

Abnormalities, Human.

Embryology.

Teratology.

Medical Subjects:

Embryology.

Teratology.

Physical Description:

xv, 504 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm

Edition:

Twelfth edition.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia, PA : Elsevier, [2025]

Summary:

"Providing an easy-to-digest, comprehensive review of what can be a complex and challenging subject. The Developing Human: Clinically Oriented Embryology, 12th Edition, covers all aspects of normal and abnormal embryonic and fetal development. In a clear, concise manner, this lavishly illustrated text has been extensively revised to incorporate recent research and current clinical practice guidelines, meeting the needs of medical and health sciences students as well as those in graduate programs. Online features include multiple-choice questions and narrated animations further support student success."--Back cover.

Contents:

Introduction to Human Development

First Week of Human Development

Second Week of Human Development

Third Week of Human Development

Fourth to Eighth Week of Human Development

Fetal Period: Ninth Week to Birth

Placenta and Fetal Membranes

Body Cavities, Mesenteries, and Diaphragm

Pharyngeal Apparatus, Face, and Neck

Respiratory System

Alimentary System

Urogenital System

Cardiovascular System

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Development of the Limbs

Nervous System

Development of Eyes and Ears

Integumentary System

Human Birth Defects

Common Signaling Pathways Used During Development

Appendix

Index

Notes:

First edition published in 1973 by Keith L. Moore.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Persaud, T. V. N. Developing human.

ISBN:

9780443116988

0443116989

OCLC:

1467010766

Publisher Number:

90104208599