General Anatomy

SECTION I: THE HUMAN BODY

1: Human Anatomical Terms

2: Human Form and Structure

3: Human Sexual Characteristics

SECTION II: BODY SYSTEMS AND ORGAN STRUCTURE

4: Skeletal System and Bones

5: Articular System and Joints

6: Muscular System and Muscles

7: Integumental System and Skin

8: Visceral Systems and Viscera

9: Nervous System and Nerves

10: Arterial System and Arteries

11: Venous System and Veins

12: Lymphatic System and Lymph Vessels

SECTION III: BODY REGIONS AND ORGAN POSITION

13: Regions of the Body

14: Arrangement of Body Regions

15: Body Compartments and Fascial Planes

16: Body Wall and Cavities

17: Neurovascular Pathways

SECTION IV: HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND VARIATION

18: Growth and Development

19: Normal Variation

20: Anatomical Variation in Structure

21: Anatomical Variation in Position

22: Pathological Changes

SECTION V: PRACTICAL PERSPECTIVES

23: Surface and Functional Anatomy

24: Radiographic Anatomy and Imaging

25: Sectional Anatomy, CT and MRI

26: Ultrasound Imaging

27: Endoscopic Anatomy

28: Clinical Procedures

29: Postmortem Examination of Organs

30: Cadaver Dissection

Appendix 1: Anatomical Principles

Appendix 2: Clinical Applications

Glossary: Derivation of Terms

Index

An@tomedia: General Anatomy - Principles and Applications integrates both regions and systems in a concise and easily understandable text.This is a practically orientated book that introduces general anatomy concepts to medical, nursing and allied health students.Containing essential information for immediate comprehension of anatomical concepts and principles, over 700 clear illustrations, diagrams and real pictures of dissections further assist clinical understanding.