| Introduction |
General Anatomy-Principles and Applications is the first book published from the An@tomedia modular learning resource. Designed as an introduction to the principles of anatomy, General Anatomy ensures complete understanding of the foundations of anatomical knowledge and its practical orientation. |
| Description |
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. |
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| Author Biography |
Dr Norman Eizenberg (MBBS) is a senior lecturer in anatomy at the University of Melbourne and a general medical practitioner. He was awarded the 2000 Universitas 21 teaching fellowship for educational innovation, in recognition of his work on an@tomedia and the 2006 Meritorious Service Award from the Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons. Dr Christopher Briggs (DipEd, BSc, MSc, PhD) is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the University of Melbourne. He is also a forensic osteologist and has a PhD in exercise physiology. Dr Dr Craig Adams, B.Sci. (Hons.), B.Med.Sci., M.B., B.S. (Hons) Head of Anatomy, Deputy Chair BCS Committee The University of Notre Dame & St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney. Dr.Gerard Ahern (MBBS) is prosector and postgraduate co-ordinator at Monash University. He holds honourary positions at Oceania University and the University of Melbourne.
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| Table of Contents |
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 |
