Gary C. Schoenwolf, Steven B. Bleyl, Philip R. Brauer, Philippa H. Francis-West
English | 2021 | Original PDF | 571 Pages
ISBNs: B08PVR9GX1, 032369604X, 0323811396, 0323696864, 9780323696869, 9780323696043, 9780323811392, 978-0323696869, 978-0323696043, 978-0323811392, 978-0-323696043
Offering a well-organized, straightforward approach to a highly
complex subject, Larsen’s Human Embryology, 6th Edition, provides
easy-to-read, comprehensive coverage of human embryonic development for
today’s students. It integrates anatomy and histology with cellular
and molecular mechanisms, focusing on both normal development and
congenital anomalies. Highly illustrated with superb drawings and
photographs, it features a strong clinical focus based on the most
up-to-date scientific discoveries and understanding.
Contains
new information on gene editing via CRISPr technology, organoids and
the study of human disease, transcription factors and signaling
pathways, and single cell sequencing.
Includes clinical scenarios that describe prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of human birth defects and disease.
Features
a superior art program, online animations, and high-quality drawings
and photographs throughout—ideal for today’s visual learners.
Includes a strong clinical emphasis through the use of Clinical Tasters, Embryology in Practice, and In the Clinic sections.
Provides
additional information on mechanisms of development and research
approaches and strategies to establish these mechanisms with In the
Research Lab sections.
Begins each chapter with an overview of main points as well as a graphical summary, with key terms listed in bold type.
Covers
the embryology information that today’s medical students need to know
for Board exams, clinics, and more, in a readable, straightforward
manner.