Textbook of Anatomy Head, Neck, and Brain; Volume III (3rd Revised Edition)

Description

The Third edition of this volume is updated in accordance with the syllabus of Anatomy recommended by the Medical Council of India. It covers in detail the anatomy of abdomen and lower limb. Following recent trends of anatomy education, the book in addition to basic information provides knowledge on anatomical, embryological, and histological basis of clinical conditions through its features – Clinical Correlation and Clinical Case Study. Written in simple and easy-to-understand language, this profusely illustrated book provides knowledge of anatomy without extraneous details – ideal for undergraduate medical and dental students. It is highly recommended for those preparing for various entrance examinations, like PG entrance, USMLE, PLAB, etc.

Key Features

• Thorough revision of all the chapters
• Detailed exposition on oral cavity and cranial nerves
• Clinical Correlations integrated in the text, highlighting practical application of anatomical facts, have been modified extensively
• Improvement and revision in earlier diagrams and tables
• Clinical Case Study at the end of each chapter to initiate interest of students in problem based learning (PBL)
• Additional information of higher academic value presented in a simple way in N.B. to make it more interesting for readers,
• especially the aspiring postgraduates
• Important facts useful for candidates appearing in various entrance examinations like PGME, USMLE, PLAB, listed under Golden
• Facts to Remember
• Multiple Choice Questions at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied

New to this Edition

• Includes new chapter on surface anatomy
  Addition of many new line diagrams, CT and MRI images, tables, flowcharts to facilitate greater retention of knowledge
• Additional Feature
• Complimentary access to full e-book

Table of Contents

1. Preface
2. Acknowledgments
   1. 1 Introduction and Overview of the Abdomen
   2. 2 Osteology of the Abdomen
   3. 3 Anterior Abdominal Wall
   4. 4 Inguinal Region/Groin
   5. 5 Male External Genital Organs
   6. 6 Abdominal Cavity and Peritoneum
   7. 7 Abdominal Part of Esophagus, Stomach, and Spleen
   8. 8 Liver and Extrahepatic Biliary Apparatus
   9. 9 Duodenum, Pancreas, and Portal Vein
   10. 10 Small and Large Intestines
   11. 11 Kidneys, Ureters, and Suprarenal Glands
   12. 12 Posterior Abdominal Wall and Associated Structures
   13. 13 Pelvis
   14. 14 Pelvic Walls and Associated Soft Tissue Structures
   15. 15 Perineum
   16. 16 Urinary Bladder and Urethra
   17. 17 Male Genital Organs
   18. 18 Female Genital Organs
   19. 19 Rectum and Anal Canal
   20. 20 Surface Anatomt of Abdomen
   21. 21 Introduction to the Lower Limb
   22. 22 Bones of the Lower Limb
   23. 23 Front of the Thigh
   24. 24 Medial Side of the Thigh
   25. 25 Gluteal Region
   26. 26 Back of the Thigh and Popliteal Fossa
   27. 27 Hip Joint
   28. 28 Front of the Leg and Dorsum of the Foot
   29. 29 Lateral and Medial Sides of the Leg
   30. 30 Back of the Leg
   31. 31 Sole of the Foot
   32. 32 Arches of the Foot
   33. 33 Joints of the Lower Limb
   34. 34 Venous and Lymphatic Drainage of the Lower Limb
   35. 35 Innervation of the Lower Limb
   36. 36 Surface Anatomy of the Lower Limb
   37. Appendix: Multiple Choice Questions
   38. Index

Author Biography

Vishram Singh is presently Professor and Head, Department of Anatomy, and Member of the Academic Council and Core Committee PhD Course, Santosh Medical College, Santosh University, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. He is also Editor-in-Chief, Journal of the Anatomical Society of India. He holds MBBS and MS (Anatomy) degrees from King George’s Medical College, Lucknow, UP. Professor Singh has been teaching anatomy to undergraduate and postgraduate students at several colleges and institutes like King George’s Medical College, and All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, and has been an examiner to various colleges and universities. He has more than 40 years of experience in teaching, research, and clinical practice. He is the recipient of The Best Teacher and Researcher Award from Al-Arab Medical University, Benghazi, Libya. He is an expert in anatomy and has more than 15 books to his credit and published several research articles in national and international journals.