Main description:

The second edition of this book is thoroughly updated in accordance with the syllabus of Embryology recommended by the Medical Council of India. Written in simple and easy-to-understand language, this profusely illustrated book provides the essential knowledge of embryology without extraneous details. The specific learning objectives have been given at the beginning of each chapter to facilitate self-learning by the students.

Salient Features

Inclusion of new features such as learning objectives, timing of key developmental events facilitate to focus on important facts

Thorough revision of the chapters on cell division and gametogenesis, extraembryonic membranes, developments of face, nose and palate; cardiovascular system, urogenital system
Present applications of embryology in clinical practice
Inclusion of new diagrams and improvement in earlier diagrams for easy understanding and reproducibility
Addition of an appendix on embryological structures and their derivatives help in quick recall
Core competencies prescribed by the MCI are covered and competency codes are included in the text

Online Features

Complimentary access to online animations, chapter-wise image bank along with the complete e-book

Thorough revision of the chapters on cell division and gametogenesis, extraembryonic membranes, developments of face, nose and palate; cardiovascular system, urogenital system

Core competencies prescribed by the MCI are covered and competency codes are included in the text

Contents:

Preface to the Second Edition

Preface to the First Edition

Acknowledgments

Introduction to Human Embryology
Reproductive System
Cell Division and Gametogenesis
Fertilization and Formation of Germ Layers
Formation of Primitive Streak, Notochord, Neural Tube, Subdivisions of Intraembryonic Mesoderm, and Folding of Embryo
Extraembryonic Membranes and Twinning
Integumentary System
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Pharyngeal Apparatus
Development of Tongue and Thyroid
Development of Face, Nose, and Palate
Digestive Tract
Major Digestive Glands and Spleen
Development of Oral Cavity (Mouth)
Respiratory System
Body Cavities and Diaphragm
Development of Heart
Development of Blood Vessels
Development of Urinary System
Genital System
Development of Nervous System
Pituitary, Pineal, and Adrenal Glands
Eye and Ear
Medical Genetics
Application of Embryology in Clinical Practice

Multiple Choice Questions

Figure Credits

Index