The Fundamentals of Human Embryology covers embryonic development, with a unique focus on adult anatomy. Its goal is to impart to students a comprehensive overview of how the human embryo forms, not only as a basis for the student of human anatomy, but also as a link to abnormalities they may encounter in their clinical careers. Extensively illustrated with labeled line drawings, now enlarged for better visibility, this concise manual will meet the needs of both undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Human Sciences. Special features include: • Separate chapters on the neural crest, the skull and osteogenesis • In-depth coverage of head and neck embryology, including the development of the tooth, for students of dentistry, and speech and audiology In this Second Edition of the manual at the request of students and teachers, the authors have made the following changes: • Increased the size of the diagrams • Revised the text to comply with the Federative International Committee on Anatomical Terminology changes to the Terminologia Embryologica • Altered the sequencing of some topics to allow the development to flow more logically • Included an appendix of coloured photographs of congenital abnormalities to help students form a more realistic idea of developmental abnormalities.

The book provides basic fundamental information on development anatomy, which is necessary for understanding the essential features of development of various tissues, organs and human body as a whole. It is supplemented with color diagrams which correlate well with the text for proper understanding of the developmental events. A chapter on Basic Genetics is also included in this book (written by the Genetist, Dr. Arundhati Sharma). The chapter includes the fundamentals of genetics and an overview of genes responsible for diseases, congenital defects and their pattern of inheritance. The chapters have been arranged in such a way that the development events from the time of conception till birth are covered in a sequential manner

This book presents in-depth coverage of both the clinical and molecular biological aspects of human development. It examines the relationship between basic science and embryology, and describes potential clinical disorders arising out of embryologic problems. A strong clinical focus, practical design, and superb artwork-with more than 150 images new to this edition-allow for quick comprehension and easy application of the latest knowledge in this rapidly advancing field. A user-friendly design enables you to review the material in several ways, and online access to Student Consult enhances your study of the subject and exponentially boosts your reference power. Follows a user-friendly design allowing students to review material in flexible ways and instructors to tailor the book to their specific needs. Reflects the most current advances in molecular biology and genetics. Offers chapters with illustrated timelines of the relevant embryologic stage. Contains a high-quality full-color art program, with excellent line diagrams with a three-dimensional aspect, many color photographs of clinical disorders, excellent black and white electronphotomicrographs, and line drawings showing sequential stages of development. Presents clinical cases in each chapter that place the content into a real-life context. Begins each chapter with a summary providing at-a-glance reference to key information. Features Clinical Tasters following the summaries at the start of each chapter that present a clinical case example related to the material for that chapter. Offers new chapters covering morphogenesis and dysmorphogenesis, for expanded explanations of the making of an embryo, focusing on cell-cell signaling pathways. Emphasizes important content through clinical (In the Clinic) and research (In the Lab) boxes - many new to this edition. Concludes each chapter with lists of references for further in-depth study. Includes access to Student Consult at www.studentconsult.com, where you'll find the complete text and illustrations of the book online, and fully searchable . "Integration Links" to bonus content in other Student Consult titles . 200 USMLE-style questions to help you assess your mastery of the material . embryology animations that bring the topic to life . and much more!

This reference on veterinary embryology covers general embryology, i.e. the development from the formation of the gametes over fertilization and initial embryogenesis up to the stage where organ formation is initiated, and special embryology, i.e. the development of the organ systems. Moreover, the book also includes a section on teratology, one on assisted reproductive technologies and one on veterinary and societal aspects. Written with the veterinary student in mind, this textbook is written in an accessible style with high quality colour illustrations and line drawings. Succinct and accessible 300 high-quality colour illustrations Written for undergraduates and invaluable for graduates wishing to brush up

This is the 1st edition of the book Step by Step Protocols in Clinical Embryology and ART. A protocol in Clinical Embryology and ART is presented in a simplified way by creating a step-by-step procedural process with the help of high quality diagrams and coloured photographs. The photographs presented in the book are self-explanatory. Legends with photographs are well appropriate. The text is comprehensive, updated and to the point. The book has 18 chapters. The first chapter deals with setting up of an ART centre. Chapter two provides comprehensive details of selection and preparation of an IVF patient. Subsequent chapters describe semen analysis, role of hormones, embryo transfer, ovum pickup, embryo selection and culture media used, embryo vitrifiction, multiple pregnancy reduction and ethical and legal aspects in ART. A comprehensive index is given at last.

The success of Assisted Reproductive Technology is critically dependent upon the use of well optimized protocols, based upon sound scientific reasoning, empirical observations and evidence of clinical efficacy. Recently, the treatment of infertility has experienced a revolution, with the routine adoption of increasingly specialized molecular biological techniques and advanced methods for the manipulation of gametes and embryos. This textbook – inspired by the postgraduate degree program at the University of Oxford – guides students through the multidisciplinary syllabus essential to ART laboratory practice, from basic culture techniques and micromanipulation to laboratory management and quality assurance, and from endocrinology to molecular biology and research methods. Written for all levels of IVF practitioners, reproductive biologists and technologists involved in human reproductive science, it can be used as a reference manual for all IVF labs and as a textbook by undergraduates, advanced students, scientists and professionals involved in gamete, embryo or stem cell biology.