Langman's medical embryology, with Simbryo CD-ROM (9^th Ed.)

First published in 1963, this comprehensive text on embryology has long been respected for its scientific authority, pedagogy, and clinical relevance to medical education. Known for its outstanding illustrations and clear and concise writing, the text covers almost all aspects of embryology that would be of interest to medical students and their instructors. The Ninth Edition follows the organization of previous editions, first structured by chronology and then by system. New to this edition are 30 additional illustrations and clinical images, as well as a chapter on prenatal diagnosis and birth defects. Also included is Simbryo, an electronic supplement consisting of Flash animation showing the evolution of early embryonic development.

Part One General Embryology 1 Gametogenesis: Conversion of Germ Cells Into Male and Female Gametes 2 First Week of Development: Ovulation to Implantation 3 Second Week of Development: Bilaminar Germ Disc 4 Third Week of Development: Trilaminar Germ Disc 5 Third to Eighth Weeks: The Embryonic Period 6 Third Month to Birth: The Fetal Period 7 Birth Defects & Prenatal Diagnosis Part Two Special Embryology 8 Skeletal System 9 Muscular System 10 Body Cavities 11 Cardiovascular System 12 Respiratory System 13 Digestive System 14 Urogenital System 15 Head and Neck 16 Ear 17 Eye 18 Integumentary System 19 Central Nervous System Part Three Appendix Answers to Problems Figure and Table Credits Index