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Before We Are Born
Essentials of Embryology and Birth Defects
- 10th Edition - November 11, 2019
- Authors: Keith L. Moore, T. V. N. Persaud, Mark G. Torchia
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 6 0 8 4 9 - 7
Covering the essentials of normal and abnormal human development for students in a variety of health science disciplines, Before We Are Born: Essentials of Embryology and Birth… Read more
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Request a sales quoteCovering the essentials of normal and abnormal human development for students in a variety of health science disciplines, Before We Are Born: Essentials of Embryology and Birth Defects, 10th Edition, reflects new research findings and current clinical practice through concise text and abundant illustrations. This edition has been fully updated by the world’s foremost embryologists and is based on the popular text, The Developing Human, written by the same author team. It provides an easily accessible understanding of all of the latest advances in embryology, including normal and abnormal embryogenesis, causes of birth defects, and the role of genes in human development.
- Features streamlined content throughout, numerous photographs of common clinical cases and embryological explanations, didactic illustrations, and nearly 700 USMLE-style questions with full answers and explanations to help prepare for professional exams.
- Includes interactive clinical cases in every chapter that make important connections between human development and clinical practice—ideal for preparing for USMLE Step 1.
- Features access to 18 full-color, expertly narrated animations that guide students through key concepts in learning the complexities of embryologic development.
- Includes many new color photographs, new diagnostic images (3D ultrasound, CT scans, and MR images), an updated teratology section, revised and highlighted information on molecular aspects of developmental biology, and new information on the cellular and molecular basis of embryonic development.
- Follows the official international list of embryological terms (Terminologia Embryonica, 2013).
- Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
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- Cover image
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Award
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Get the Most Out of Before We Are Born 10th Edition!
- 1 Introduction to Human Development
- Importance of and Advances in Embryology
- Descriptive Terms
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 2 Human Reproduction
- Reproductive Organs
- Gametogenesis
- Female Reproductive Cycles
- Transportation of Gametes
- Maturation of Sperms
- Viability of Oocytes and Sperms
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 3 First Week of Human Development
- Fertilization
- Cleavage of Zygote
- Formation of Blastocyst
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 4 Second Week of Human Development
- Formation of Amniotic Cavity, Embryonic Disc, and Umbilical Vesicle
- Development of Chorionic Sac
- Implantation Sites of Blastocysts
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 5 Third Week of Human Development
- Gastrulation: Formation of Germ Layers
- Neurulation: Formation of the Neural Tube
- Development of Somites
- Development of Intraembryonic Coelom
- Early Development of Cardiovascular System
- Development of Chorionic Villi
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 6 Fourth to Eighth Weeks of Human Development
- Folding of Embryo
- Germ Layer Derivatives
- Control of Embryonic Development
- Estimation of Embryonic Age
- Highlights of the Fourth to Eighth Weeks
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 7 Fetal Period
- Highlights of Fetal Period
- Factors Influencing Fetal Growth
- Procedures for Assessing Fetal Status
- Neonatal Period
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 8 Placenta and Fetal Membranes
- Placenta
- Amniochorionic Membrane
- Parturition
- Amnion and Amniotic Fluid
- Umbilical Vesicle
- Allantois
- Multiple Pregnancies
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 9 Body Cavities, Mesenteries, and Diaphragm
- Embryonic Body Cavity
- Development of Diaphragm
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 10 Pharyngeal Apparatus, Face, and Neck
- Pharyngeal Arches
- Pharyngeal Pouches
- Pharyngeal Grooves
- Pharyngeal Membranes
- Development of Thyroid Gland
- Development of Tongue
- Development of Salivary Glands
- Development of Face
- Development of Nasal Cavities
- Development of Palate
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 11 Respiratory System
- Development of Larynx
- Development of Trachea
- Development of Bronchi and Lungs
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 12 Alimentary System
- Foregut
- Development of Spleen
- Midgut
- Hindgut
- Enteric Nervous System
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 13 Urogenital System
- Development of Urinary System
- Development of Suprarenal Glands
- Development of Genital System
- Development of Inguinal Canals
- Relocation of Testes and Ovaries
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 14 Cardiovascular System
- Early Development of Heart and Blood Vessels
- Later Development of Heart
- Birth Defects of Heart and Great Vessels
- Derivatives of Pharyngeal Arch Arteries
- Pharyngeal Arch Arterial Birth Defects
- Fetal and Neonatal Circulation
- Development of the Lymphatic System
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 15 Musculoskeletal System
- Skeletal System
- Development of Cartilage and Bone
- Development of Joints
- Development of Axial Skeleton
- Development of Appendicular Skeleton
- Muscular System
- Development of Limbs
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 16 Nervous System
- Development of Nervous System
- Development of Spinal Cord
- Birth Defects of Spinal Cord
- Development of Brain
- Congenital Anomalies of Brain
- Development of Peripheral Nervous System
- Development of Autonomic Nervous System
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 17 Development of Eyes and Ears
- Development of Eyes and Related Structures
- Development of Ears
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 18 Integumentary System
- Development of Skin and Appendages
- Development of Hairs
- Development of Nails
- Development of Mammary Glands
- Development of Teeth
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 19 Human Birth Defects
- Teratology: Study of Abnormal Development
- Birth Defects Caused by Genetic Factors*
- Birth Defects Caused by Environmental Factors
- Birth Defects Caused by Multifactorial Inheritance
- Clinically Oriented Questions
- 20 The Cellular and Molecular Basis of Development
- Intercellular Communication
- Morphogens
- Receptor Tyrosine Kinases
- Notch-Delta Pathway
- Transcription Factors
- Epigenetics
- Stem Cells: Differentiation Versus Pluripotency
- Gene Editing
- Summary of Common Signaling Pathways Used During Development
- Bibliography and Suggested Reading
- Appendix: Answers to Clinically Oriented Questions
- Index
- No. of pages: 350
- Language: English
- Edition: 10
- Published: November 11, 2019
- Imprint: Saunders
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323608497
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Keith L. Moore
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus, Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery, Former Professor and Chair, Department of Anatomy and Associate Dean for Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Former Professor and Head of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, CanadaTP
T. V. N. Persaud
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus and Former Head, Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, Professor of Pediatrics and Child Health, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Visiting Professor of Anatomy and Embryology, St. George’s University, Grenada, West IndiesMT
Mark G. Torchia
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor and Director of Development, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Director of Centre for Advancement of Teaching and Learning, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada