The developing human : clinically oriented embryology / Keith L. Moore, T.V.N. Persaud ; with the collaboration of Mark G. Torchia.

previous editions copyrighted 2003,1998,1993,1988,1982,1977 and 1973

Includes bibliographical references and index.

CONTENTS
1.Introduction to the developing human --
2.The beginning of human development: first week --
3.Formation of bilaminar embryonic disc: second week --
4.Formation of germ layers and early tissue and organ differentiation: third week --
5.Organogenetic period: fourth to eighth weeks --
6.The fetal period: ninth week to birth --
7.the placenta and fetal membranes --
8.Body cavities, mesenteries, and diaphragm --
9.The pharyngeal apparatus --
10.The respiratory system --
11.The digestive system --
12.The urogenital system --
13.The cardiovascular system --
14.The skeletal system --
15.The muscular system --
16.The limbs --
17.The nervous system --
18.The eye and ear --
19.The integumentary system --
20.Congenital anatomical anomalies or human birth defects --
21.Common signaling pathways used during development.

This popular text makes it surprisingly easy to gain an in-depth understanding of human embryology. Engaging and richly illustrated, it examines all aspects of human development, emphasizing both basic concepts and relevant clinical problems. The book presents a week-by-week and stage-by-stage view of how fetal organs and systems develop, why and when birth defects occur, and what roles the placenta and fetal membranes play in development. The comprehensively updated 8th edition comes with access to the complete contents online via Student Consult, plus 18 embryology animations, and additional review questions and answers