Human embryology and developmental biology /
Bruce M. Carlson.
- 3rd edition
- St. Louis, Mo. : Mosby, c2004.
- xv, 527 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Part. I. Early Development and the Fetal-Maternal Relationship. 1. Getting Ready for Pregnancy. 2. Transport of Gametes and Fertilization. 3. Cleavage and Implantation. 4. Molecular basis for embryonic development 5. Formation of Germ Layers and Early Derivatives. 6. Establishment of the Basic Embryonic Body Plan. 7. Placenta and Extraembryonic Membranes. 8. Developmental Disorders: Causes, Mechanisms, and Patterns
Part. II. Development of the Body Systems. 9. Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems. 10. Limb Development. 11. Nervous System. 12. Neural Crest. 13. Sense Organs. 14. Head and Neck. 15. Digestive and Respiratory Systems and Body Cavities. 16. Urogenital System. 17. Cardiovascular System. 18. Fetal Period and Birth
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Embryology, Human. Developmental biology. Human growth. Embryo and Fetal Development--physiology.