The Developing Human

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Extensively revised, this edition covers all aspects of normal and abnormal embryonic and fetal development, incorporating recent research and current clinical practice. It is designed for medical and health sciences students, providing a comprehensive review of a complex subject in a clear, concise manner, supported by lavish illustrations. Bonus online features, including multiple-choice questions and narrated animations, enhance student success. The text guides readers through embryo and fetal organ and systems development month by month and stage by stage, featuring full-color photographs of clinical cases and modern medical imaging. New 3D HD color-rendered images and reconstructions of embryos are included. Each chapter presents clinically-oriented problems with answers and explanations to facilitate discussion and learning, along with online self-assessment questions. The book features 18 exceptional color animations with narration to aid understanding of embryological development. Updated information includes annotations on molecular events in embryogenesis, essential for professional examinations, and enhanced clinical material with updated tables and Clinical Case highlights. It also covers significant topics like gene editing (CRISPR/Cas9) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS). An Enhanced eBook version is available, allowing access to the text, figures, and references on various devices.