Color Atlas of Human Anatomy, Volume 1: Locomotor System
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Platzer, Werner / Spitzer, Gerhard, PUBLISHER: Georg Thieme Verlag, A sound understanding of the structure and function of the human body in all of its intricacies is the foundation of a complete medical education. This classic work makes the task of mastering this vast body of information easier and less daunting with its many user-friendly features: Hundreds of outstanding full-color illustrations Clear organization according to anatomical system Abundant clinical notes Side-by-side images and explanatory text Helpful color-coding and consistent formatting throughout Useful references and suggestions for further reading Emphasizing clinical anatomy, the text integrates current information from an array of medical disciplines into the discussions of the locomotor system, including: General anatomy The systematic anatomy of the locomotor system The topography of peripheral nerves and vessels in relation to the musculoskeletal system Additional features: Each section now includes an overview of anatomical terms and their Latin equivalents An index of proper names for the interested reader Locomotor System and its companions, Volume 2: Internal Organs and Volume 3: Nervous System and Sensory Organs, comprise a must-have resource for students of medicine, dentistry, and all allied health fields. Werner Platzer, MD, is Professor Emeritus and Former Chairman of the Institute of Anatomy, University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.