Human Embryology and Developmental Biology

The completely revised and updated New Edition delivers comprehensive, clearly written coverage of the development of the human embryo from conception to birth. Using a classical morphological approach to embryology, it offers mechanistic explanations for both normal and abnormal human development, enabling readers to understand development in terms of cellular and molecular controls. And, a wealth of reader-friendly features make this resource exceptionally user friendly.

• Features an exceptionally reader-friendly format that includes Clinical Correlations boxes · Clinical Vignettes · timelines which highlight the progression of development · Key Molecules tables · and end-of-chapters summaries.
• Uses a wealth of full-color illustrations to provide a realistic representation of developmental concepts.

• Presents a new chapter that explores the fundamental aspects of molecular mechanisms in development, with coverage of important developmental molecules such as homeobox-containing genes · members of the transforming growth factor family · the fibroblast growth factor family · and the Pax genes.
• Includes new content on two developmentally important molecules: sonic hedgehog and retinoic acid.
• Offers updated material on left-ring asymmetry · major signaling centers in the early embryo · cross-sectional organization of the nervous system · the molecular organization of the gut · and the basis for the early establishment of the vascular system.