PRINCIPLES OF ANATOMY

Publisher’s Note vii
Introduction .ix
List of Contributors ..xi
Abdomen . 1
Abortion .. 5
Accidents . 9
Adenoids 14
Adipose Tissue 15
Adrenal Glands . 17
Aging 19
Amputation . 24
Anatomy. 29
Antibodies 33
Anus . 35
Appendix .. 36
Autopsy .. 38
Bile and Bilirubin . 44
Biopsy .. 45
Birth Defects 50
Blood .. 55
Bone Marrow .. 60
Bones and the Skeleton 63
Brain 68
Breasts, Female .. 74
Bronchi .. 78
Carbohydrates 80
Carcinogens . 81
Carotid Arteries . 83
Cartilage 84
Cells . 86
Chest Anatomy .. 91
Childbirth . 97
Chiropractic . 103
Cholesterol 107
Chyme .. 112
Circulation . 113
Collagen.. 117
Colon 118
Conception 120
Connective Tissue . 125
Contraception . 127
Cytology .. 131
Death and Dying 137
Dehydration . 141
Dermatology . 143
Dialysis . 147
Diaphragm. 153
Digestion. 154
Disease . 158
Ears 163
Earwax . 168
Ectopic Pregnancy 169
Embryology .. 171
Enamel . 176
Endocrine Glands . 178
Endocrinology . 179
Endoscopy . 184
Esophagus .. 187
Eyes 188
Fallopian Tubes .. 195
Fascia. 197
Fatty Acids .. 198
Feet 201
Fetus .. 205
Fiber .. 208
First Aid .. 210
Fluids and Electrolytes 213
Forensic Pathology 217
Fractures and Dislocation . 219
Gallbladder 226
Gastrointestinal System .. 228
Genetics and Inheritance . 233
Glands .. 239
Grafts and Grafting .. 244
Growth . 248
Hair 253
Healing 255
Hearing 259
Heart . 263
Hemoglobin . 268
Hippocampus .. 271
Histology . 273
Hormones.. 278
Human Respiratory System . 282
Imaging and Radiology .. 286
Immune System .. 291
In Vitro Fertilization 295
Insulin .. 300
Intestines 303
Joints . 308
Kidneys 312
Knee .. 317
Leptin .. 320
Ligaments .. 321
Lipids 323
Liver .. 328
Longevity 333
Lower Extremities . 333
Lungs 339
Lymph .. 343
Lymphatic System . 344
Macronutrients 349
Melatonin .. 351
Menopause 354
Menstruation 358
Metabolism 364
Microbiology 368
Miscarriage 373
Multiple Births 375
Muscles 380
Mutation . 384
Myoglobin .. 389
Nails .. 391
Nervous System .. 395
Neutrophils .. 400
Ovaries . 402
Pancreas .. 405
Pathology 409
Peristalsis 414
Pharynx .. 419
Physiology .. 420
Pigmentation 424
Pituitary Gland 429
Placenta .. 431
Plasma .. 432
Pregnancy and Gestation .. 433
Premature Birth . 439
Prostate Gland . 442
Prostheses .. 446
Protein . 449
Puberty and Adolescence . 451
Pulse Pressure and Pulse Rate 455
Rape and Sexual Assault 458
Rectum. 461
Reproductive System 462
Respiration 467
Rh Factor 473
Safety Issues for Children . 478
Safety Issues for the Elderly . 485
Semen .. 488
Sense Organs 489
Serology .. 494
Serotonin 497
Sexual Differentiation 499
Skin 504
Sleep . 509
Small Intestine . 513
Smell . 515
Spine, Vertebrae, and Disks . 520
Stem Cells .. 524
Sterilization .. 526
Steroids 530
Stillbirth .. 535
Sweating .. 536
Systems and Organs . 537
Taste .. 543
Tears and Tear Ducts .. 549
Teeth . 551
Testosterone . 556
Thymus Gland . 559
Thyroid Gland . 560
Tonsils .. 564
Touch 566
Trachea 572
Tumors. 574
Umbilical Cord 579
Upper Extremities . 580
Urinary System 586
Uterus .. 591
Vas Deferens . 592
Vision 593
Vitamins and Minerals 596
Vitamins–An Overview 601
Wisdom Teeth . 607
Wounds 608
Glossary .. 611
General Bibliography and Further Reading .. 619
Index . 663

This new resource introduces students and researchers to the fundamentals of anatomy using easy-to-understand language, to provide a solid background, and help readers develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of this important and evolving subject.
Anatomy is the branch of biology that studies the physical structure of organisms and their parts. An ancient art, anatomy has developed greatly through the years, with more recent innovations such as X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasound technology advancing scientists and medical professionals' understanding of the basic structure of humans and other animals.
This edition includes 172 entries arranged in A to Z order to help make finding a topic of interest easy. Entries related to basic principles and concepts include Fields of Study related to the topic; an Abstract that provides a brief, concrete summary of the topic; Key Concepts important to a proper understanding of the topic; a detailed Essay that gives an explanation of the background and significance; and Further Reading lists that relate to each entry.
Entries in Principles of Anatomy range from one to five pages in length. Topics discussed include:
• Gross Anatomy
• Animal Tissues
• Vertebrate Anatomy
• Invertebrate Anatomy
• Advances in Anatomical Technology
• Clinical Anatomy
• Embryology
• Reproductive Health
• Ethics of Anatomical Study
This volume also includes several helpful appendixes, including:
• A Glossary that defines all the key specialized terms used throughout the book
• A comprehensive General Bibliography and list of Further Reading, comprising all the works that the authors drew upon in writing their articles as well as subjects for further study
• A Subject Index, that offers multiple points of entry for the reader

With over 170 essays, this new volume will give readers an overview of bodily structures, the building blocks of life, and major concepts and contemporary issues surrounding the study of anatomy. A must for STEM students at the high school and undergraduate levels.