Last's Anatomy, International Edition,

Edition 12 Regional and Applied

Editors: By Chummy S. Sinnatamby, FRCS

Publication Date: 19 Apr 2011

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This regional textbook of anatomy is aimed at trainee surgeons and medical students. Throughout it is rich in applied clinical content, knowledge of which is essential for both clinical examination and surgical procedures. Although regional in approach each chapter is structured to clearly explain the structure and function of the component systems. The author brings his continuing experience of teaching anatomy to trainee surgeons to ensure the contents reflects the changing emphasis of anatomical knowledge now required.

Key Features

Contents continues to evolve to reflect need of trainee surgeons preparing for the MRCS and similar examinations
Continued increase in clinical application and selectivity in anatomical detail
Further refinement of anatomical drawings

New Features

Contents continues to evolve to reflect need of trainee surgeons preparing for the MRCS and similar examinations
Continued increase in clinical application and selectivity in anatomical detail
Further refinement of anatomical drawings

About the author

By Chummy S. Sinnatamby, FRCS, Formerly: Head of Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons of England Member of Court of Examiners, Royal College of Surgeons of England Examiner in Anatomy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Director of Studies in Anatomy, St Catharine’s College and Hughes Hall, Cambridge External Examiner in Anatomy, University of Cambridge External Examiner in Anatomy, Trinity College, University of Dublin

1. Introduction to regional anatomy
Tissues and structures
Nervous system
Embryology
Anatomy of the child

2. Upper limb
Pectoral girdle
Shoulder
Axilla
Breast
Anterior compartment of the arm
Posterior compartment of the arm
Anterior compartment of the forearm
Posterior compartment of the forearm
Wrist and hand
Summary of upper limb innervation
Summary of upper limb nerve injuries
Osteology of the upper limb

3. Lower limb
Anterior compartment of the thigh
Medial compartment of the thigh
Gluteal region and hip joint
Posterior compartment of the thigh
Popliteal fossa and knee joint
Anterior compartment of the leg
Dorsum of the foot
Lateral compartment of the leg
Posterior compartment of the leg
Sole of the foot
Ankle and foot joints
Summary of lower limb innervation
Summary of lower limb nerve injuries
Osteology of the lower limb

4. Thorax
Body wall
Thoracic wall and diaphragm
Thoracic cavity
Superior mediastinum
Anterior mediastinum
Middle mediastinum and heart
Posterior mediastinum
Pleura
Lungs
Osteology of the thorax

5. Abdomen
Anterior abdominal wall
Abdominal cavity
Peritoneum
Development of the gut
Vessels and nerves of the gut
Gastrointestinal tract
Liver and biliary tract
Pancreas
Spleen
Posterior abdominal wall
Kidneys, ureters and suprarenal glands
Pelvic cavity
Rectum
Urinary bladder and ureters in the pelvis
Male internal genital organs
Female internal genital organs and urethra
Pelvic vessels and nerves
Perineum
Male urogenital region
Female urogenital region
Pelvic joints and ligaments
Summary of lumbar and sacral plexuses

6. Head and neck and spine
General topography of the neck
Triangles of the neck
Prevertebral region
Root of the neck
Face
Scalp
Parotid region
Infratemporal region
Pterygopalatine fossa
Nose and paranasal sinuses
Mouth and hard palate
Pharynx and soft palate
Larynx
Orbit and eye
Lymph drainage of head and neck
Temporomandibular joint
Ear
Vertebral column
Osteology of vertebrae
Cranial cavity and meninges
Cranial fossae
Vertebral canal

7. Central nervous system
Forebrain
Brainstem
Cerebellum
Spinal cord
Development of the spinal cord and brainstem nuclei
Summary of cranial nerves
Summary of cranial nerve lesions

8. Osteology of the skull and hyoid bone
Skull
Hyoid bone

Title Reviews

Review of the previous edition:
"well laid-out and the information is easy to understand with an excellent balance of detail, all of which aids memory. In summary, this is a superb new edition of Last's" --www.yoracle.com

ISBN: 9780702033940

Page Count: 560

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Trainee surgeons; Medical students