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 tips; Side-by-side images and explanatory text; Helpful color-coding and consistent formatting throughout; and 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 nervous system and sensory organs, including: In-depth coverage of key topics, including molecular signaling, the interplay between ion channels and transmitters, imaging techniques such as PET, CT, and NMR, and much more with a full updated section on topical neurologic evaluation. -- Publisher
