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Index
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
Preface to the Fifth Edition
Developmental Tables
Part I: Early Development and the Fetal-Maternal Relationship
Chapter 1: Getting Ready for Pregnancy
Gametogenesis
Preparation of the Female Reproductive Tract for Pregnancy
Hormonal Interactions Involved with Reproduction in Males
Summary
Chapter 2: Transport of Gametes and Fertilization
Ovulation and Egg and Sperm Transport
Fertilization
Summary
Chapter 3: Cleavage and Implantation
Cleavage
Embryo Transport and Implantation
Summary
Chapter 4: Molecular Basis for Embryonic Development
Fundamental Molecular Processes in Development
Summary
Chapter 5: Formation of Germ Layers and Early Derivatives
Two-Germ-Layer Stage
Gastrulation and the Three Embryonic Germ Layers
Induction of the Nervous System
Cell Adhesion Molecules
Summary
Chapter 6: Establishment of the Basic Embryonic Body Plan
Development of the Ectodermal Germ Layer
Development of the Mesodermal Germ Layer
Development of the Endodermal Germ Layer
Basic Structure of a 4-Week-Old Embryo
Summary
Chapter 7: Placenta and Extraembryonic Membranes
Extraembryonic Tissues
Chorion and Placenta
Placental Physiology
Placenta and Membranes in Multiple Pregnancies
Summary
Chapter 8: Developmental Disorders: Causes, Mechanisms, and Patterns
General Principles
Causes of Malformations
Developmental Disturbances Resulting in Malformations
Summary
Part II: Development of the Body Systems
Chapter 9: Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems
Integumentary System
Skeleton
Muscular System
Summary
Chapter 10: Limb Development
Initiation of Limb Development
Regulative Properties and Axial Determination
Outgrowth of Limb Bud
Morphogenetic Control of Early Limb Development
Development of Limb Tissues
Summary
Chapter 11: Nervous System
Establishment of the Nervous System
Early Shaping of the Nervous System
Histogenesis Within the Central Nervous System
Craniocaudal Pattern Formation and Segmentation
Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Later Structural Changes in the Central Nervous System*
Ventricles, Meninges, and Cerebrospinal Fluid Formation
Cranial Nerves
Development of Neural Function
Summary
Chapter 12: Neural Crest
Developmental History of the Neural Crest
Major Divisions of the Neural Crest
Summary
Chapter 13: Sense Organs
Eye
Ear
Summary
Chapter 14: Head and Neck
Early Development of the Head and Neck
Establishing the Pattern of the Craniofacial Region
Development of the Facial Region
Development of the Pharynx and Its Derivatives
Summary
Chapter 15: Digestive and Respiratory Systems and Body Cavities
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Body Cavities
Summary
Chapter 16: Urogenital System
Urinary System
Genital System
Sexual Duct System
External Genitalia
Summary
Chapter 17: Cardiovascular System
Development of Blood and the Vascular System
Development and Partitioning of the Heart
Fetal Circulation
Summary
Chapter 18: Fetal Period and Birth
Growth and Form of the Fetus
Fetal Physiology
Parturition
Adaptations to Postnatal Life
Overview
Summary
Answers to Clinical Vignettes and Review Questions
Index
Instructions for online access
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