Textbook of Anatomy Abdomen and Lower Limb; Volume II

Third edition of this book is updated in accordance with the syllabus of anatomy recommended by the Medical Council of India. It covers in detail the anatomy of abdomen and lower limb. Following recent trends of anatomy education, the book in addition to basic information provides knowledge on anatomical/embryological/histological basis of clinical conditions through its features — Clinical Correlation and Clinical Case Study. Written in simple and easy-to-understand language, this profusely illustrated book provides the knowledge of anatomy without extraneous details. The specific learning objectives have been given in the beginning of each chapter to facilitate self-learning by the students.

• Thorough revision of all the chapters
• Detailed exposition on inguinal canal, abdominal organs, prostate and joints of the lower limb
• Clinical Correlations integrated in the text, highlighting practical application of anatomical facts, have been modified extensively
• Improvement and revision in earlier diagrams and tables
• Clinical Case Study at the end of each chapter to initiate interest of students in problem based learning (PBL)
• Additional information of higher academic value presented in a simple way in N.B. to make it more interesting for readers, especially the aspiring postgraduates
• Important facts useful for candidates appearing in various entrance examinations like PGME, USMLE, PLAB, listed under Golden Facts to Remember
• Multiple Choice Questions at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied

1 Introduction and Overview of the Abdomen

2 Osteology of the Abdomen

3 Anterior Abdominal Wall

4 Inguinal Region/Groin

5 Male External Genital Organs

6 Abdominal Cavity and Peritoneum

7 Abdominal Part of Oesophagus, Stomach, and Spleen

8 Liver and Extrahepatic Biliary Apparatus

9 Duodenum, Pancreas, and Portal Vein

10 Small and Large Intestines

11 Kidneys, Ureters and Suprarenal Glands

12 Posterior Abdominal Wall and Associated Structures

13 Pelvis

14 Pelvic Walls, Associated Soft Tissue Structures and Contents

15 Perineum

16 Urinary Bladder and Urethra

17 Male Genital Organs

18 Female Genital Organs

19 Rectum and Anal Canal

20 Surface Anatomy of Abdomen

21 Introduction to the Lower Limb

22 Bones of the Lower Limb

23 Front of the Thigh

24 Medial Side of the Thigh

25 Gluteal Region (Hip and Buttocks)

26 Back of the Thigh and Popliteal Fossa

27 Hip Joint

28 Front of the Leg and Dorsum of the Foot

29 Lateral and Medial Sides of the Leg

30 Back of the Leg

31 Sole of the Foot

32 Arches of the Foot

33 Joints of the Lower Limb

34 Venous and Lymphatic Drainage of the Lower Limb

35 Innervation of the Lower Limb

36 Surface Anatomy of Lower Limb

Multiple Choice Questions

Index