Gray's Anatomy E-Book, 42nd Edition
**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® in Neuroscience**
In 1858, Drs Henry Gray and Henry Vandyke Carter created a book for their surgical colleagues that established an enduring standard among anatomical texts. After more than 160 years of continuous publication, Gray’s Anatomy remains the definitive, comprehensive reference on the subject, offering ready access to the information you need to ensure safe, effective practice.
This 42nd edition has been meticulously revised and updated throughout, reflecting the very latest understanding of clinical anatomy from the world’s leading clinicians and biomedical scientists. The book’s acclaimed, lavish art programme and clear text has been further enhanced, while major advances in imaging techniques and the new insights they bring are fully captured in state of the art X-ray, CT, MR and ultrasonic images.
The accompanying eBook version is richly enhanced with additional content and media, covering all the body regions, cell biology, development and embryogenesis – and now includes two new systems-orientated chapters. This combines to unlock a whole new level of related information and interactivity, in keeping with the spirit of innovation that has characterised Gray’s Anatomy since its inception.
The result is a more complete, practical and engaging resource than ever before, which will prove invaluable to all clinicians who require an accurate, in-depth knowledge of anatomy.
**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® in Neuroscience**
In 1858, Drs Henry Gray and Henry Vandyke Carter created a book for their surgical colleagues that established an enduring standard among anatomical texts. After more than 160 years of continuous publication, Gray’s Anatomy remains the definitive, comprehensive reference on the subject, offering ready access to the information you need to ensure safe, effective practice.
This 42nd edition has been meticulously revised and updated throughout, reflecting the very latest understanding of clinical anatomy from the world’s leading clinicians and biomedical scientists. The book’s acclaimed, lavish art programme and clear text has been further enhanced, while major advances in imaging techniques and the new insights they bring are fully captured in state of the art X-ray, CT, MR and ultrasonic images.
The accompanying eBook version is richly enhanced with additional content and media, covering all the body regions, cell biology, development and embryogenesis – and now includes two new systems-orientated chapters. This combines to unlock a whole new level of related information and interactivity, in keeping with the spirit of innovation that has characterised Gray’s Anatomy since its inception.
The result is a more complete, practical and engaging resource than ever before, which will prove invaluable to all clinicians who require an accurate, in-depth knowledge of anatomy.
Key Features
- Each chapter has been edited by international leaders in their field, ensuring access to the very latest evidence-based information on topics
- Over 150 new radiology images, offering the very latest X-ray, multiplanar CT and MR perspectives, including state-of-the-art cinematic rendering
- The downloadable Expert Consult eBook version included with your (print) purchase allows you to easily search all of the text, figures, references and videos from the book on a variety of devices
- Electronic enhancements include additional text, tables, illustrations, labelled imaging and videos, as well as 21 specially commissioned ‘Commentaries’ on new and emerging topics related to anatomy
- Now featuring two extensive electronic chapters providing full coverage of the peripheral nervous system and the vascular and lymphatic systems
Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780702077074 |
|---|---|
| Main Author | Edited by Susan Standring, PhD, DSc |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Edition Number | 42 |
| Format | eBook |
| Trim | Other |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 0 |
| Publication Date | 22 May 2021 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |
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1. Basic structure and function of cells
2. Integrating cells into tissues
3. Nervous system
4. Blood, lymphoid tissues and haemopoiesis
5. Functional anatomy of the musculoskeletal system
6. Smooth muscle and the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems
7. Skin and its appendages
SECTION 2: EMBRYOGENESIS
8. Preimplantation development
9. Implantation and placentation
10. Cell populations at gastrulation
11. Overarching concepts in development
12. Cell populations at the start of organogenesis
13. Development of the heart and circulation
14. Development of the nervous system
15. Development of the eye
16. Development of the ear
17. Development of the head and neck
18. Development of the back
19. Development of the limbs: overarching concepts
20. Development of the lungs, thorax and respiratory diaphragm
21. Development of the gastrointestinal tract and peritoneal cavity
22. Development of the urogenital system
23. Pre- and postnatal growth and the neonate
SECTION 3: NEUROANATOMY
24. Nervous system: overview
25. Meninges and ventricular system
26. Blood supply of the brain
27. Spinal cord: internal organization
28. Brainstem
29. Cerebellum
30. Diencephalon
31. Basal ganglia
32. Cerebral hemispheres
SECTION 4: HEAD AND NECK
33. Head and neck: overview and surface anatomy
34. The skull
35. Neck
36. Face and scalp
37. Mouth
38. Infratemporal and pterygopalatine fossae and temporomandibular joint
39. Nose, nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses
40. Pharynx
41. Larynx
42. External and middle ear
43. Inner ear
44. Orbit and accessory visual apparatus
45. Eye
SECTION 5: BACK
46. Back
47. Spinal cord and spinal nerves: gross anatomy
SECTION 6: PECTORAL GIRDLE AND UPPER LIMB
48. Pectoral girdle and upper limb: overview and surface anatomy
49. Shoulder girdle and arm
50. Elbow and forearm
51. Wrist and hand
SECTION 7: THORAX
52. Thorax: overview and surface anatomy
53. Chest wall and breast
54. Pleura, lungs, trachea and bronchi
55. Respiratory diaphragm and phrenic nerves
56. Mediastinum
57. Heart
58. Great vessels
SECTION 8: ABDOMEN AND PELVIS
59. Abdomen and pelvis: overview and surface anatomy
60. Anterior abdominal wall
61. Posterior abdominal wall and retroperitoneal space
62. Peritoneum, mesentery and peritoneal cavity Gastrointestinal Tract
63. Abdominal oesophagus and stomach
64. Small intestine
65. Large intestine Abdominal Viscera
66. Liver
67. Gallbladder and biliary tree
68. Pancreas 69. Spleen
70. Suprarenal (adrenal) gland Urogenital System
71. Lesser pelvis and perineum
72. Kidney and ureter
73. Bladder, prostate and urethra
74. Male reproductive system
75. Female reproductive system
SECTION 9: PELVIC GIRDLE AND LOWER LIMB
76. Pelvic girdle and lower limb: overview and surface anatomy
77. Pelvic girdle, hip, gluteal region, and thigh
78. Knee and leg
79. Ankle and foot
"There is no book to compare to Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. This is a unique, all-encompassing treatise on the anatomy of the human body and the clinical relationship of structure to function. Its continual evolution embracing new information and diagnostic techniques will keep this book forever relevant and at the apex of anatomical publications." --© Doody’s Review Service, 2021, Brian R. MacPherson, PhD (University of Kentucky College of Medicine) Score: 100-5 Stars!
Review of the previous edition:
“The newest (2015) and the 41st edition of Gray’s Anatomy is a mirror on the explosion of medical knowledge that has occurred over the past 8 years since the 40th edition was published… the 41st edition of Gray’s Anatomy is the single most important text a radiologist should own. Buy it not only for its practical and intellectual/educational value but to have in your possession—a slice of medical history.” --2016 BMA Awards: Highly Commended, Basic & Clinical Sciences
"The newest (2015) and the 41st edition of Gray’s Anatomy is a mirror on the explosion of medical knowledge that has occurred over the past 8 years since the 40th edition was published… the 41st edition of Gray’s Anatomy is the single most important text a radiologist should own. Buy it not only for its practical and intellectual/educational value but to have in your possession—a slice of medical history." --American Journal of Neuroradiology (March 2016)
