Surface Anatomy and Atlas of the Human Body

Author: Guo Zhikun
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Publish Date: 1999-06-01
Features: This book is divided into ten parts: Introduction, Head, Neck, Upper Limb, Chest, Spinal Region, Perineal Region, Lower Limb, and Anthropometry. It systematically and comprehensively elaborates on the relevant content of surface anatomy of the human body. The book provides over 180 color photographs and over 70 perspective and line drawings. In the Introduction section, in addition to explaining the overall structure of the human body, it briefly describes the developmental patterns of the human body. In the Chest and Abdomen sections, the content of common surgical incisions has been added to help readers understand surgical applications. In the Upper Limb and Lower Limb sections, the range of motion of major joints has been included to help readers understand their functions. To fully demonstrate the functional postures of the hands and feet, artistic modeling is frequently used in the photographs to achieve vivid and realistic effects. Surface anatomy can be widely used in basic medicine, clinical medicine, sports medicine, art, and other fields. Therefore, this book is suitable for anatomy teachers, clinical physicians, medical students, and professionals in sports and art; it also has certain value for non-professionals as a reference.