BONUS PLATES s BP1 Degenerative Changes in the Cervical Vertebrae BP2 Atlanto-occipital Junction BP3 Muscles of Facial Expression: Anterior View e BP4 Subclavian Artery BP5 Sympathetic Nervous System: General Topography BP6 Parasympathetic Nervous System: General Topography BP7 Cholinergic and Adrenergic Synapses: Schema BP8 Spinal Cord Cross Sections: Fiber Tracts t BP9 Cervical Ribs and Related Anomalies BP10 Muscles of Respiration BP11 Pulmonary Arteries and Veins BP12 Coronary Arteries and Cardiac Veins: Variations a BP13 Arteries of Esophagus: Variations BP14 Intrinsic Nerves and Variations in Nerves of Esophagus BP15 Lumbar Vertebrae: Radiographs BP16 Thorax: Tracheal Bifurcation, Left Atrium (Coronal Section: Midaxillary Line) l BP17 Inguinal and Femoral Regions BP18 Indirect Inguinal Hernia BP19 Variations in Position and Contour of Stomach in Relation to Body Habitus P BP20 Some Variation in Posterior Peritoneal Attachment of Cecum BP21 Sigmoid Colon: Variations in Position BP22 Topography of Liver BP23 Variations in Form of Liver BP24 Liver Segments and Lobes: Vessel and Duct Distribution BP25 Variations in Cystic, Hepatic, and Pancreatic Ducts BP26 Variations in Pancreatic Duct BP27 Variations in Hepatic Arteries BP28 Variations in Cystic Arteries s BP29 Variations in Celiac Trunk BP30 Variations in Colic Arteries – Part I BP31 Variations in Colic Arteries – Part II BP32 Variations and Anomalies of Hepatic Portal Vein BP33 Lymph Vessels and Nodes of Liver u BP34 Variations in Renal Artery and Vein BP35 Abdomen Cross Section: Illeocecal Junction BP36 Abdomen Cross Section: Sacral Promontory BP37 Female Urethra BP38 Ligaments of Wrist n BP39 Ovary, Ova, and Follicles BP40 Variations in Hymen BP41 Nephron and Collecting Tubule: Schema BP42 Blood Vessels in Parenchyma of Kidney: Schema BP43 Schematic Cross Section of Abdomen at Middle T12 o BP44 Vertebral Veins: Detail Showing Venous Communications BP45 Vertebral Ligaments BP46 Tympanic Cavity BP47 Cross Section through Prostate BP48 Muscle Attachments of Ribs BP49 Coronary Arteries: Right Anterior Oblique Views B BP50 Male and Female Cystourethrograms BP51 Layers of Duodenal Wall BP52 Arteries of Upper Limb BP53 Arteries of Lower Limb BP54 Leg: Serial Cross Sections Atlas of Human Anatomy Sixth Edition Frank H. 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Fogg, PhD Professor and Chair Poitiers, France William Hunter Senior Lecturer in Department of Anatomical Sciences Anatomy Dean of Research, School of Medicine Andreas H. Weiglein, MD School of Life Sciences St. George’s University Professor University of Glasgow Grenada, West Indies Vice Chair, Institute of Anatomy Glasgow, UK Medical University of Graz Lucia Manzoli, MD Graz, Austria Professor, Department of Anatomical Sciences University of Bologna Bologna, Italy Netter’s Atlas of Human Anatomy – Celebrating 25 Years “Anatomy, of course, does not change, but our understand- and perspectives that elucidate complex anatomic relation- ing of anatomy and its clinical significance does.” ships. This edition also includes the illustrations from older – Frank H. Netter, MD editions of the Atlas, like Dr. Netter’s depictions of common anatomic variations (in electronic editions and print+electronic Whether you’re using this 6th edition of Atlas of Human packages) as bonus plates to help provide more comprehen- Anatomy in print, as an e-Book, online, or in the Netter’s sive coverage that dissection lab hours may not allow. For the Anatomy Atlas for iPad app—Dr. Netter’s paintings of the first time, the Atlas incorporates muscle tables as quick intricacies of the human form remain as relevant today as look-up appendices at the end of each section for the conve- at first launch. The publication of the 6th edition marks the nience of the clinician, student, or educator with little time. silver anniversary of the first release of Frank H. Netter’s StudentConsult.com and NetterReference.com electronic Atlas of Human Anatomy—when its vibrant colors and resources include some 3D models extracted from Netter’s unique clinical perspective made it a must-have companion 3D Interactive Anatomy, dissection video selections from Net- in anatomy classes, dissection labs, and clinical professional ter’s Online Dissection Modules by UNC at Chapel Hill, and offices worldwide—solidifying his legacy to so many as one other supporting resources. In addition, all text throughout of the world’s most influential medical educators. the Atlas has been meticulously updated to be in line with the Anatomy remains a cornerstone of healthcare educa- most recent version of Terminologia Anatomica by the tion. It is often one of the first topics taught in medical or Federal International Program for Anatomical Terminology healthcare curricula. Anatomy is also central to so much in (FIPAT) of the International Federation of Associations of clinical practice, from physical examination and radiologic Anatomists (IFAA). imaging to surgery and physical rehabilitation. However, The unique visual perspective of Frank H. Netter is changes in anatomy education and its clinical application unsurpassed. Dr. Netter brought the hand of a master medical over these past 25 years have been significant. Medical and illustrator, the brain of a physician, and the soul of an artist healthcare curricula increasingly integrate anatomy through- to his depictions of the human body. This 25th anniversary out and dedicated gross-anatomy hours have decreased. edition celebrates the lasting impact of his work that contin- Some programs have discontinued full-body dissection. ues to teach and inspire. Advances in imaging technology have provided increasingly We want to hear from you—about the history clearer views of living anatomy, and 3D models of anatomy and future of anatomy education and medicine and the continue to evolve. Likewise, the Atlas has evolved. Thanks Netter legacy and invite you to share your thoughts, inspira- to the tremendous guidance of leading clinical anatomists tions, memories, tributes, and feedback with us through and expert anatomy educators, as well as the contributions email: [email protected] and on Facebook: of talented medical illustrators, the 6th edition features newly www.facebook.com/NetterImages created illustrations and modern radiologic images that provide students with views of current clinical significance Frank H. Netter, MD Photograph by James L. Clayton