The Anatomy of the Human Peritoneum and Abdominal Cavity by George S. Huntington

"The Anatomy of the Human Peritoneum and Abdominal Cavity" by George S. Huntington is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the anatomy of the human peritoneum and abdominal cavity, emphasizing the significance of development and comparative anatomy in understanding complex human anatomical structures. It aims to bridge the gap between embryological studies and adult anatomy, offering insights into their interrelationships. The opening of the book introduces readers to its intention to utilize embryology and comparative anatomy as tools to clarify the complexities of adult human anatomy. The author explains the organization of the text and highlights the importance of understanding embryonic development stages in lower vertebrates to elucidate adult anatomical conditions. Huntington sets the stage for a detailed exploration of various aspects of abdominal anatomy, focusing on the anatomy of the peritoneum and its implications on both structure and function. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Huntington, George S. (George Sumner), 1861-1927
LoC No. 03002681
Title The Anatomy of the Human Peritoneum and Abdominal Cavity
Considered from the Standpoint of Development and Comparative Anatomy
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 42.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class QM: Science: Human anatomy
Subject Peritoneum
Subject Abdomen
Category Text
eBook-No. 43350
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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