Crash Course Anatomy and Physiology
For the MLA and Medical Exams
6th Edition
Published on 20. November 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-0-443-24987-7 (ISBN)
Description
Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success.
A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.
Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package.
Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of anatomy and physiology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!
This new edition is fully updated with vital content on transgender anatomy, detailed pelvic structures, and a comprehensive women's health section. Gain crucial insights into menopausal transitions, pregnancy, and labor physiology.
Prepare with confidence, fully covering the core syllabus
Written by students and junior doctors/residents, quality-assured by expert Faculty Advisors
Updated self-assessment section aligned with latest guidelines
A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.
Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package.
Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of anatomy and physiology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!
This new edition is fully updated with vital content on transgender anatomy, detailed pelvic structures, and a comprehensive women's health section. Gain crucial insights into menopausal transitions, pregnancy, and labor physiology.
Prepare with confidence, fully covering the core syllabus
Written by students and junior doctors/residents, quality-assured by expert Faculty Advisors
Updated self-assessment section aligned with latest guidelines
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Series
Edition
6th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Weight
740 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-24987-7 (9780443249877)
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Samuel Hall | Jonny Stephens
Crash Course Anatomy and Physiology
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12/2018
5th Edition
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Philip Xiu a GP Registrar, Yorkshire Deanery, Leeds, UK.
Content
Series editor's foreword
Preface
Series editor's acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
Special acknowledgements to digital artists
1 Introduction
Overview of the book
Cell
Levels of organization in the body
Physiology of the blood and body fluids
Descriptive anatomical terms
2 Head and neck
Overview of the head and neck
Skull
Cellular physiology of the nervous system
The process of nervous transmission
Orbit
Nose
Face
Parotid region
Temporal and infratemporal fossa
Ear and vestibular apparatus
Oral cavity
Neck
Midline structures of the neck
3 Thorax
Overview of the thorax
Surface anatomy of the thorax
Thoracic wall
Thoracic cavity
Pleurae and lungs
Cardiac cycle
Structure and function of the blood vessels
Lymph and the lymphatic system
Control of the cardiovascular system
Cardiovascular receptors and central control
Regulation of circulation in individual tissues
Computed tomography scanning of the thorax and angiography of the great vessels
Electrocardiography
Ventilation and gaseous exchange
Surface tension and surfactant
Gaseous exchange in the lungs
Lung perfusion
Gas transport in the blood
Control of respiratory function
4 Abdomen
Overview of the gastrointestinal system
Arterial supply of the gut
Venous drainage of the gut
Nerve supply of the gut
Lymphatic drainage of the gut
Anterior abdominal wall
Posterior abdominal wall
Peritoneum
Upper gastrointestinal system
Stomach
Liver, gallbladder and biliary tract
Pancreas
Small intestine
Large intestine
Spleen
Kidneys and ureters
Renal tubules, loop of henle and collecting ducts
Loop of henle
Renal functions and homoeostasis
Organization of the suprarenal glands
5 Pelvis
Overview of the pelvis
Structure of the pelvis
Functions of the reproductive system
Pelvic wall and bony pelvis
Pelvic contents
Perineum
Lymphatic drainage of the pelvis and perineum
Transgender anatomy
6 Musculoskeletal system
Overview of the musculoskeletal system
Physiology of skeletal muscle
Skeletal muscle contraction
Muscle function and motor control
Bone
Upper limb
Surface anatomy of the upper limb
Bones and joints of the upper limb
Muscles of the upper limb
Nerve supply to the upper limb
Arterial supply to the upper limb
Venous drainage of the upper limb
Lymphatic drainage of the upper limb
Special regions of the upper limb
Regions and components of the lower limb
Surface anatomy of the lower limb
Bones and joints of the lower limb
Muscles and tendons of the lower limb
Nerve supply to the lower limb
Arterial supply to the lower limb
Venous drainage of the leg
Lymphatic drainage of the lower limb
Special regions of the lower limb
Vertebral column
MLA Single Best Answer (SBA) questions
MLA SBA answers
Glossary
Index
Preface
Series editor's acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
Special acknowledgements to digital artists
1 Introduction
Overview of the book
Cell
Levels of organization in the body
Physiology of the blood and body fluids
Descriptive anatomical terms
2 Head and neck
Overview of the head and neck
Skull
Cellular physiology of the nervous system
The process of nervous transmission
Orbit
Nose
Face
Parotid region
Temporal and infratemporal fossa
Ear and vestibular apparatus
Oral cavity
Neck
Midline structures of the neck
3 Thorax
Overview of the thorax
Surface anatomy of the thorax
Thoracic wall
Thoracic cavity
Pleurae and lungs
Cardiac cycle
Structure and function of the blood vessels
Lymph and the lymphatic system
Control of the cardiovascular system
Cardiovascular receptors and central control
Regulation of circulation in individual tissues
Computed tomography scanning of the thorax and angiography of the great vessels
Electrocardiography
Ventilation and gaseous exchange
Surface tension and surfactant
Gaseous exchange in the lungs
Lung perfusion
Gas transport in the blood
Control of respiratory function
4 Abdomen
Overview of the gastrointestinal system
Arterial supply of the gut
Venous drainage of the gut
Nerve supply of the gut
Lymphatic drainage of the gut
Anterior abdominal wall
Posterior abdominal wall
Peritoneum
Upper gastrointestinal system
Stomach
Liver, gallbladder and biliary tract
Pancreas
Small intestine
Large intestine
Spleen
Kidneys and ureters
Renal tubules, loop of henle and collecting ducts
Loop of henle
Renal functions and homoeostasis
Organization of the suprarenal glands
5 Pelvis
Overview of the pelvis
Structure of the pelvis
Functions of the reproductive system
Pelvic wall and bony pelvis
Pelvic contents
Perineum
Lymphatic drainage of the pelvis and perineum
Transgender anatomy
6 Musculoskeletal system
Overview of the musculoskeletal system
Physiology of skeletal muscle
Skeletal muscle contraction
Muscle function and motor control
Bone
Upper limb
Surface anatomy of the upper limb
Bones and joints of the upper limb
Muscles of the upper limb
Nerve supply to the upper limb
Arterial supply to the upper limb
Venous drainage of the upper limb
Lymphatic drainage of the upper limb
Special regions of the upper limb
Regions and components of the lower limb
Surface anatomy of the lower limb
Bones and joints of the lower limb
Muscles and tendons of the lower limb
Nerve supply to the lower limb
Arterial supply to the lower limb
Venous drainage of the leg
Lymphatic drainage of the lower limb
Special regions of the lower limb
Vertebral column
MLA Single Best Answer (SBA) questions
MLA SBA answers
Glossary
Index