Written in simple and easy-to-understand language, this profusely illustrated book provides knowledge of anatomy without extraneous details-ideal for undergraduate medical and dental students. It is highly recommended for those preparing for various entrance examinations, like PG entrance, USMLE, PLAB, etc.

The Second Edition of this Volume is updated in accordance with the syllabus of Anatomy recommended by the Medical Council of India. It covers in detail the anatomy of abdomen and lower limb. Following recent trends of anatomy education, the book in addition to basic information provides knowledge on anatomical/embryological/histological basis of clinical conditions through its features - Clinical Correlation and Clinical Case Study.

Key Features

• Detailed exposition on abdominal hernias, joints, and nerve injuries

• Chapters on anterior abdominal wall, inguinal region/groin, male external genital organs, liver and extrahepatic biliary apparatus, kidneys, ureters and suprarenal glands, urinary bladder and urethra, bones of the lower limb, medial side of the thigh, back of the leg, joints of the lower limb, innervation of the lower limb have been revised thoroughly

• Clinical Correlations integrated in the text, highlighting practical application of anatomical facts, have been modified extensively

• Addition of new line diagrams and improvement in earlier diagrams

• Addition of halftone figures to enrich the understanding of clinical correlations

• Inclusion of new tables and flowcharts and revision in earlier tables

• Clinical Case Study at the end of each chapter to initiate interest of students in problem based learning (PBL)

• Additional information of higher academic value presented in a simple way in N.B. to make it more interesting for readers, especially aspiring postgraduates

• Important facts useful for candidates appearing in various entrance examinations like PGME, USMLE, PLAB, listed under Golden Facts to Remember

• Multiple Choice Questions at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied

Introduction and Overview

Chapter 1 Abdomen

Chapter 2 Osteology of the Abdomen

Chapter 3 Anterior Abdominal Wall

Chapter 4 Inguinal Region/Groin

Chapter 5 Male External Genital Organs

Chapter 6 Abdominal Cavity and Peritoneum

Chapter 7 Abdominal Part of Esophagus, Stomach, and Spleen

Chapter 8 Liver and Extrahepatic Biliary Apparatus

Chapter 9 Duodenum, Pancreas, and Portal Vein

Chapter 10 Small and Large Intestines

Chapter 11 Kidneys, Ureters, and Suprarenal Glands

Chapter 12 Posterior Abdominal Wall and Associated Structures

Chapter 13 Pelvis

Chapter 14 Pelvic Walls and Associated Soft Tissue Structures

Chapter 15 Perineum

Chapter 16 Urinary Bladder and Urethra

Chapter 17 Male Genital Organs

Chapter 18 Female Genital Organs

Chapter 19 Rectum and Anal Canal

Chapter 20 Introduction to the Lower Limb

Chapter 21 Bones of the Lower Limb

Chapter 22 Front of the Thigh

Chapter 23 Medial Side of the Thigh

Chapter 24 Gluteal Region

Chapter 25 Back of the Thigh and Popliteal Fossa

Chapter 26 Hip Joint

Chapter 27 Front of the Leg and Dorsum of the Foot

Chapter 28 Lateral and Medial Sides of the Leg

Chapter 29 Back of the Leg

Chapter 30 Sole of the Foot

Chapter 31 Arches of the Foot

Chapter 32 Joints of the Lower Limb

Chapter 33 Venous and Lymphatic Drainage of the Lower Limb

Chapter 34 Innervation of the Lower Limb

Multiple Choice Questions

Index