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A Textbook of Neuroanatomy

Maria A. Patestas (Author), Amanda J. Meyer (Author), Leslie P. Gartner (Author)

9781394237067, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 28 April 2025

576 pages
27.2 x 21.6 x 3 cm, 1.497 kg

Easily master the anatomy and basic physiology of the nervous system in this concise, student-friendly update of this distinguished textbook

A Textbook of Neuroanatomy has long served as the essential student introduction to the anatomy and systems of the brain. Covering brain organization, neural connections, and neural pathways in an accessible style, it contains the fundamental neurophysiology of every major brain area. Now fully updated to reflect the latest research and clinical data, it’s an essential resource for students in the life sciences with an interest in neuroscience.

Readers of the third edition of A Textbook of Neuroanatomy will also find:

  • New photomicrographic presentations of key anatomical structures
  • New clinically-relevant topics in each chapter, including board-style questions
  • Supplemental website incorporating figures, quizzes, bioinformatics worksheets, case studies, and more

A Textbook of Neuroanatomy is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in neuroscience, neurology, and general clinical behavioral neuroscience and neuroanatomy.

Preface xi
Acknowledgments xiii
About the Companion Website xv

Part I General Principles of the Nervous System 1
Chapter 1 Introduction to the Nervous System 3
Chapter 2 Development of the Nervous System 11
Chapter 3 Histophysiology of the Nervous System 32
Chapter 4 Neurotransmitter Substances 49
Chapter 5 Spinal Cord 60
Chapter 6 Gross Anatomy of the Brain 75
Chapter 7 Brainstem 91
Chapter 8 Meninges and Cerebrospinal Fluid 117
Chapter 9 Vascular Supply of the Central Nervous System 133
Chapter 10 Autonomic Nervous System 154
Chapter 11 Spinal Reflexes 173

Part II Integrative Components of the Nervous System 183
Chapter 12 Ascending Sensory Pathways 185
Chapter 13 Motor Cortex and Descending Motor Pathways 231
Chapter 14 Basal Nuclei 255
Chapter 15 Cerebellum 285
Chapter 16 Reticular Formation 310
Chapter 17 Cranial Nerves 323
Chapter 18 Visual System 361
Chapter 19 Auditory System 388
Chapter 20 Vestibular System 405
Chapter 21 Olfactory System 424
Chapter 22 Limbic System 434
Chapter 23 Hypothalamus 453
Chapter 24 Thalamus 480
Chapter 25 Cerebral Cortex 494
Chapter 26 Evolution of the Human Brain 522

Answers to clinical case margin questions 541
Index 545

Subject Areas: Biology, life sciences [PS]
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