Color Atlas of Anatomy: A Photographic Study of the Human Body (Color Atlas of Anatomy (Rohen)) | 
| Authors: Johannes W Rohen, Chihiro Yokochi, Elke Lütjen-drecoll
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 2129
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 6
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 528
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.4
Dimensions (in): 11.7 x 8.6 x 1.3
ISBN: 0781790131
Dewey Decimal Number: 611.00222
EAN: 9780781790130
ASIN: 0781790131
Publication Date: April 1, 2006
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Product Description
This atlas includes full-color photographs of actual cadaver dissections instead of idealized illustrations, to accurately and realistically represent anatomical structures. Often used by students as an alternative or supplement to their lab experience, and as an introduction to exactly what they should see before they dissect, as well as a study aid before practical/identification exams.
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 Solid selection for Anatomy June 16, 2008
This my first foray into a photographic anatomy book and I was quite pleased, that is not to say it did not have its issues.
The first thing you will notice with this book is, it's very high quality and attractive. It's a beautiful cover, sturdy material and the pages are thick and rigid. There are few, and for most people, no accidental tears that can occur with thinner pages.
The content itself was very thorough, but not complete. While nearly all structures in the body are shown, not all are labeled, which can easily lead to some confusion when trying to classify it, two examples I recall are the labial veins or in certain pictures identifying the maxillary vs transverse facial artery. Basic mistakes, but they'll happen if you need this book to learn. Of course, the pictures are so clear, if you have a schematic atlas, the labeling may not even be necessary, but for me I prefer everything labeled. On the same topic, they add at least one schematic representation of what structure they are representing (not near the depth of a separate atlas though), and when a secondary visual is needed they would highlight with paint. Examples of drawings, trajectorial lines of the femoral head, General architecture of a synovial joint, Meningeal coverings of the spinal cord.
Overall, this book gives a great understanding of how an actual human body will look but could be difficult to learn from; it's best to have an idealized view of it, such as Netter's or Grant's.
Great Real Life Pictures June 16, 2008
A very good atlas with real life picture. Great resources for any student in cadaver labs. As always be wary that there are anatomical variations so certain things may not be in the exact spot in the picture. I recommend it.
 extremely useful book April 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
i find this book extremely useful.instead of my atlas i use this book because from a coloured atlas there is a big difference with what you actually see in a cadaver.i would definitely recommend this book.
Excellent resource March 17, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a fantastic supplement for gross anatomy. Netter's Atlas is better for visualizing the basic concepts of anatomy, and I would recommend purchasing that book before this one. If you can afford two anatomy supplements, though, the Color Atlas should be next on your list. No drawing can really replace an actual dissection. This atlas is much more useful for studying in preparation for a practical exam, whereas Netter's might better serve you when studying for your written. This (like Netter's) is also a rarity of a medical text insofar as it also makes a great coffee table book (if you don't have squeamish friends).
Must Have February 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a must have book for anyone in Gross Anatomy. The actual pictures of the dissections are amazing and definitely help you get ready for lab practicals.
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