Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function

Key differences between 8th and 7th editions

• Time lapse between current and previous publications: 3 years (2017 vs 2014).
• Saladin's book was originally published in 1997.
• The Eighth Ed. of Saladin's Anatomy & Physiology cosnsists of the same chapters and sections as the Seventh Ed. So, the latest edition hasn't undergone considerable changes.
• New scientific content
• New Dietary Guidelines, which now shift focus from cholesterol to fats, particularly trans fats (Ch. 2)
• Skin grafting surgical procedure(Ch. 6)
• Genetics and evolution of lactose intolerance (the inability to digest lactose) (Ch. 25)
• Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015?2020 (Ch. 26)
• Latest data on human papillomavirus infection (HPV) (Ch. )
• New images:
• Brain scans (Ch. 1)
• Osteoporosis with kyphosis (curvature of the spine) (Ch. 7)
• Coronary artery disease (CAD) (Ch. 19)
• Vascular corrosion casting of thyroid gland capillary beds (Ch. 20)
• Embryonic and fetal developmental stages (Ch.29)
• Four new Concept Overview Inretactive animations on endocrine system, innate immune system, adaptive immune system,and blood pressure.