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Approaches to Gross Anatomy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Examines the similarities and differences in the anatomy of species | Comparative anatomy |
| Investigates the changes in structure within an individual from conception through maturity | Developmental anatomy |
| Developmental changes occurring prior to birth | Embryology |
| Examines all the structures in a particular region of the body as one complete unit Ex: skin, connective tissue and fat, bones, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels of the neck | Regional anatomy |
| Examines both superficial anatomic markings and internal body structures as they relate to the skin covering them | Surface anatomy |
| Studies the gross anatomy of each system | Systemic anatomy |
| Examines all anatomic changes resulting from disease | Pathologic anatomy |
| Studies the relationships among internal structures that may be visualized by specific scanning procedures, like ultrasound, MRI, x-ray | Radiographic anatomy |
| Investigates the anatomic landmarks used before and after surgery | Surgical anatomy |