Wheater\'s Functional Histology, notes (6th edition)

Beautiful handwritten notes.

Beautiful handwritten notes.

In-depth notes on the male reproductive system with the assistance of clear diagrams. These notes also provide example MCQ and SAQs. Outline: Describe and recognise the structure and function of the: - Testis - Seminal vesicles - Prostate gland - Penis & Urethra Describe the process of spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis

The immune system is a network of soluble proteins, cells, tissues and organs that defend the body against foreign invaders. These concise lecture notes aim to provide a good understanding of this with the assistance of clear diagrams.

In-depth notes on embryology, with the assistance of clear diagrams. Outline: • Terminology • Fertilisation and gastrulation • Structure of placenta • Germ cell layers • Basic details of formation of: - Neurulation - Gut - Heart - Musculoskeletal system - Lungs - Liver - Pancreas - Urinary system

Clear and concise notes on the lower GI tract: starts off with a summary of the learning objectives and then goes into each section in detail. I have also attached diagrams I found helpful alongside my own written notes. Outline: • General definitions • Structure of GIT • Basic mucosal forms in GIT • Oesophagus • Stomach • Summary and review

In-depth notes on the urinary system with the help of clear diagrams. Outline: 1. Identify the major components of the urinary system and describe their functions 2. Describe the organisation and histology of the kidney 3. Describe the location, structure and function of a nephron and appreciate how the histological structure of its components relates to function 4. Describe the structure of the urinary epithelium and describe ways in which it is adapted for function

• Describe the different types of epithelium, where they are located and their functional relevance. • Know the different types of cells making up supporting tissues. • Understand the term ‘mesenchymal tissue’. • This lecture will not cover details of nervous system and muscle.

In-depth notes on the endocrine system with the help of clear diagrams. These notes also include practice MCQ and SAQ questions. Outline: The normal histology and function of the: • Pituitary gland • Thyroid gland • Parathyroid gland • Adrenal gland • Endocrine pancreas • Pineal gland • The diffuse neuroendocrine system

Very clearly laid out notes on the liver and pancreas. Alongside the notes are diagrams I found useful. The notes aim to provide a summary of the structure and function of the above organs.

In-depth notes on the circulatory system, with the assistance of clear diagrams. A summary and a few revision questions are included. Outline: Describe the macroscopic and microscopic structure and function of the blood circulatory system Describe and recognise the structure of the heart and understand how structure relates to function Compare and contrast the arterial and venous systems microcirculation Describe and recognise (covered in previous bullet point): - Elastic arteries, muscular ar...