About This Book

Laiq Hussain General Anatomy explains the basic concepts of anatomy before students move on to regional anatomy. It uses simple wording, clear diagrams and an exam-oriented approach, so the foundations are easy to understand and remember.

The book covers the general organisation of bones, joints, muscles, vessels and nerves, giving students the terms and concepts they will meet again in every region.

As a companion to regional textbooks, it is useful for viva, written answers and quick revision, especially at the start of 1st Year MBBS.

Book Information

What Is Inside

• General concepts and introduction to anatomy
• Bones: structure, types and general features
• Joints: classification and movements
• Muscles: types, actions and general organisation
• Blood vessels and their general plan
• Nerves and the general plan of the nervous system
• Other general anatomical terms and concepts used in regional anatomy

Why This Book

• ✓ Simple language for starting anatomy
• ✓ Clear general concepts before regional detail
• ✓ Useful for viva, short notes and quick revision
• ✓ Builds understanding of bones, joints, muscles, vessels and nerves
• ✓ A good companion to regional textbooks

How To Use This Book

1. Study one general topic at a time, and note the key definitions.
2. Draw simple diagrams for bones, joints and muscle actions.
3. Relate each general concept to the region you are studying.
4. Revise the general terms before dissection, viva and exams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this book enough for General Anatomy in 1st Year MBBS?

Yes, it is made for general anatomy concepts and gives a strong base for regional anatomy, dissection and viva.

Which edition should 1st Year students use?

This post uses the 5th Edition, the edition covered here.

What should I read after General Anatomy?

After this, students move on to regional anatomy, histology and embryology, revising general terms alongside.

Other books will be added separately.