This text presents human anatomy by linking structures with their functions and including relevant applications. Chapters pursue consistent themes and presents problems similar to those that students will encounter professionally. Carefully designed illustrations that tie in closely with the text and learning tools help students grasp and retain concepts. Selected case histories are provided which integrate clinical situations directly into the chapters illustrating how structures function, and summary figures are located near the end of each chapter to tie discussions of disorders, processes, events and other important concepts into the anatomy of the system.