Human Osteology and Skeletal Radiology: An Atlas and Guide

447 Pages·2004·15.86 MB·English

by  Evan W. Matshes

Human Osteology
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Skeletal Radiology
An Atlas and Guide
Human Osteology
and Skeletal Radiology
An Atlas and Guide
Authors
Evan Matshes M.D.
Associate Member
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology
College of Medicine
University of Saskatchewan
Brent Burbridge M.D., F.R.C.P. (C)
Professor and Head
Department of Medical Imaging
University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine
Belinda Sher D.M.D.
Dentist
Calgary, Alberta
Adel Mohamed M.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology
College of Medicine
University of Saskatchewan
Bernhard H. Juurlink Ph.D.
Professor and Head
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology
College of Medicine
University of Saskatchewan
Human Osteology
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Skeletal Radiology
An Atlas and Guide
Evan W. Matshes
Brent Burbridge
Belinda Sher
Adel Mohamed
Bernhard H. Juurlink
CRC PR E S S
Boca Raton London New York Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Human osteology and skeletal radiology : [an atlas and guide] / Evan Matshes … [et al.].
p. ; cm.
Running title: Atlas of human osteology.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 0-8493-1901-3 (alk. paper)
1. Bones—Anatomy. 2. Bones—Atlases. I. Title: Atlas of human osteology. II. Matshes,
Evan W.
[DNLM: 1. Bone and Bones—anatomy & histology—Atlases. 2. Bone and
Bones—radiography—Atlases WE 17 H 918 2004]
QM101.H89 2004
611'.71--dc22 2004054510
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of this book will not be forgotten.

Preface
The study of bones, osteology, is a fundamental part of any serious voyage into the world of human
anatomy. Our bony elements serve multiple complex purposes, including support, protection, a
framework for movement, and the production of blood cells, just to name a few. Courses such as
physiology or histology may adequately cover the function of bone cells (osteocytes) and their sup-
porting cells. However, to properly relate to the macroscopic structures of the body, an under-
standing of osteologic morphology is key.
We believe that academic ventures into bony anatomy can be simple; hence, the production of this
manual. We begin by exploring individual bones, or collections of bones, from a distant perspective
– keeping the overall image of the bone(s) in mind. Higher power photographs then help draw out
further detail. It is our hope that this process, coupled with the use of fewer terms, will make this
atlas “user friendly.”
No book can adequately substitute for long hours of study in the gross anatomy lab. Make zealous
use of the human skeletal specimens made available to you by your center of higher learning. Be
aware, however, that such material can be extremely difficult and expensive to obtain. Always treat
your specimen with the utmost respect, not only because of its financial value, but because of the
rare opportunity you are afforded by studying the remains of an individual who will remain eternally
unknown to you.
Please enjoy this atlas and the studies to which it contributes. Human skeletal anatomy is a fascinat-
ing and integral part of our everyday lives.
This book was a major undertaking that spanned several years and involved many people (above and
beyond those already recognized as contributors, editors and reviewers). I must recognize the
significant influence several people have had in shaping my career in human anatomy, anatomical and
forensic pathology. These include Drs. Emma Lew, Valerie Rao, Ranjit Waghray, Bernhard Juurlink,
David Dolinak, Graeme Dowling and Bernard Bannach. I must also thank Dr. Joseph H. Davis,
Retired Director of the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner Department. Over the course of
forty-plus years, Dr. Davis helped to shape modern death investigation not only in Miami-Dade
County, but throughout North America and the world. His work and teachings have had a major
influence on countless individuals, including myself. For this, I owe him a debt of gratitude.
This project could not have been possible without the thoughtful review and critique provided by
Drs. Warren and Walsh-Haney, our contributing editors. Furthermore, the many reviewers at the
Central Identification Laboratory, Hickam Air Force Base in Hawaii including Drs. Holland and Mann
who must be thanked for reviewing and critiquing this book. The student body of the University of
Saskatchewan Forensic Osteology Work Group must also be commended for their many hours of
volunteer time reading and rereading later versions of the manuscript.
Finally, such a project would not be possible without the support of one’s own department and
administrators. For this, I must thank our department head Dr. Bernhard Juurlink for his ongoing
participation in our osteology work.
Evan Matshes M.D.
How to use this book
Our goal is to produce a clear and useable photographic atlas, and an accompanying laboratory
manual that would be of use to students at all levels of study. As a result, we may provide
more information on each bone than you need to know.
Students new to skeletal anatomy should use the initial graphic of each unit to give them a
sense of what the bone looks like. This allows you to more easily grab the bone out of your
teaching set.
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The landmarks provided in this section are limited to the key anatomical features you must
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find the items – then confirm your thoughts with the atlas.