The Anatomy of the Human Orbit: And Accessory Organs of Vision (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Samuel Ernest Whitnall

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528064208 ISBN 13: 9781528064200

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

A thorough, image‑rich guide to the bones, soft tissues, and passages that shape the eye’s orbit

This volume presents a detailed look at the human orbit and its accessory organs of vision. It covers the bones forming the orbit, the orbital margin, the walls and openings, and how the nasal sinuses relate to the eye socket. It also explains the eyelids, their margins, the lacrimal apparatus, and the lacrimal passages that connect the eye to the nasal cavity. The text emphasizes practical anatomy for understanding both normal structure and common variations, with clear diagrams and descriptive figures.

The book moves from foundational bone structure to the soft tissues and conduits that protect and move the eye. It includes sections on development, variations, and key relationships to surrounding nerves and vessels, making it a solid reference for students and professionals alike.

• Learn how the orbit is shaped and how its walls, margins, and openings relate to eye movement and vision.
• See how the eyelids and lacrimal system work together to keep the eye moist and clear.
• Explore the relationship between orbital bones, nasal sinuses, and surrounding neurovascular structures.
• Review developmental, anatomical, and clinical notes that help explain variations and common deformities.

Ideal for readers of detailed ophthalmic and anatomical reference material who want a clear, studio‑quality overview of orbit anatomy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528064208
• ISBN 13: 9781528064200
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 434