Anatomic

Other branches of anatomy

• Surface anatomy is important as the study of anatomical landmarks that can be readily seen from the exterior contours of the body. It enables medics and veterinarians to gauge the position and anatomy of the associated deeper structures. Superficial is a directional term that indicates that structures are located relatively close to the surface of the body.
• Comparative anatomy relates to the comparison of anatomical structures (both gross and microscopic) in different animals.
• Artistic anatomy relates to anatomic studies of body proportions for artistic reasons.