Embryology - Development of the Heart

Explore the intricate process of heart development in this comprehensive lecture on cardiac embryology. Delve into the complex stages of heart formation, from the initial cardiac crescent to the fully functional four-chambered organ. Learn about key developmental milestones, including the formation of the primitive heart tube, cardiac looping, and septation. Understand the critical role of various signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms that guide heart development. Gain insights into the origins of congenital heart defects and their embryological basis. Conclude the lecture with entertaining bloopers that add a touch of humor to this in-depth exploration of cardiac embryology.