Pathophysiology : The Biological Basis For Disease In Adults And Children - 3rd edition

Summary: This new edition, now in full color, is the leading textbook of pathophysiology on the market. It provides detailed explanations of the basic concepts of pathophysiology: cellular structure, communication, injury, and repair. It also includes the latest research on influence of environment and genetics on disease processes. The body systems organization of the chapters makes all information easily accessible. Each unit begins with an overview of normal anatomy and physiology. Plus, t ...show morehe consistent presentation of specific diseases covers etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and treatment. The lifespan coverage highlights aging factors in the development of disease with special headings and provides in-depth pediatric content in separate chapters. These features, plus hundreds of full-color photographs and illustrations, are invaluable for learning to identify disease manifestations. This text provides students the complete knowledge base necessary for learning pathophysiology.

• Basic pathophysiologic concepts presented in Part One to provide a solid foundation for specific disease processes in Part Two.
• Consistent chapter organization within each of the body systems units: 1. Overview of normal anatomy and physiology of the specific body system;
  2. Alterations of function in adults;
  3. Alterations of function in children.
• Detailed chapter outlines with page numbers begin each chapter for easy access to content.
• Key terms boldfaced in text and listed with corresponding page numbers at end of each chapter.
• Chapter summaries provide thorough review of main concepts presented.
• Hundreds of tables compare and contrast data to improve comprehension.
• Lifespan coverage includes normal and abnormal variations in children and older adults: separate chapters for the pediatric content and special headings for aging content within adult chapters.
• Consistent presentation of each specific disease includes epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment.
• Full-color artwork enhances learning of normal anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.

Edition/Copyright: 3RD 98
Cover: Hardcover
Publisher: C.V. Mosby Co.
Published: 11/28/1997

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PART ONE--CENTRAL CONCEPTS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: CELLS AND TISSUES

UNIT I--THE CELL

Cellular Biology
Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology
The Cellular Environment: Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases

UNIT II--GENES AND GENE-ENVIRONMENT INTERACTION

Genes and Genetic Diseases
Genes, Environment, and Common Disorders

UNIT III--MECHANISM OF SELF-DEFENSE

Immunity
Inflammation
Infection and Alterations in Immunity and Inflammation
Stress and Disease

UNIT IV--CELLULAR PROLIFERATION: CANCER

Biology of Cancer
Tumor Invasion and Metastasis
Cancer in Children

PART TWO--PATHOPHYSIOLOGIC ALTERATIONS: ORGANS AND SYSTEMS

UNIT V--THE NEUROLOGIC SYSTEM

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System
Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function
Concepts of Neurologic Dysfunction
Alterations of Neurologic Function
Neurobiology of Schizophrenia, Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

UNIT VI--THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation
Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

UNIT VII--THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS

Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems
Alterations of the Reproductive Systems
Sexually Transmitted Infections