Pathophysiology : an introduction to the mechanisms of disease
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Pathophysiology : an introduction to the mechanisms of disease
（A Wiley medical publication）
J. Wiley, c1988
2nd ed
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Includes bibliographies and index
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This second edition has been updated, reflecting new knowledge in the field and including several new topics: a discussion of endorphins and neuroregulators, a section on oncogenes and another on toxic-shock syndrome, and a discussion of AIDS. As with the first edition, a conceptual adaptation approach is used throughout, and the emphasis is on mechanisms by which pathogenic agents disrupt homeostasis and mechanisms by which the body maintains or restores homeostasis. Sufficient facts and details are provided to enable students to understand the mechanisms and principles involved, rather than merely providing a list of signs and symptoms. Also new to this edition are 'behavioral objectives' at the start of each chapter and review questions at the end of each unit that integrate information from several chapters. In addition, this edition contains many more illustrations.
Table of Contents
- BASIC CONCEPTS OF HEALTH AND DISEASE: Homeostasis and Adaptation
- GENETIC MECHANISMS: The Basis of Heredity
- Principles of Genetics
- PHYSICAL RESPONSE TO TISSUE INJURY: Hemostasis
- Inflammatory-Reparative Response
- ENDOCRINE AND METABOLIC DISTURBANCES: Endocrine Imbalance
- Disturbances of Metabolism
- DISTURBANCES OF FLUID, ELECTROLYTE, AND ACID-BASE BALANCE: Disturbances of Fluid Volume and Osmolarity
- Mineral/Electrolyte Imbalance
- DISTURBANCES OF OXYGENATION AND PERFUSION: Oxygen Imbalance
- Shock
- PHYSICAL STRESSORS: Electromagnetic Radiation
- Heat and Cold
- CHEMICAL STRESSORS: Interaction of Chemicals with the Body
- Endogenous Toxins
- BIOLOGICAL STRESSORS: Infectious Agents
- Altered Immune States
- Glossary
- Answers to Review Questions
- Index.
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