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Ross & Wilson Pathophysiology
- 1st Edition - July 10, 2023
- Author: Allison Grant
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 7 7 7 4 - 6
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 7 7 7 1 - 5
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 7 7 7 5 - 3
This latest offering from the highly regarded Ross & Wilson stable provides a sound, evidence-based grounding in pathophysiology for anyone studying or working in the allied… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThis latest offering from the highly regarded Ross & Wilson stable provides a sound, evidence-based grounding in pathophysiology for anyone studying or working in the allied health professions
It covers normal physiology and the associated pathophysiological processes that lead to disease. The underlying science is clearly explained and linked to clinical situations, relating the changes in normal physiological function directly to onset and progress of disease, providing the exact level of detail you’ll need in your professional practice.
Ross & Wilson's Pathophysiology is clearly written and easy to understand, with beautiful illustrations and enhanced navigation to make learning this important subject a pleasure.
- Clear, engaging and straightforward writing style – suitable for nurses as well as paramedics, physiotherapists, midwives, radiographers and clinical physiologists
- Comprehensive explanations of the underlying science, linked to clinical scenarios so readers can relate learning to practice
- Cross-referencing to allow for easy navigation across different sections
- Draws on the latest evidence and up-to-date research
- Beautifully illustrated with clear, well-labelled figures, photographs and diagrams
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Dedication
- 1. Introduction to Pathophysiological Processes
- Key Concepts and Definitions of Disease
- THE IMPORTANCE OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
- THE CELLULAR BASIS OF DISEASE
- CELLULAR AND TISSUE RESPONSE TO INJURY AND INFECTION
- 2. Genetics and Disease
- DNA, GENES, AND CHROMOSOMES
- PATTERNS OF INHERITANCE
- GENE DISORDERS
- CHROMOSOMES AND THEIR ABNORMALITIES
- 3. Neoplasia
- INTRODUCTION
- CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY
- CELL DIVISION AND TISSUE GROWTH
- CHARACTERISTICS OF NEOPLASMS
- CARCINOGENESIS: THE DEVELOPMENT OF CANCER
- ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT OF CANCER
- THE MAJOR CANCERS
- 4. Disorders of Immunity
- Introduction
- Immunodeficiency
- Hypersensitivity
- 5. Disorders of Blood
- INTRODUCTION
- MALIGNANCIES OF WHITE BLOOD CELLS
- RED BLOOD CELL DISORDERS
- CLOTTING DISORDERS
- 6. Disorders of Cardiovascular Function
- Introduction
- The heart
- Blood vessels
- Shock
- Disorders of blood pressure
- 7. Disorders of Respiratory Function
- INTRODUCTION
- INFECTIONS OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT
- MALIGNANCIES OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT
- OBSTRUCTIVE AND RESTRICTIVE LUNG DISEASE
- PULMONARY VASCULAR DISEASE
- PLEURAL DISORDERS
- 8. Disorders of Neurological Function
- INTRODUCTION
- CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
- PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
- PAIN
- 9. Disorders of the Special Senses
- THE EYE
- THE EAR
- 10. Disorders of Endocrine Function
- INTRODUCTION
- THE PITUITARY GLAND AND ITS DISORDERS
- THE ENDOCRINE PANCREAS AND DIABETES MELLITUS
- THE THYROID GLAND AND ITS DISORDERS
- THE PARATHYROID GLANDS
- THE ADRENAL GLAND AND ITS DISORDERS
- 11. Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function
- INTRODUCTION
- MOTILITY DISORDERS
- INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT
- NEOPLASMS OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT
- NUTRITIONAL AND MALABSORPTIVE DISORDERS
- 12. Disorders of Renal Function
- INTRODUCTION
- HYPERTENSION AND THE KIDNEY
- GLOMERULAR DISORDERS
- INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS
- URINARY TRACT TUMOURS
- CONGENITAL, INHERITED, AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS
- URINARY CALCULI
- ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY
- CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE
- 13. Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function
- INTRODUCTION
- DISORDERS OF SKELETAL MUSCLE
- DISORDERS OF BONE
- DISORDERS OF JOINTS
- DISORDERS OF CONNECTIVE TISSUE
- SPRAINS, FRACTURES, AND OTHER MECHANICAL INJURY
- 14. Disorders of Reproductive Function
- INTRODUCTION
- SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION
- DISORDERS OF FEMALE REPRODUCTION
- DISORDERS OF MALE REPRODUCTION
- 15. Skin
- INTRODUCTION
- INFLAMMATORY AND INFECTIVE CONDITIONS
- AUTOIMMUNITY AND THE SKIN
- TUMOURS OF THE SKIN
- Index
- No. of pages: 512
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: July 10, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780702077746
- Paperback ISBN: 9780702077715
- eBook ISBN: 9780702077753
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Allison Grant
Allison Grant is a lecturer in the Department of Health and Life Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK