Full Description
Develop a strong understanding of pathophysiology. Pathophysiology, 6th Edition explores the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment of diseases and disorders. Each section focuses on the major alterations in the homeostasis of the body systems in order to provide you with a unifying framework. Current scientific findings and relevant global research are integrated throughout the book, with chapters organized by body system, beginning with an illustrated review of anatomy and normal physiology. Each chapter includes a discussion on the disease processes and abnormalities that may occur, with a focus on the pathophysiologic concepts involved. Written by leading educators, this text simplifies a rigorous subject with practical learning resources, an emphasis on critical thinking, and coverage of the latest scientific findings and relevant research. Plus, more than 1,000 updated, full color illustrations and photos throughout, give you a chance to visualize disease and disease processes and gain a clearer understanding of the material.Easy-to-read style is simplified by input from readability experts, and includes many tables, boxes, and figures to highlight key content.Student-friendly learning resources in the text include chapter outlines, bolded key terms, key questions, Key Points boxes, and chapter summaries.Pediatric and Geriatric Considerations boxes include brief analyses of age-related changes associated with specific body systems.A comprehensive glossary defines terms and includes audio pronunciations on the Evolve companion website.NEW! Global Health Care boxes inform you about global healthcare concerns such as HIV/AIDS, Ebola, Tropical Diseases and more. Includes prevalence, mechanism of disease and transmission.NEW! Over 1,000 illustrations help clarify complex pathophysiological concepts and make the book visually appealingNEW! Thorough chapter updates include the latest information on new treatment advances, 100 new figures for improved clarity, and much more throughout the text.
Contents
Unit I1. Introduction to Pathophysiology2. Homeostasis and Adaptive Responses to StressorsUnit II: Cellular Function3. Cell Structure and Function4. Cell Injury, Aging, and Death5. Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation6. Genetic and Developmental Disorders7. NeoplasiaUnit III: Defense8. Infectious Processes9. Inflammation and Immunity10. Alterations in Immune Function11. Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells12. HIV Disease and AIDSUnit IV: Oxygen Transport, Blood Coagulation, Blood Flow, and Blood Pressure13. Alterations in Oxygen Transport14. Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation15. Alterations in Blood Flow16. Alterations in Blood PressureUnit V: Cardiac Function17. Cardiac Function18. Alterations in Cardiac Function19. Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases20. ShockUnit VI: Respiratory Function21. Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange22. Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders23. Restrictive Pulmonary DisordersUnit VII: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis24. Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances25. Acid-Base Homeostasis and ImbalancesUnit VIII: Renal and Bladder Function26. Renal Function27. Intrarenal Disorders28. Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease29. Disorders of the Lower Urinary TractUnit IX: Genital and Reproductive Function30. Male Genital and Reproductive Function31. Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function32. Female Genital and Reproductive Function33. Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function34. Sexually Transmitted InfectionsUnit X: Gastrointestinal Function35. Gastrointestinal Function36. Gastrointestinal Disorders37. Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas38. Liver DiseasesUnit XI: Endocrine Function, Metabolism, and Nutrition39. Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation40. Disorders of Endocrine Function41. Diabetes Mellitus42. Alterations in Metabolism and NutritionUnit XII: Neural Function43. Structure and Function of the Nervous System44. Acute Disorders of Brain Function45. Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function46. Alterations in Special Sensory Function47. PainUnit XIII: Neuropsychological Function 48. Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses49. Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic IllnessesUnit XIV: Musculoskeletal Support and Movement50. Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System51. Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease52. Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic DisordersUnit XV: Integumentary System53. Alterations in the Integumentary System54. Burn InjuriesAppendix: Clinical and Laboratory Values
