Title: Textbook of medical physiology /
Authors: Guyton, Arthur C.
Publisher: Saunders,
Year: 1991
Subjects: Physiology; Human physiology.; Physiology, Pathological.
Abstract: This textbook offers current authoritative coverage that is easy to read and understand. It provides coverage of molecular and cellular physiology, long-term arterial pressure regulation and hypertension, the neurophysiology of vision, the body's resistance to infection, and physiology from a quantitative perspective. The new edition integrates the latest information throughout the text, and helps students relate physiology to other aspects of medicine and analyze problems.
Contents: Introduction to physiology: the cell and general physiology -- Membrane physiology, nerve, and muscle -- The heart -- The circulation -- The kidneys and body fluids -- Blood cells, immunity, and blood clotting -- Respiration -- Aviation, space, and deep sea diving physiology -- The nervous system: A. General principles and sensory physiology -- The nervous system: B. The special senses -- The nervous system: C. Motor and integrative neurophysiology -- Gastrointestinal physiology -- Metabolism and temperature regulation -- Endocrinology and reproduction -- Sports physiology.