An Introduction to Vascular Biology
From Physiology to Pathophysiology
Published on 23. April 1998
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-0-521-58998-7 (ISBN)
Description
The concept of vascular biology has emerged and expanded rapidly over the past 25 years and with research in this area has come improved understanding of a wide range of clinical conditions. For both specialists and newcomers to the field in search of a broad overview and also for the non-specialist requiring an up-to-date insight into progress and its implications, this book provides a much needed concise resource. The multidisciplinary team of contributors cover topics ranging from normal and pathological aspects of endothelial function to the role of the vasculature in hemostasis, atherosclerosis and hypertension. This carefully illustrated and highly readable text provides both a valuable source of practical information and clear explanations of the impact of new techniques of cellular and molecular biology on recent and future developments.
Reviews / Votes
'... makes excellent reading ... for readers who are interested in gaining a fundamental understanding of this critical area, I believe this book offers an excellent pathway towards this goal.' P. T. Mc Collum, The British Journal of Surgery 'I recommend this book to those seeking an introductory overview into this exciting and rapidly burgeoning area. The authors provide an up-to-date interpretation of vascular biology and how this might relate to disease.' Kiran Bhagat, Journal of the Royal Society of MedicineMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
26 Tables, unspecified; 20 Halftones, unspecified; 49 Line drawings, unspecified
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 153 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
480 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-521-58998-7 (9780521589987)
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Beverley J. Hunt | Lucilla Poston | Michael Schachter
An Introduction to Vascular Biology
From Basic Science to Clinical Practice
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07/2002
2nd Edition
Cambridge University Press
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Content
Part I. Development and Control of Blood Vessel Function: 1. Angiogenesis - basis, concepts and methodology O. Hudlicka, M. D. Brown and S. Egginton; 2. Flow mediated responses in the circulation A. P. Cockell and L. Poston; 3. Endothelial cell control of vascular tone and permeability J. D. Pearson; 4. Contractile mechanisms of vascular smooth muscle A. D. Hughes; 5. Neurohumoral regulation of vascular tone K. M. McCulloch and J. C. McGrath; Part II. Hypertension, Atherosclerosis and Diabetes: 6. Vascular structure and function in hypertension H. A. J. Struijker-Boudier; 7. Pulmonary hypertension J. R. Gosney; 8. Mechanisms of atherosclerosis M. Schachter; 9. Vascular matrix proteins and their remodelling in atherosclerosis S. Ye and A. M. Henney; 10. Restenosis P. Chan and S. Hepple; 11. Abdominal aortic aneurysm J. T. Powell; 12. Vascular complications of diabetes and the role of advanced glycosylation end products H. Vlassara, R. Bucala and A. Stitt; Part III. Other Vascular Clinical Pathological Problems: 13. Wound healing: laboratory investigation and modulating agents N. Occleston and P. T. Khaw; 14. Endothelial function in inflammation, sepsis, reperfusion and the vasculitides B. J. Hunt and K. M. Jurd; 15. Role of endothelial cells in transplant rejection M. L. Rose.