Case Files Physiology
Published on 16. October 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
432 pages
978-0-07-144575-7 (ISBN)
Description
This book presents 50 clinical cases emphasizing the basic science aspects of physiology, traditionally one of the most difficult basic science subjects. Each case includes an extended discussion (including definitions and a pathophysiology discussion), key points, and 3-5 USMLE-style comprehension questions.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
25 Illustrations
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ISBN-13
978-0-07-144575-7 (9780071445757)
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Eugene C. Toy, MD is a dual certified family physician and ob/gyn. He is the John S. Dunn Senior Academic Chair and Program Director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program; Vice Chair of Academic Affairs in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Methodist Hospital--Houston; Clerkship Director and Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of Texas--Houston Medical School (Houston, Texas).
Norman W. Weisbrodt, PhD, is Professor and Interim Chairman of the Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at The University of TexasHouston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
William P. Dubinsky, Jr., PhD is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at The University of TexasHouston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Terry Walters is Professor of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at the University of Texas--Houston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Konrad P. Harms, MD is Associate Program Director and Director of Academic Development for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Roger O'Neil is Professor, Department of Integrative Biology & Pharmacology at The University of Texas--Houston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Norman W. Weisbrodt, PhD, is Professor and Interim Chairman of the Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at The University of TexasHouston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
William P. Dubinsky, Jr., PhD is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at The University of TexasHouston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Terry Walters is Professor of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at the University of Texas--Houston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Konrad P. Harms, MD is Associate Program Director and Director of Academic Development for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Roger O'Neil is Professor, Department of Integrative Biology & Pharmacology at The University of Texas--Houston Medical School in Houston, Texas.
Content
Part 1: Approach to Basic Sciences and PhysiologyPart 2: 50 Cases (organized by system) General Physiology Case 1 Control of Cell Function Case 2 Autonomic Nervous System Case 3 Neuromuscular stimulation Case 4 Smooth Muscle Case 5 Striated Muscle Case 6 Cell Membrane Cardiovscular System Case 7 Hemodynamics Case 8 Electrical Activity of Heart Case 9 EKG Case 10 Mechanical Activity of Heart Case 11 Regulation of Venous Return & Cardiac Output Case 12 Regulation of Arterial Blood Pressure Case 13 Regional Exchange/ Blood FlowRespiratory System Case 14 Function & Structure Case 15 Mechanics of Breathing Case 16 Function of Respiratory System Case 17 Gas Exchange Case 18 Oxygen-Carbon Dioxide Transport Case 19 Control of BreathingRenal System Case 20 Renal blood flow and GFR Case 21 Proximal Tubule Case 22 Loop of Henle, Distal Tubule & Collecting Duct Case 23 Regulation of Body Fluid Osmolality Case 24 Regulation of Sodium Balance and ECF Case 25 Regulation of K, Ca, Mg and the Role of Kidney in Acid/Base Balance GI system Case 26 Regulation (hormonal, neural) Case 27 Motility Case 28 Secretion (Saliva, Bile, Enzymes) Case 29 Digestion & Absorption Case 30 Intestinal water & electrolyte transport Endocrine System Case 31 Pituitary Case 32 Thyroid Case 33 Adrenal Case 34 Pancreatic islet cells Case 35 Hormonal regulation of fuel metabolism Case 36 Calcium metabolism Case 37 Growth Case 38 Reproduction in Male Case 39 Reproduction in Female Case 40 Pregnancy & Lactation Case 41 Central Nervous System Case 42 Sensory Receptors/Visual System Case 43 Vestibular/Auditory Case 44 Smell & taste Case 45 Lower Motor Nerves Case 46 Basal Ganglia Case 47 Cerebellum Case 48 Learning & Memory Case 49 Body Temperature Regulation Case 50 Heart Failure and Circulatory ShockPart 3: Listing of Cases by Topic