This is an integrated textbook on the respiratory system, covering the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of the system, all presented in a clinically relevant context appropriate for the first two years of the medical student course.
Key Features
One of the seven volumes in the Systems of the Body series.
Concise text covers the core anatomy, physiology and biochemistry in an integrated manner as required by system- and problem-based medical courses.
The basic science is presented in the clinical context in a way appropriate for the early part of the medical course.
There is a linked website providing self-assessment material ideal for examination preparation.
Author Information
By Andrew Davies, PhD DSc, Sometime Senior Lecturer of Physiology, University of Edinburgh, UK and Formerly Professor of Physiology, University of Glamorgan, UK and Carl Moores, BA BSc MBChB FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
Introduction. Structure of the respiratory system. Elastic properties of the respiratory system. Airflow in the respiratory system. Ventilation in the respiratory system. Gas exchange between air and blood: diffusion. The pulmonary circulation: bringing blood and gas together. Carriage of gases by blood and acid/base balance. Chemical control of breathing. Nervous control of breathing. Lung function tests.
From a review of the first edition: "...this book is a comprehensive breakdown of the respiratory system...As it states, medical education has changed to a systems-based approach, which this book is nicely designed for." 4th Year Medical Student, Rectum - Leeds University Student Medical Magazine, March 2004
