Understanding the normal functions of the body is essential for successful veterinary practice and for understanding the mechanisms of disease. The 5 th edition of Textbook of Veterinary Physiology approaches this vast subject in a practical, user-friendly way that helps you understand how key concepts relate to clinical practice. From cell physiology to body system function to homeostasis and immune function, this comprehensive text gives you the solid foundation you need to provide effective veterinary care. INDICE: Section I: The Cell The Molecular and Cellular Bases of Physiologic Regulation Cancer and Cell Cycle Control Section II: Neurophysiology Introduction to the Neuromuscular System The Neuron The Neuromuscular Synapse The Physiology of Muscle The Concept of a Reflex Skeletal Muscle Stretch Receptors The Concept of Lower and Upper Motor Neurons and Their Malfunction The Brain's Control of Posture and Locomotion The Vestibular System The Cerebellum The Autonomic Nervous System and Adrenal Medulla The Visual System Cerebrospinal Fluidand the Blood-Brain Barrier The Electroencephalogram and Sensory Evoked Potentials Hearing Section III: Cardiovascular Physiology Overview of Cardiovascular Function Electrical Activity of the Heart The Electrocardiogram The Heart asa Pump The Systemic and Pulmonary Circulations Capillaries and Fluid ExchangeLocal Control of Blood Flow Neural and Hormonal Control of Blood Pressure andBlood Volume Integrated Cardiovascular Responses Section IV: GastrointestinalPhysiology and Metabolism Regulation of Gastrointestinal Function Movements of the Gastrointestinal Tract Secretions of the Digestive Tract Digestion and Absorption: The Nonfermentative Processes Digestion: The Fermentative ProcessesPostabsorptive Nutrient Utilization Section V: Endocrinology The Endocrine System Endocrine Glands and Their Function Section VI: Reproduction and Lactation Control of Gonadal and Gamete Development Control of Ovulation and the Corpus Luteum Reproductive Cycles Pregnancy and Parturition The Mammary Gland Reproductive Physiology of the Male Section VII: Renal Physiology Glomerular Filtration Solute Reabsorption Water Balance Acid-Base Balance Section VIII: Respiratory Function Overview of Respiratory Function: Ventilation of the Lung Pulmonary Blood Flow Gas Exchange Gas Transport in the Blood Control of Ventilation Nonrespiratory Functions of the Lung Section IX: Homeostasis Fetal and Neonatal Oxygen Transport Acid-Base Homeostasis Thermoregulation Section X: Immune Function Cell, Tissue and Organ Substrates of Immune Function Mechanisms of Innate and Acquired Immunity
- ISBN: 978-1-4377-2361-8
- Editorial: Saunders
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 720
- Fecha Publicación: 22/08/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés