Handbook of Pathophysiology

Part 1 Introduction to concepts of pathophysiology: cell structure and function; genetics; tumour biology and carcinogenesis; the inflammatory response; pain; sleep and decreased activity levels; temperature regulation. Part 2 System review: alterations of cardiovascular function; alterations of pulmonary function; alterations of neurologic function; alterations of immune system function; alterations of haematologic system function; alterations of gastrointestinal function; alterations of hepatobiliary system and exocrine pancreas function; alterations of endocrine system function; alterations of fluids and electrolytes; alterations of acid-base balance; alterations of renal and urinary function; alterations of reproductive system function; alterations of musculoskeletal system function; alterations of the integument; alterations of vision and hearing.