Body Fluids and Blood – A Physiology Introduction by Gyula Péter Szigeti

Product Information / Termékinformáció

Author / Szerző: Gyula Péter Szigeti
Publisher / Kiadó: Semmelweis Kiadó és Multimédia Stúdió
Publication Year / Kiadás éve: 2009 (1st edition)
Place of Publication / Kiadás helye: Budapest
Page Count / Oldalszám: 64 pages / 64 oldal
Binding / Kötés: Karton with glossy foil (fényes fólia)
Format / Méret: B5
Language / Nyelv: English
ISBN: 9789639879409 / 978-9639879409

Overview / Áttekintés

"Body Fluids and Blood – A Physiology Introduction" is a concise yet comprehensive lecture note designed for second-year physiology students and above. This textbook focuses on the main concepts of the physiology of body fluids and blood, covering topics from homeostasis and fluid compartment composition to the clinical implications of fluid balance and electrolyte management, as well as detailed discussions on the blood, its components, and related disorders. Emphasizing the dynamic nature of physiology, it aims to instill an understanding that the study of physiology is an ongoing process throughout one’s medical career.

Preface Excerpt

The author highlights that physiology is the primary basic medical science, essential to pharmacology and clinical practice. He encourages students to view the study of physiology as a lifelong journey. For any feedback, readers are invited to contact him via email.

Product Features / Termékjellemzők

Structure and Content / Szerkezet és tartalom

• Comprehensive Coverage:

  • Body Fluids:
    • Homeostasis and its regulation
    • The body as an open system
    • Composition, distribution, and measurement of fluid compartments
    • Strategies for solving infusion problems and clinical effects on water and electrolytes
  • Blood:
    • Basic notions and functions
    • Circulating blood volume
    • Detailed sections on red blood cells, their formation, regulation, hemoglobin, anemias, polycythemia, lifecycle, and catabolism
    • In-depth analysis of white blood cells, the immune system, antibodies, complement system, cytokines, and immune responses

• User-Centric Design:
  Structured to serve as a succinct yet complete reference for students, the lecture notes balance theory with clinical applications to enhance both understanding and practical skills.

Interesting Facts / Érdekes tudnivalók

Key Insights / Kulcspontok és megközelítések

• Dynamic Discipline:
  Physiology continually evolves with new discoveries; the material in these notes reflects modern updates essential for understanding pathophysiology and pharmacological effects.
• Lifelong Learning:
  The author’s goal is to inspire students to recognize that the study of physiology is a continuous journey that spans their entire medical careers.
• Clinical Relevance:
  By integrating theory with practical clinical scenarios, these notes help bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world medical practice, emphasizing the importance of ethical and legal considerations in patient care.

Publishers / Kiadók

Published by Semmelweis Kiadó és Multimédia Stúdió in Budapest. All rights reserved under ISBN 9789639879409 / 978-9639879409.

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