The Respiratory System: Basic science and clinical conditions (Systems of the Body)

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.- 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. Read more