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Costanzo Physiology. Edition No. 7

  • Book

  • November 2021
  • Elsevier Health Science
  • ID: 5349924
Through six highly regarded editions, students and instructors alike have come to appreciate Dr. Linda Costanzo's�clear, helpful writing style, logical organization, and easy-to-follow presentation�of a challenging and complex topic in medical education.�Costanzo Physiology, 7th Edition, retains the step-by-step, to-the-point approach that makes this text ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Complex concepts are presented in a simple, easy-to-digest manner, and are accompanied by�well-designed figures and tables�that provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations. Fully updated throughout, this edition remains�the�students'�choice for concise, clear instruction�and a strong foundation in human physiology.
  • Offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels,�making complex principles easy to understand.�

  • Presents information in a�short, simple, and focused�manner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams.�

  • Provides�step-by-step explanations�and�easy-to-follow diagrams�clearly depicting physiologic principles.�

  • Contains�new coverage�of SARS CoV-2 physiology, renal handling of uric acid, delta/delta analysis is acid-base physiology, endolymph physiology, respiratory distress syndrome, compensatory bronchiolar constriction, and more.�

  • Includes�high-yield online features�such as student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and�video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo.�

  • Integrates�equations and sample problems�throughout the text.�

  • Features chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points, boxed Clinical Physiology Cases for a more thorough understanding of application, and�end-of-chapter questions�to reinforce understanding and retention.�

  • Enhanced eBook version included with purchase.�Your enhanced eBook allows you to access�all of�the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Table of Contents

1. Cellular Physiology 2. Autonomic Nervous System 3. Neurophysiology 4. Cardiovascular Physiology 5. Respiratory Physiology 6. Renal Physiology 7. Acid-Base Physiology 8. Gastrointestinal Physiology 9. Endocrine Physiology 10. Reproductive Physiology Appendix I Common Abbreviations and Symbols Appendix II Normal Values and Constants Challenge Yourself Answers

Authors

Linda Costanzo Professor of Physiology and Biophysics, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, Virginia.