Pulmonary Pathophysiology 8th | Pulmonary Pathophysiology: The Essentials, 8th Edition

Pulmonary Pathophysiology: The Essentials, 8th Edition

John B. West, 2012

Overview

This companion monograph to West's Respiratory Physiology explores normal respiratory function and the pathophysiology of the diseased lung. It provides a concise overview of lung disease states, focusing on the interplay between structure and function. The eighth edition incorporates new information on asthma therapies, updated radiographs and micrographs, expanded sections on infections and cancer, and more detailed explanations for review questions. A new summary appendix of equations with sample calculations is also included.

Who it's for

• Students and professionals studying respiratory physiology and pathology.
• Individuals seeking a focused overview of lung disease mechanisms.
• Healthcare providers involved in pulmonary medicine.

Key features

• Paperback format
• Published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
• 208 pages
• ISBN: 9781451107135
• Published in 2012