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The Respiratory System
David Petechuk
ISBN: 0-313-32434-4
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-32434-5
240 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 8/30/2004
List Price: $71.95 (UK Sterling Price: £49.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Trim Size: 7 x 10
Subjects:
Series Title: Human Body Systems
Description: Beginning with a discussion of the various components of the respiratory system, this volume of the Encyclopedia of the Human Body discusses the functions of each organ and how they work together to allow us to breathe. Respiration is discussed both externally (breathing) and internally at the cellular level. The cardiovascular, nervous, and muscular systems are discussed in relation to the respiratory system. The history of the research on the respiratory system is presented and the future of research in this field is considered. Current controversies and dilemmas of scientists performing this research are explored. Respiratory system disorders, symptoms and treatments are explored, including hay fever, the common cold, and acute respiratory distress syndrome. This reference concludes with a fact sheet about the respiratory system, a comprehensive glossary, and resources for further information including Web sites and contact information for organizations and national health institutions.

The Encyclopedia of the Human Body provides a complete, comprehensive reference source for students interested in the human body. Each book in this ten-volume set introduces and describes a specific body system, including the parts and function of each system, the history of discovery, related diseases and treatments, as well as future advances in research. Detailed illustrations and diagrams, including an eight-page color insert, provide a visual reference for written material.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
    Components and Development
    Respiration
    A Brief History
    Respiratory Problems and Diseases
    Lung Disorders and Diseases
    Treatments: Past, Present, and Future
    Lung Cancer: An In-Depth Look
    Smoking and Air Pollution
    Appendix
    Facts about the Respiratory System
    Medical Organizations and Web Sites
    Acronyms
    Bibliography
    Glossary
About the Author: DAVID PETECHUK is an independent scholar. He has written on numerous topics including genetics and cloning and has worked with scientists and faculty in areas such as transplation and psychiatry.
LCC Class: 612
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