Physiological Basis of Respiratory Disease [Hardcover]

Qutayba Hamid (Author), James Martin (Author), Joanne Shannon (Author)

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Hardcover: 750 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Europe; 1 edition (Oct 1 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1550092367
ISBN-13: 978-1550092363
Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 22.4 x 3.8 cm
Shipping Weight: 2.1 Kg
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,650,888 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Physiological Basis of Respiratory Disease" covers the important areas of respiratory physiology of particular relevance for pulmonary fellows and academic physicians. The text provides a solid basis for the understanding of the physiological basis for the major respiratory diseases. The contents are based on past and present research strengths of the Meakins Christie Laboratories with the majority of contributors comprised of former alumni. "Physiological Basis of Respiratory Disease" features a unique collection of topics, spanning classical physiological concepts to present day research. The clinical relevance of various research findings is examined and interpreted for the reader. Presented in an accessible format, need-to-know information is supported by a thorough selection of illustrations and references. The text is also applicable to other fields such as physiotherapy and inhalation therapy.

About the Author

Qutayba Hamid MD, PhD Associate Director, Meakins-Christie Laboratories McGill University Health Centre Montreal, Quebec. James Martin MD, BSc Professor of Medicine and Director of the Meakins-Christie Laboratories Professor of Medicine, McGill University Montreal, Quebec. Joanne Shannon MD, BA Professor of Medicine and Director of the Meakins-Christie Laboratories Professor of Medicine, McGill University Montreal, Quebec.