Master the essentials of human physiology with a proven, exam-ready reference.
This eleventh edition of A Compend of Human Physiology offers concise, practical coverage of the body’s structure and function, updated for today’s medical students. It blends clear explanations with focused, high‑yield content ideal for lectures and review.
The book focuses on core topics from the cell to the whole body, including general physiology, digestion, circulation, respiration, nervous and sense systems, embryology, and glandular function. It emphasizes fundamentals, practical applications, and the relationships between physiology and clinical practice, all presented in an accessible, note‑taking friendly format."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive understanding of human physiology, the science that investigates the actions or functions of the individual organs and tissues of the body and the physical and chemical conditions that underlie them. The author thoroughly explores special physiology, the study of the vital phenomena or functions exhibited by specific organs of any individual animal, and comparative physiology, the comparison of the functions of two or more animals, explaining their resemblances or dissimilarities. Thematic depth is provided by the inclusion of the history of physiology, its development throughout time, and the evolution of physiological concepts and knowledge. The book concludes with a discussion of physiological apparatus, the cooperation of two or more organs for the accomplishment of a compound function, and their significance for bodily functions. By providing a deeper knowledge of human physiology, this book empowers readers to comprehend the intricacies of the body's vital processes, making it an essential resource for medical students, practitioners, and anyone fascinated by the human body's inner workings. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330189719_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330189719
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330189719
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