Essentials of Human Disease (Book with Access Code)

Essentials of Human Disease, Second Edition is a consolidated and modified version of the very successful Introduction to Human Disease, now in its Ninth Edition. This book is designed for students who have limited time to master basic disease concepts. It covers the essential structural and functional characteristics of common and important diseases, as well as the principles of diagnosis and treatment.The book is organized into two main sections. The first section deals with general concepts and with diseases affecting the body as a whole. The second section considers the various organ systems and their diseases. Each chapter begins with learning objectives, followed by a brief review of the anatomy and physiology of the organ system discussed, then a systematic survey of the pathology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and principles of treatment of the diseases covered.

Chapter1 General Concepts of Disease
Chapter2 Genes, Chromosomes, Cells, and Tissues
Chapter3 Inflammation and Repair
Chapter4 Immunity, Hypersensitivity, Allergy, and Autoimmune Diseases
Chapter5 Pathogenic Microorganisms, Fungi, and Animal Parasites
Chapter6 Comunicable Diseases
Chapter7 Congenital and Hereditary Diseases
Chapter8 Tumors
Chapter9 Blood Coagulation Abnormalities and Circulatory Disturbances
Chapter10 The Cardiovascular System
Chapter11 The Hematopoietic and Lymphatic Systems
Chapter12 The Respiratory System
Chapter13 The Breast and Female Reproductive System
Chapter14 Prenatal Development and Diseases Associated with Pregnancy
Chapter15 The Urinary and Male Reproductive Systems
Chapter16 The Liver, Biliary System, and Pancreas
Chapter17 The Gastrointestinal System
Chapter18 Nutrition and Disease
Chapter19 Fluids and Electrolytes
Chapter20 The Endocrine System
Chapter21 The Nervous System
Chapter22 The Musculoskeletal System