General and Systematic Pathology 5e

Second edition of this very successful full colour textbook of pathology for undergraduate medical students. Targeted directly at the core syllabus, General and Systematic Pathology presents the essential information required by undergraduates. In addition it presents pathology in the context of modern medicine and cellular biology.The book is structured around the basic principles of pathology, the mechanisms of disease, and then the systematic pathology (specific diseases affecting individual body systems or organs). To furnish a proper understanding of pathology, each chapter in the systematic section begins with a brief account of the normal structure and function of the organ or system. This second edition responds to global changes in medical education by delivering the important concepts and principles. The style is thorough, but not so laden with detail that it intimidates the student. New improvements include: Text now divided into 3 sections: Basic Pathology, Disease Mechanisms and Systematic Pathology - the new section on Disease Mechanisms responds to academics' comments on the first edition

New chapters on: Genetic and Environmental Basis of Disease, Pathology in Clinical Practice and Ageing and Death Greater emphasis on problem-based learningEach chapter begins with an introductory summary to give essential definitions and core facts. Highlighted key points and high-quality colour diagrams and illustrations make Underwood's General and Systematic Pathology the first choice for the undergraduate.

ISBN : 9780443068898, Author : Underwood, Publisher : Churchill Livingstone - 2009, Dimensions : 27 x 23 cm, Paperback : 857 pages