2018年11月16日 · First, we’ll be going through the anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology, and the common diseases associated with the lungs. Then, we’ll tackle the two types of …

2020年7月24日 · Central and peripheral chemoreceptors, as well as mechanoreceptors in the lungs, convey neural and sensory input to the brain to help modulate respiratory drive. The …

Pathophysiology of Respiration is a well-written text designed to familiarize medical students and house staff with the basic physiologic concepts underlying lung disease. These concepts are …

2023年7月20日 · The respiratory system is composed primarily of the nose, oropharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and lungs. The lungs further divide into individual lobes, which …

The pathophysiology of COPD as determined by spirometric function tests is defined by a normal or increased total lung capacity (TLC) and forced vital capacity (FVC) in combination with …

2024年4月29日 · Physiology of the Respiratory System. The major function of the respiratory system is to supply the body with oxygen and to dispose of carbon dioxide. To do this, at least …

The pathophysiology of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is marked by inflammation-mediated disruptions in alveolar-capillary permeability, edema formation, reduced alveolar …

2022年1月1日 · Respiration is controlled by superior centers in the brain stem and affected by internal and external stimuli. The respiratory movements produce characteristic sounds, …

2013年1月1日 · The respiratory system is a vital organ in mammals, whereby oxygen (O 2) is delivered to the red blood cells (erythrocytes) and in tandem (Fréchette and Deslauriers, 2006) …

To understand the clinical presentations of lung disease, it is necessary first to understand the anatomic and functional organization of the lungs that determines normal function. 1. What are …