The first edition of this book was quite successful. As in the first edition, the book is divided into two major sections: cardiac muscle and coronary circula- Several complimentary book reviews appeared soon tion. The book is multidisciplinary and includes after the first edition was published, and written and membrane biophysics, electrophysiology, physiol- oral words of praise and appreciation were given both ogy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, to the publisher and to me by quite a few individuals. and ultrastructure. Thus, the book attempts ro It is because of such positive comments and reactions that the publisher and I decided to embark on a integrate all relevant aspects of the factors influenc- second edition of Physiology and Pathophysiology of the ing the function of the heart as a vital organ under Heart. The second edition was long in preparation, normal and various abnormal conditions. The book taking over a year to complete. All chapter contri- also attempts to set the foundation for an under- butors were asked to revise, improve, and update standing of the action and mechanism of action of a their articles, and all have done so with enthusiasm number of classes of cardioactive drugs.
| ISBN | 9781461282228 |
| Autor(a) | Sperelakis, Nicholas |
| Editora | Springer Publishing |
| Ano de edição | 2011 |
| Páginas | 1040 |
| Acabamento | Brochura |
| Dimensões | 25,40 X 17,80 |