Feinberg, T.: BEHAVIOTAL NEUROLOGY & NEUROPSYCHOLOGY, 2nd Ed. - August 2003 - 910 Pag.

Description          
The leading clinical reference on behavioral neurology! This state-of-the-art second edition reflects groundbreaking coverage of both clinical and theoretical aspects of brain-behavior studies. Features five new chapters in such rapidly expanding areas as cerebral plasticity, functional brain imaging, alterations in states of consciousness, and genetics of neural development.

Contents        

21. Hormonal Control of Calcium Metabolism & the Physiology of Bone. Introduction. Calcium & Phosphorus Metabolism. Bone Physiology. Vitamin D & the Hydroxycholecalciferols. The Parathyroid Glands. Calcitonin. Effects of Other Hormones & Humoral. Agents on Calcium Metabolism.

22. The Pituitary Gland. Introduction. Morphology. Intermediate-Lobe. Hormones. Growth Hormone. Physiology of Growth. Pituitary Insufficiency. Pituitary Hyperfunction in Humans.

23. The Gonads: Development & Function of the Reproductive System. Introduction. Sex Differentiation & Development. Chromosomal Sex. Embryology of the Human Reproductive System. Aberrant Sexual Differentiation. Puberty. Precocious & Delayed Puberty. Menopause. Pituitary. Adadotropins & Prolactin.The Male Reproductive System. Structure. Gametogenesis & Ejaculation. Endocrine Function of the Testes. Control of Testicular Function. Abnormalities of Testicular Function. The Female Reproductive System. The Menstrual Cycle. Ovarian Hormones. Control of Ovarian Function. Abnormalities of Ovarian Function. Pregnancy. Lactation.

24. Endocrine Functions of the Kidneys, Heart, and Pineal Gland. Introduction. The Renin-Angiotensin System. Erythropoietin. Hormones of the Heart & Other Natriuretic Factors. Pineal Gland. Section IV References. SECTION V. GASTROINTESTINAL FUNCTION.

25. Digestion & Absorption. Introduction. Carbohydrates. Proteins & Nucleic Acids. Lipids. Absorption of Water & Electrolytes. Absorption of Vitamins & Minerals.

26. Regulation of Gastrointestinal Function. Introduction. General Considerations. Gastrointestinal Hormones. Mouth & Esophagus. Stomach. Exocrine Portion of the Pancreas. Liver & Biliary System. Small Intestine. Colon. Section V References. SECTION VI. CIRCULATION.

27. Circulating Body Fluids. Introduction. Blood. Bone Marrow. White Blood Cells. Immunity. Platelets. Red Blood Cells. Blood Types. Plasma. Hemostasis. Lymph.

28. Origin of the Heartbeat & the Electrical Activity of the Heart. Introduction. Origin & Spread of Cardiac Excitation. The Electrocardiogram. Cardiac Arrhythmias. Electrocardiographic Findings in Other Cardiac & Systemic Diseases.

29. The Heart as a Pump. Introduction. Mechanical Events of the Cardiac Cycle. Cardiac Output.

30. Dynamics of Blood & Lymph Flow. Introduction. Functional Morphology. Biophysical Considerations. Arterial & Arteriolar Circulation. Capillary Circulation. Lymphatic Circulation & Intestinal Fluid Volume. Venous Circulation.

31. Cardiovascular Regulatory Mechanisms. Introduction. Local Regulation. Substances Secreted by the Endothelium. Systemic Regulation by Hormones. Systemic Regulation by the Nervous System.

32. Circulation Through Special Regions

Introduction

Cerebral Circulation

Anatomic Considerations

Cerebrospinal Fluid

The Blood-Brain Barrier

Cerebral Blood Flow & Its Regulation

Brain Metabolism & Oxygen Requirements

Coronary Circulation

Splanchnic Circulation

Cutaneous Circulation

Placental & Fetal Circulation

33. Cardiovascular Homeostasis in Health & Disease

Introduction

Compensation for Gravitational Effects

Exercise

Inflammation & Wound Healing

Shock

Hypertension

Heart Failure

Section VI References

SECTION VII. RESPIRATION

34. Pulmonary Function

Introduction

Properties of Gases

Anatomy of the Lungs

Mechanics of Respiration

Gas Exchange in the Lungs

Pulmonary Circulation

Other Functions of the Respiratory System

35. Gas Transport Between the Lungs & the Tissues

Introduction

Oxygen Transport

Carbod Dioxide Transport

36. Regulation of Respiration

Introduction

Neural Control of Breathing

Regulation of Respiratory Activity

Chemical Control of Breathing

Nonchemical Influences on Respiration

37. Respiratory Adjustments in Health & Disease

Introduction

Effects of Exercise

Hypoxia

Hypoxic Hypoxia

Other Forms of Hypoxia

Oxygen Treatment

Hypercapnia & Hypocapnia

Other Respiratory Abnormalities

Diseases Affecting the Pulmonary Circulation

Effects of Increased Barometric Pressure

Artificial Respiration

Section VII References

SECTION VIII. FORMATION & EXCRETION OF URINE

38. Renal Function & Micturition

Introduction

Functional Anatomy

Renal Circulation

Glomerular Filtration

Tubular Function

Water Excretion

Acidification of the Urine & Bicarbonate Excretion

• Excretion

Regulation of K+ Excretion

Diuretics

Effects of Disordered Renal Function

Filling of the Bladder

Emptying of the Bladder

39. Regulation of Extracellular Fluid Composition & Volume

Introduction

Defense of Tonicity

Defense of Volume

Defense of Specific Ionic Composition

Defense of H+ Concentration

Section VIII References

Self-Study: Objectives, Essay Questions, & Multiple-Choice Questions

Answers to Quantitative & Multiple-Choice Questions

Appendix

Index