Main description:

This is the first textbook solely dedicated to the study of exocrine glands and cells throughout the human body. Students will gain a broad overview of the whole exocrine system, it's structural features and learn to understand it's integral parts in almost all bodily functions.

Taking a systemic approach, the author guides readers through the different organ sites, shapes, methods of secretion and their secretory products. Starting with the glands of the integument, which is covering the outside of the body, the chapters proceed to also discuss the urinary tract, respiratory, digestive and reproductive systems. Various levels of complexity, from single goblet cells to the major organs, are thoroughly explained.

A basic knowledge in histology is advantageous, for the numerous and rich illustrations. With its inviting writing style, this textbook is a perfect learning tool for students in Physiology and Medicine - particularly considering Dentistry, Dermatology, Gastroenterology and Pulmonology.

Contents:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

List of Figures....................................................................xi

List of Tables..................................................................... xii

Acknowledgements..............................................................xiv

Preface..............................................................................v

List of Acronyms................................................................xii

Chapter 1 Introduction to Exocrinology

1.1 Gland

1.2 Types of Exocrine glands

Chapter 2 Exocrine Glands of the Integument

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Basic Histology of the Integumentary System

2.3 Glands of the Integument

Chapter 3 Exocrine Glands of the Respiratory System

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Anatomy and Histology of the Nasal Cavity

3.3 Paranasal Sinuses

3.4 The Nasopharynx, Oropharynx and Larynx

3.5 Respiratory System

Chapter 4 Exocrine Glands of the Alimentary Tract System Section Part I

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Exocrine Glands of the Lips

4.3 Exocrine Glands of the Hard Palate

4.4 Exocrine Glands of the Tongue

4.5 The Major Salivary Glands

Chapter 5 Exocrine Glands of the Alimentary Tract System Section Part II

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Esophagus

5.3 Stomach

5.4 Small Intestines

5.5 Large Intestines

5.6 Rectum and Anal Canal

Chapter 6 Exocrine Glands of the Alimentary Tract System Section III

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Pancreas

6.3 Liver

6.4 Gall Bladder

Chapter 7 Exocrine Glands of the Reproductive System

7.1 Introduction

Chapter 8 Exocrine Glands of the Urinary system

8.1 Introduction

8.2 The Exocrine Kidney

8.3 Ureters

8.4 Bladder

8.5 Urethra

8.6 Urine

Chapter 9 Exocrine Glands of the Sensory Organs

9.1 The Ear

9.2 The Eye

9.3 Glands of the nose and tongue

Index