Main description:

Introduction to Basic Aspects of the Autonomic Nervous System, Sixth Edition, Volume One is an all-encompassing reference on the autonomic nervous system's basic function, dysfunction and pathology. This volume describes the anatomy of the autonomic nervous system and its role in the regulation of blood pressure, body temperature, respiration, micturition, digestion and renal function. Additional chapters focus on the autonomic modulation of the neuroendocrine system, sexual function, and immunity. There is also a chapter on mummies and the autonomic nervous system.

With these chapters, readers will gain extensive knowledge on the autonomic nervous system's anatomy, functional organization and neurochemistry, which is critical to care for patients with autonomic disorders and guide patient-oriented research.

Contents:

1. Autonomic Anatomy, histology and neurotransmission 2. Neurogenic control of the circulation, syncope and hypertension 3. Temperature regulation 4. Autonomic modulation of the neuroendocrine system 5. Neurogenic control of respiration 6. The enteric nervous system 7. Autonomic modulation of immunity 8. Neurogenic control of copulatory behavior and sexual function 9. Neurogenic control of renal function 10. Neurogenic control of micturition