Main description:

Part of the trusted Robbins and Cotran family, Robbins Basic Pathology provides a readable, well-illustrated and concise overview of the principles of human pathology that's ideal for today's busy students. This thoroughly revised edition continues with a strong emphasis on pathogenesis and the clinical features of disease, adding new artwork and more schematic diagrams to further aid in summarizing key pathologic processes and expand the already impressive illustration program.

Excellent art program boasts high-quality photomicrographs, gross photos, and radiologic images to supplement the world-class illustrations.

Bulleted summary boxes provide quick access to key information and easy review of key concepts.

Highlights pathogenesis, morphology, and pathophysiologic content throughout.

Includes increased and updated clinical topics.

New artwork and more schematic diagrams summarize key pathologic processes.

An all-star editorial team enables you to gain a rich understanding of all essential pathology concepts.

Student Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and images from the book on a variety of devices. You'll also access virtual microscope slides, self-assessment questions, additional images, updated pathology case studies, and Targeted Therapy boxes.

Contents:

Chapter 1. The Cell as a Unit of Health and Disease

Chapter 2 . Cell Injury, Cell Death, and Adaptations

Chapter 3. Inflammation and Repair

Chapter 4. Hemodynamic Disorders, Thromboembolism, and Shock

Chapter 5 . Diseases of the Immune System

Chapter 6 . Neoplasia

Chapter 7. Genetic and Pediatric Diseases

Chapter 8. Environmental and Nutritional Diseases

Chapter 9. General Pathology of Infectious Diseases

Chapter 10. Blood Vessels

Chapter 11. Heart

Chapter 12. Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Systems

Chapter 13. Lung

Chapter 14. Kidney and Its Collecting System

Chapter 15. Oral Cavities and Gastrointestinal Tract

Chapter 16. Liver and Gallbladder

Chapter 17. Pancreas

Chapter 18. Male Genital System and Lower Urinary Tract

Chapter 19. Female Genital System and Breast

Chapter 20. Endocrine System

Chapter 21. Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissue Tumors

Chapter 22. Peripheral Nerves and Muscles

Chapter 23. Central Nervous System

Chapter 24. Skin