Costanzo Physiology

Through six highly regarded editions, students and instructors alike have come to appreciate Dr. Linda Costanzo'sclear, helpful writing style, logical organization, and easy-to-follow presentationof a challenging and complex topic in medical education.Costanzo Physiology, 7th Edition, retains the step-by-step, to-the-point approach that makes this text ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Complex concepts are presented in a simple, easy-to-digest manner, and are accompanied bywell-designed figures and tablesthat provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations. Fully updated throughout, this edition remainsthestudents'choice for concise, clear instructionand a strong foundation in human physiology. Offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels,making complex principles easy to understand. Presents information in ashort, simple, and focusedmanner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams. Providesstep-by-step explanationsandeasy-to-follow diagramsclearly depicting physiologic principles. Containsnew coverageof SARS CoV-2 physiology, renal handling of uric acid, delta/delta analysis is acid-base physiology, endolymph physiology, respiratory distress syndrome, compensatory bronchiolar constriction, and more. Includeshigh-yield online featuressuch as student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, andvideo tutorials from Dr. Costanzo. Integratesequations and sample problemsthroughout the text. Features chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points, boxed Clinical Physiology Cases for a more thorough understanding of application, andend-of-chapter questionsto reinforce understanding and retention. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase.Your enhanced eBook allows you to accessall ofthe text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.