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Book SynopsisThis new, comprehensive analysis of human cardiovascular control explains the control of pressure, vascular volume and blood flow during orthostatis and exercise. Analysis of the physical properties of the vascular system and their modification by mechanical, neural, and humoural factors is highlighted by novel graphical representations of basic concepts. Interactive effects of the vasculature on cardiac performance and factors that both control and limit oxygen transfer from lungs to cells are stressed. This complete account will prove invaluable for all medical students, physiologists and clinicians who wish to better understand the reflex and hormonal control of the human cardiovascular system.
Trade ReviewIt is a delight to read the historical perspective provided for each of the major concepts discussed as that allows the reader to gain an understanding of the early contributions by a number of scientists to the concepts of cardiovascular control accepted today. Pertinent headings are presented throughout to ease digestion of the wealth of information provided. The illustrations are excellent, each elaborating concepts presented in the text. The author has provided mini summaries at the end of each section so that major points of importance are emphasized ... when finished with this volume I had the feeling that I had just received a thorough education in current concepts of blood pressure regulation. * J.A. Armour, M.D., Ph.d. *
Table of Contentsn 1Passive Effects of Gravity 2: Reflex Control During Orthostasis 3: Neural-Humoral Adjustments to Orthostasis and Long-Term Control 4: Orthostatic Intolerance 5: Central Circulatory Adjustments to Dynamic Exercise 6: Control of Regional Blood Flow During Dynamic Exercise 7: Control of Blood Flow to Dynamically Active Muscles 8: Cardiovascular Adjustments to Isometric Contractions 9: Limitations to Oxygen Uptake During Dynamic Exercise 10: What Signals Govern the Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise? Role of Central Command 11: What Signals Govern the Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise? Reflexes from Active Muscles 12: Arterial Baroreflexes, Central Command, and Muscle Chemoreflexes: A Synthesis
