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Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions,
Edition 8Editors: By Robert J. Hubert, BS, Andrew Sahawneh, DO and Hannah Sahawneh, DO
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01 Sep 2026
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Master the fundamentals of pathophysiology with this concise, easy-to-understand text! Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 8th Edition, helps you learn basic concepts of disorders and disease processes. Known for its readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, this text describes disorders by body system and also describes the interactions between systems. Case studies apply the material to real-life situations. New to this edition is the latest research as well as updates on artificial intelligence and newly developed tools and technologies. No matter which healthcare field you may enter, this book provides solid preparation for the conditions commonly encountered in clinical practice.
Key Features
- Straightforward, readable writing style presents the content in a way that doesn’t overwhelm and yet familiarizes you with necessary scientific and medical terminology
- Discussions of individual disorders follow a "building block" approach, making understanding easier with 1) background, 2) pathophysiology, 3) etiology, 4) signs and symptoms, 5) diagnostic tests, 6) complications, and 7) treatment
- UNIQUE! Apply Your Knowledge questions ask you to use what you’ve learned to predict What can go wrong with this structure or system?, transitioning you from the body’s normal anatomy and physiology into its pathophysiology
- UNIQUE! Think About questions relate to the text’s facts, potential applications, or the integration of concepts, alerting you to important points and helping with self-evaluation, test preparation, and review
- Bigger Picture boxes list the effects of disorders and diseases on other body systems
- Case studies provide realistic, clinical applications of the book’s concepts
- Hundreds of illustrations clarify and reinforce pathophysiology concepts with photographs, flow charts, and schematic diagrams
New Features
- NEW! Enhanced Technology boxes provide a greater emphasis on artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies
- NEW! Updated coverage of disorders reflects the latest information on key conditions
About the author
By Robert J. Hubert, BS, Laboratory Coordinator, Iowa State University, Department of Animal Sciences, Ames, Iowa, USA; Andrew Sahawneh, DO, Doctor of Optometry, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry; Associate Optometric Physician, Bell & Terrezza Optical; Hannah Sahawneh, DO, Doctor of Optometry, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and Optometric Physician, Bell & Terrezza Optical
SECTION I: Pathophysiology: Background and Overview
1. Introduction to Pathophysiology
2. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
3. Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies
4. Pain
SECTION II: Defense/Protective Mechanisms
5. Inflammation and Healing
6. Infection
7. Immunity
SECTION III: Pathophysiology of Body Systems
8. Skin Disorders
9. Musculoskeletal System Disorders
10. Blood and Circulatory System Disorders
11. Lymphatic System Disorders
12. Cardiovascular System Disorders
13. Respiratory System Disorders
14. Nervous System Disorders
15. Disorders of the Eyes, Ears, and Other Sensory Organs
16. Endocrine System Disorders
17. Digestive System Disorders
18. Urinary System Disorders
19. Reproductive System Disorders
SECTION IV: Factors Contributing to Pathophysiology
20. Neoplasms and Cancer
21. Congenital and Genetic Disorders
22. Complications of Pregnancy
23. Complications of Adolescence
24. Complications of Aging
SECTION V: Environmental Factors and Pathophysiology
25. Immobility and Associated Problems
26. Stress and Associated Problems
27. Substance Abuse and Associated Problems
28. Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems
Appendices: Ready References
1: Body Planes, Cavities, Regions, and Fluid Compartments Ready Reference
2: Anatomic Terms Ready Reference
3: Conversion Tables Ready Reference
4: Common Abbreviations and Acronyms Ready Reference
5: Common Diagnostic Studies and Tests Ready Reference
6: Example of a Medical History Ready Reference
7: Disease Index Ready Reference
8: Drug Index Ready Reference
9: Additional Resources
Glossary
Index
1. Introduction to Pathophysiology
2. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
3. Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies
4. Pain
SECTION II: Defense/Protective Mechanisms
5. Inflammation and Healing
6. Infection
7. Immunity
SECTION III: Pathophysiology of Body Systems
8. Skin Disorders
9. Musculoskeletal System Disorders
10. Blood and Circulatory System Disorders
11. Lymphatic System Disorders
12. Cardiovascular System Disorders
13. Respiratory System Disorders
14. Nervous System Disorders
15. Disorders of the Eyes, Ears, and Other Sensory Organs
16. Endocrine System Disorders
17. Digestive System Disorders
18. Urinary System Disorders
19. Reproductive System Disorders
SECTION IV: Factors Contributing to Pathophysiology
20. Neoplasms and Cancer
21. Congenital and Genetic Disorders
22. Complications of Pregnancy
23. Complications of Adolescence
24. Complications of Aging
SECTION V: Environmental Factors and Pathophysiology
25. Immobility and Associated Problems
26. Stress and Associated Problems
27. Substance Abuse and Associated Problems
28. Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems
Appendices: Ready References
1: Body Planes, Cavities, Regions, and Fluid Compartments Ready Reference
2: Anatomic Terms Ready Reference
3: Conversion Tables Ready Reference
4: Common Abbreviations and Acronyms Ready Reference
5: Common Diagnostic Studies and Tests Ready Reference
6: Example of a Medical History Ready Reference
7: Disease Index Ready Reference
8: Drug Index Ready Reference
9: Additional Resources
Glossary
Index
ISBN:
9780443284342
Page Count:
720
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Health profession students required to take a pathophysiology course