General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 2 (of 3) by Xavier Bichat
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"General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 2 (of 3)" by Xavier Bichat is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The work delves into the intricate relationships between anatomy, physiology, and medicine, particularly focusing on the capillary systems relevant to the circulatory process. Bichat's analysis reflects his pioneering contributions to understanding organ systems and bodily functions, making the text a significant resource for medical professionals and students. The
opening of the volume introduces Bichat's examination of the capillary systems within the human body. He outlines the distinctions between the general vascular system and the pulmonary capillary system, emphasizing their roles in the exchange of blood types. Through detailed observations and clinical examples, he underscores the importance of capillaries in conducting vital functions like circulation, nutrition, and secretion. Bichat also discusses the variations in blood quality and quantity in different organs and how local irritations can influence blood flow, setting the stage for further exploration of concepts like inflammation and secretions throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bichat, Xavier, 1771-1802 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hayward, George, 1791-1863 |
| Title | General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 2 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Sonya Schermann, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QM: Science: Human anatomy |
| Subject | Human physiology |
| Subject | Human anatomy |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56147 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 518 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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