The DVC Libraries own many books in print and electronic formats that you may find helpful to include in your research.
You can start searching our collection using the OneSearch search bar we've provided below. OneSearch is the DVC Library's search function that allows you to search all of the information resources in the library at once.
Search Hint: Try searching for the name of the disease you're researching, or the relevant organ or system of the body along with the keyword "pathophysiology" or "physiology." For example:
"Type 2 Diabetes" AND pathophysiology
Lungs AND physiology
"Cardiovascular system" AND pathophysiology
Background research is the kind of research you do when you want a big picture overview of a topic. It's often the first kind of research you will do to give yourself a solid grounding in your topic before taking a deep dive into specific aspects and issues of interest.
Background research will help you to efficiently :
Use specialized encyclopedias and reference books to find basic facts and outlines of your topic which serve as a foundation for your further explorations. We share a couple of examples below. You can use the search box above to find more sources.
Junqueira's Basic Histology: Text and Atlas, Sixteenth Edition
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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. This user-friendly text and atlas combination is filled with clear explanations, art, and micrographs to elucidate key concepts and facilitate learning For more than four decades, this trusted classic has been considered the hands-down best overview of human tissue structure and function. Accessible yet comprehensive, Junqueiras Basic Histology provides everything you need to know about cell biology and histology, integrating the material with that of biochemistry, immunology, endocrinology, and physiology; it provides an excellent foundation for subsequent studies in pathology. It covers all tissues, every organ system, organs, bone and cartilage, blood, skin, and more. Formatted in a way that optimizes the learning process, Junqueira's explains how to study the structures of cells and tissues; the cell cytoplasm and nucleus; and the four basic tissue types and their role in the organ systems. Each chapter includes multiple-choice self-test questions enabling readers to assess their comprehension of important material; some questions utilizing clinical vignettes or cases to provide real-world relevance. Junqueira's is written specifically for students of medicine and other health-related professions, as well as for advanced undergraduate courses in tissue biology--and there is nothing else like it. Features: Self-test questions in every chapter Key points and summary tables highlight key content Clinical correlations presented with each topic Illustrations depict key aspects of cell biology and histology Electron and light micrographs deliver a definitive atlas of cell, tissue, and organ structures Valuable appendix explains light microscopy stains Lab manual alerts readers to see what they are actually reading about in real-life patients; enhanced lab manual available online Links to Junqueira micrographs
Below are a sample of the kinds of books and ebooks the DVC Libraries have to offer. Use OneSearch to locate even more! And be sure to work with a librarian if you need any help navigating our collection.
Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Visual
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Principles of Human Physiology
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Covers all major organ systems in detail.
Basic Cardiovascular Physiology
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Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders: Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology
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Type 2 Diabetes : From Pathophysiology to Modern Management
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Respiratory Physiology
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This book addresses aspects of respiratory physiology during exercise as well as environmental factors that affect the respiratory system. Chapters cover the most important features of human respiration, including its physiological and pathophysiological mechanisms and impacts on health and disease.
The following video demonstrates how to find and read ebooks from the DVC Library's collection.
