PAS-5031 Physiology and Pathophysiology 2
Physiology and Pathophysiology 2 Lectures proceed through organ systems, with presentations emphasizing normal physiology of that system, followed by the pathophysiology of diseases important to that organ system. For each system, lecturers discuss normal function, cellular changes and pathological changes, including inflammatory aspects, infectious conditions, and any neoplastic presentations where appropriate. Genetic mechanisms in health and disease are integrated into each system where applicable, and an understanding of the mechanisms that underlie disease processes and diagnostic tests is also included, providing a foundation for the study of diseases in the Clinical Medicine courses. Clinical cases are utilized; areas of study include: cardiovascular system; respiratory system; renal and urinary systems; gastrointestinal system; dermatology and endocrinology.