The Scientific Basis of Urology, Second Edition

Written specifically for urological trainees by a distinguished team of contributors, The Scientific Basis of Urology, Second Edition provides the reader with a thorough coverage of urology. Every area, function, illness and cure of the urinary tract, along with specific discussions of the relevant anatomy and physiology, are discussed in clearly written text, abundantly illustrated with full color photographs and diagrams. Each chapter takes the basic principles of its topic area and expands upon them to ensure maximum understanding. New Chapters in the Second Edition:InflammationShockDetrusor Smooth Muscle PhysiologyPathophysiology of Bladder DysfunctionThe Scientific Basis of UrodynamicsBiology of Cancer and MetastasisMolecular Genetics and Pathology of Renal Cell CarcinomasPrinciples of ChemotherapyUrological and Biochemical Aspects of Transplantation BiologyPerioperative Care of the Urological Patient