The Lungs at the Extremes of Environment and Age (Respiratory Medicine)

The Lungs at the Extremes of Environment and Age (Respiratory Medicine)

by Erik R. Swenson

This book examines how the lungs respond across a wide range of environmental conditions, from everyday settings to extreme situations. Its goal is to define the effects of these environments on healthy lung function and to explore the clinical implications of physiological changes.

Each chapter is authored by experts and focuses on specific conditions, including high altitude, space, underwater environments, and exercise. One chapter investigates the respiratory adaptations of other vertebrate species living in these extreme environments. Additionally, two chapters explore lung function at the extremes of age, highlighting how developmental and aging processes influence pulmonary responses.

Ideal for practicing physicians in pulmonary and critical care medicine, trainees, and researchers, this comprehensive guide provides a detailed understanding of the physiology and clinical consequences of breathing under extreme conditions.