Robbins Basic Pathology

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Vinay Kumar, Abul K. Abbas, Jon C. Aster
Elsevier, Mar 28, 2017 - Medical - 935 pages

Part of the trusted Robbins and Cotran family, Robbins Basic Pathology provides a readable, well-illustrated and concise overview of the principles of human pathology that's ideal for today's busy students. This thoroughly revised edition continues with a strong emphasis on pathogenesis and the clinical features of disease, adding new artwork and more schematic diagrams to further aid in summarizing key pathologic processes and expand the already impressive illustration program.

  • Excellent art program boasts high-quality photomicrographs, gross photos, and radiologic images to supplement the world-class illustrations.

  • Bulleted summary boxes provide quick access to key information and easy review of key concepts.

  • Highlights pathogenesis, morphology, and pathophysiologic content throughout.
  • Includes increased and updated clinical topics.

  • New artwork and more schematic diagrams summarize key pathologic processes.

  • An all-star editorial team enables you to gain a rich understanding of all essential pathology concepts.

  • Student Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and images from the book on a variety of devices. You'll also access virtual microscope slides, self-assessment questions, additional images, updated pathology case studies, and Targeted Therapy boxes.

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About the author (2017)

Dr Vinay Kumar has been part of the Faculty at the Department of Biotechnology, Savitribai Phule Pune University since 2009. He received his PhD in Biotechnology and his research interests include stress molecular biology, natural products, plant biotechnology and environmental biotechnology. He has published 39 articles, edited 4 books and contributed to 17 book chapters.

Abul K. Abbas, MBBS, Distinguished Professor and Chair, Department of Pathology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California

Jon C. Aster, MD, PhD, Professor of Pathology, Harvard Medical School; Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

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