Isbn: 9780282748395 - observations on the functions of the liver, more especially with reference to the formation of the material known as amyloid substance, or animal ... in the animal economy (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the functions of the liver, particularly its role in the formation of amyloid substance, which is a material similar to starch found in the body. The author, an esteemed surgeon and lecturer, challenges the prevailing notion that amyloid substance is transformed into sugar during life and health. Through meticulous experimentation, he demonstrates that the liver primarily creates and stores this substance, rather than converting it into sugar. The author delves into the physiological relationships of amyloid substance, exploring its presence in the placenta, amnion, and various tissues during embryonic development. He further investigates its pathological manifestation as amyloid degeneration, a condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of starch-like material in organs. This book contributes to our understanding of liver function and the role of amyloid substance in the body. It challenges established theories, providing new insights into the intricate processes of metabolism and tissue development. Readers interested in physiology, biochemistry, and pathology will find this book a valuable resource, offering a fresh perspective on the enigmatic role of amyloid substance in the animal organism. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…