In fact, lung complications rank just behind problems with joints, skin, and blood cell counts, says Ben deBoisblanc, M.D., a professor of medicine and physiology at the Louisiana State University ...

In contrast, diffusion of gases between inhaled air entering the lungs and capillaries occurs within the lungs. Circulation in the fish is accomplished by a two-chambered heart, whereas a four ...

In general, the capacity of the pulmonary system far exceeds the demands required for ventilation and gas exchange during exercise. Endurance training induces large and significant adaptations within ...

In addition to his pioneering work on anatomy, this Arab polymath also made contributions to Islamic studies, jurisprudence, ...

He was appointed Chief of the Pulmonary Division at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1989. He became a Professor Emeritus at the Medical College of Wisconsin and returned to Harbor-UCLA Medical ...

Inspiratory reserve volume is the maximum amount of additional air that can be taken into the lungs after a normal breath. Expiratory reserve volume is the maximum amount of additional air that ...