Respiratory Mechanics

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Focusing on the intricate details of respiratory mechanics, this comprehensive book delves into pulmonary mechanics, the respiratory pump, and airflow dynamics. It explores essential topics such as lung recoil influenced by surface tension and tissue forces, gravitational lung deformation, and the interplay of forces on airways and blood vessels. The geometry of the ribs and the mechanics of respiratory muscles are examined, along with airway flow dynamics, including wave-speed and ventilation distribution. It serves as an invaluable resource for professionals in respiratory physiology and related fields.