This book comprehensively describes the physiological changes and
consequences that occur in humans during spaceflight. It specifically
presents the adaptations of the cardiovascular and the respiratory
system. Specific changes occurring after 10, 20 or more days in space
are depicted. Furthermore, the book explains various effective
countermeasures that are required upon return of the astronauts to
Earth.
The book is a must-have for all biomedical and clinical researchers in
the field of cardiovascular biology and respiration, and a fascinating
reading for all interested laymen, who wish to understand a bit more
about spaceflight research and technology.