Physiology and Cardiovascular Pathophysiology

Field of study: Physiology
Description: The studies in physiology explore the mechanisms of the circulatory system, using analytical techniques to investigate the functioning and regulation of the heart and blood vessels. The pathophysiology projects focus on changes in this system in diseases such as hypertension, myocardial infarction, atherosclerosis, arrhythmias, congenital heart diseases, and conditions associated with cardiovascular diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, and exposure to toxins.

These areas are developed through experimental and clinical research. In experimental studies, in vitro, the contraction of cardiac cells and the action of drugs on isolated vessels are analyzed, while in vivo, animal models simulate diseases to test interventions such as physical exercise and new therapies. Clinical research involves epidemiological and observational studies to investigate risk factors and interventions in large populations, as well as clinical trials to evaluate therapies and cardiovascular function in patients.