W. Thomas Starling

W. Thomas Starling was an influential American physiologist renowned for his research on the cardiovascular system and fluid regulation. He made significant contributions to understanding how the body maintains blood pressure and fluid balance, particularly involving the kidney's role in controlling blood volume. His work helped clarify mechanisms behind conditions like edema and hypertension. Starling's studies deepened scientific knowledge about how blood vessels, heart function, and kidney activity interact to keep the body's internal environment stable, shaping modern approaches to cardiovascular health and medicine.