Renal medicine and nephrology Books

Book SynopsisPacked with evidence-based, practical information on all aspects of dialysis training and therapy, Handbook of Dialysis, 6th Edition, covers everything from preparation and procedures to surgery, problems, and side effects. Edited by Drs. John T. Daugirdas, Peter G. Blake, and Todd S. Ing, and authored by international nephrology experts, this easy-to-use handbook offers concise, up-to-date guidance for clinicians and dialysis providers. Each chapter addresses a different area of patient management, including diagnostic workups, patient safety, and basic and advanced patient monitoring issues in acute dialysis and hemodialysis cases. Features a quick-reference, outline format; numerous tables, diagrams, and charts; and a new four-color design for visual appeal and faster navigation Offers complete, concise coverage of peritoneal dialysis, acute dialysis, hemodiafiltration, home and intensive dialysis, blood-based therapies, the physiology of peritoneal dialysis, diabetes, hypertension, optimal management of anemia, infections, nutrition, mineral bone disorder, and much more Contains new coverage of incremental dialysis and technological methods of volume control and a new chapter on patient reported outcomes and experience measures in dialysis Includes new data on high convective volume therapy, new antibiotics to prevent various catheter infections, expanded coverage of hemoperfusion and CRRT, and updated references and readings throughout Provides more emphasis on high molecular weight uremic toxin removal and removal of protein-bound uremic toxins

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Book SynopsisUp to date and easily accessible, Manual of Nephrology, 9th Edition, edited by Drs. Edgar V. Lerma and Seth Furgeson, offers solid, practical guidance on common renal problems—causes, symptoms, treatments, and complications. Up-to-date content and images, a new full-color format, and a new editorial and author team ensure that you stay up to date with the latest scientific research and clinical recommendations on the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic kidney disease. Provides practical, accessible coverage of electrolyte and acid-based disorders, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, acute or chronic renal failure, hypertension, kidney disease in pregnancy, and much more Includes a comprehensive drug dosing chart with specific recommendations on more than 500 drugs Contains seven new chapters, including The Nephrology Consult (Urine examination, Urine studies interpretation, Imaging), The Patient with Diabetic Kidney Disease, The Patient with Cancer and Kidney Involvement Features a visually appealing, full-color format with new and updated high-quality images An indispensable guide for all healthcare providers in the field of nephrology, including practicing specialists, fellows, internal medicine residents, students, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants Enrich your eBook reading experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This comprehensive book covers medical topics relevant to today's clinicians. It is divided into five sections, including diseases and disorders, differential diagnosis, clinical algorithms, laboratory tests and interpretation of results, and clinical practice guidelines. The Ebook contains additional content on clinical topics as well as patient teaching guides." ©Doody's Review Service, 2023, Mark Cason Rudy, MD (University of Kentucky College of Medicine) Doody's Score: 5 Stars!Table of ContentsSECTION I Essential Renal Anatomy and Physiology 1 Renal Anatomy 2 Renal Physiology SECTION II Investigation of Renal Disease 3 Assessment of Glomerular Filtration Rate 4 Urinalysis 5 Point of Care Ultrasound in Nephrology 6 Radiologic and Nuclear Imaging in Nephrology 7 Kidney Biopsy SECTION III Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders 8 Disorders of Extracellular Volume 9 Disorders of Water Metabolism 10 Disorders of Potassium Metabolism 11 Disorders of Calcium, Phosphate, and Magnesium Metabolism 12 Normal Acid-Base Balance 13 Metabolic Acidosis 14 Metabolic Alkalosis 15 Respiratory Acidosis, Respiratory Alkalosis, and Mixed Acid-Base Disorders SECTION IV Glomerular Disease 16 Introduction to Glomerular Disease: Clinical Presentations 17 Introduction to Glomerular Disease: Histologic Classification and Pathogenesis 18 Minimal Change Disease 19 Primary and Secondary (Nongenetic) Causes of Focal and Segmental Glomerulosclerosis 20 Inherited Causes of Nephrotic Syndrome 21 Membranous Nephropathy 22 Immunoglobulin-Mediated Glomerulonephritis With a Membranoproliferative Pattern of Injury and Cryoglobulinemic Glomerulonephritis 23 Glomerulonephritis Associated With Complement Disorders 24 Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy and Immunoglobulin A Vasculitis (Henoch-Schönlein Purpura) 25 Anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane Disease and Goodpasture Disease 26 Renal and Systemic Vasculitis 27 Lupus Nephritis 28 Monoclonal Immunoglobulin-Related Glomerular Diseases and Renal Amyloidosis 29 Rare Glomerular Disorders 30 Thrombotic Microangiopathies, Including Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome SECTION V Diabetic Kidney Disease 31 Pathogenesis, Clinical Manifestations, and Natural History of Diabetic Kidney Disease 32 Prevention and Treatment of Diabetic Kidney Disease 33 Management of Patients With Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease SECTION VI Hypertension 34 Normal Blood Pressure Control and the Evaluation of Hypertension 35 Primary Hypertension 36 Nonpharmacologic Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension 37 Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension 38 Evaluation and Treatment of Hypertensive Urgencies and Emergencies 39 Endocrine Causes of Hypertension: Aldosterone 40 Other Endocrine Causes of Hypertension 41 Neurogenic Hypertension, Including Hypertension Associated With Stroke or Spinal Cord Injury 42 Blood Pressure Management in the Dialysis Patient SECTION VII Renovascular Disease 43 Renovascular Hypertension, Atherosclerotic Renal Vascular Disease, and Thromboembolic Kidney Disease SECTION VIII Pregnancy and Renal Disease 44 Kidney Physiology and Complications in Normal Pregnancy 45 Pregnancy With Preexisting Kidney Disease SECTION IX Hereditary and Congenital Diseases of the Kidney 46 Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease 47 Other Cystic Kidney Diseases 48 Alport Syndrome and Other Familial Glomerular Syndromes 49 Inherited Disorders of Sodium and Water Handling 50 Fanconi Syndrome and Other Proximal Tubule Disorders 51 Sickle Cell Diseases and the Kidney 52 Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract SECTION X Infectious Diseases and the Kidney 53 Urinary Tract Infections in Adults 54 Tuberculosis of the Urinary Tract 55 Fungal Infections of the Urinary Tract 56 The Kidney in Schistosomiasis 57 Glomerular Diseases Associated With Infection 58 Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection and the Kidney 59 Kidney Diseases Associated With Coronaviruses SECTION XI Urologic Disorders 60 Nephrolithiasis and Nephrocalcinosis 61 Urinary Tract Obstruction 62 Primary Vesicoureteral Reflux and Reflux Nephropathy 63 Urologic Issues for the Nephrologist SECTION XII Tubulointerstitial and Vascular Diseases 64 Acute Interstitial Nephritis 65 Chronic Interstitial Nephritis 66 Endemic Nephropathies SECTION XIII Renal Disease and Cancer 67 Oncology: Kidney Disease in Cancer Patients 68 Myeloma and the Kidney 69 Kidney Disease in Liver, Cardiac, Lung, and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation SECTION XIV Acute Kidney Injury 70 Pathophysiology and Etiology of Acute Kidney Injury 71 Acute Kidney Injury in the Tropics 72 Diagnosis and Clinical Evaluation of Acute Kidney Injury 73 Epidemiology and Prognostic Impact of Acute Kidney Injury and Acute Kidney Disease 74 Prevention and Nondialytic Management of Acute Kidney Injury 75 Extracorporeal Therapies for Acute Kidney Injury and Heart Failure 76 Hepatorenal Syndrome SECTION XV Drug Therapy in Kidney Disease 77 Principles of Drug Therapy, Dosing, and Prescribing in Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Replacement Therapy 78 Common Issues in Prescribing in Kidney Disease and Kidney Replacement Therapy 79 Herbal and Over-the-Counter Medicines and the Kidney SECTION XVI Chronic Kidney Disease and Uremic Syndrome 80 Epidemiology of Chronic Kidney Disease and Dialysis 81 Pathophysiology of Disease Progression in Proteinuric and Nonproteinuric Kidney Disease 82 Slowing the Progression of Kidney Disease 83 Clinical Evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease 84 Pathogenesis and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease 85 Practical Management of Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease 86 Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease 87 Other Blood and Immune Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease 88 Bone and Mineral Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease 89 Neurologic Complications of Chronic Kidney Disease 90 Nutrition in Chronic Kidney Disease 91 Dermatologic Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease 92 Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease and Malignant Neoplasms SECTION XVII Geriatric and Palliative Nephrology 93 Geriatric Nephrology 94 Palliative Nephrology SECTION XVIII Dialytic Therapies 95 Approach to Kidney Replacement Therapy 96 Vascular Access for Hemodialysis 97 Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology 98 Hemodialysis 99 Hemodialysis 100 Acute Complications During Hemodialysis 101 Peritoneal Dialysis: Principles, Techniques, and Adequacy 102 Complications of Peritoneal Dialysis 103 Extracorporeal Therapies for Drug Overdose and Poisoning 104 Plasma Exchange SECTION XIX Transplantation 105 Immunologic Principles in Kidney Transplantation 106 Immunosuppressive Medications in Kidney Transplantation 107 Evaluation and Preoperative Management of Kidney Transplant Recipient and Donor 108 Kidney Transplantation Surgery 109 Prophylaxis and Treatment of Kidney Transplant Rejection 110 Infections and Malignancies in the Kidney Transplant Recipient 111 Cardiovascular Disease and Metabolic Abnormalities in the Kidney Transplant Recipient 112 Chronic Allograft Injury 113 Recurrent Disease in Kidney Transplantation 114 Outcomes of Kidney Transplantation: Identification, Measures, and Evaluation Index

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Book SynopsisEureka: Renal Medicine is an innovative book for medical students that fully integrates core science, clinical medicine and surgery. The book benefits from an engaging and authoritative text, written by specialists in the field, and has several key features to help you really understand the subject: Chapter starter questions - to get you thinking about the topic before you start reading Break out boxes which contain essential key knowledge Clinical cases to help you understand the material in a clinical context Unique graphic narratives which are especially useful for visual learners End of chapter answers to the starter questions A final self-assessment chapter of Single Best Answers to really help test and reinforce your knowledge The First Principles chapter clearly explains the key concepts, processes and structures of the renal system.The Clinical Essentials chapter provides an overview of the symptoms and signs of renal disease, relevant history and examination techniques, investigations and management options.A series of disease-based chapters give concise descriptions of all major disorders, e.g. chronic kidney disease, each chapter is introduced by engaging clinical cases that feature unique graphic narratives.The Emergencies chapter covers the principles of immediate care in situations, such as hyperkalaemia and kidney stones.An Integrated Care chapter discusses strategies for the management of chronic conditions across primary and other care settings. Finally, the Self-Assessment chapter comprises 80 multiple choice questions in clinical Single Best Answer format, to thoroughly test your understanding of the subject. The Eureka series of books are designed to be a ''one stop shop'': they contain all the key information you need to know to succeed in your studies and pass your exams.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Having participated in numerous ward rounds, I can say with some degree of certainty that this book will be a valuable quick reference during rounds. I will not hesitate to recommend it to all nephrologists, especially those in training." -Kenneth Kafui Afenya, MD (University of Kentucky College of Medicine) for Doody's Review ServiceTable of ContentsPART I. PATIENT ASSESSMENT 1. History and Physical Diagnosis 2. Urinalysis 3. Measurement of GFR 4. Imaging Techniques 5. Renal Biopsy PART II. ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY 6. Epidemiology, Etiology, Pathophysiology and Diagnosis 7. Management Options: CRRT 8. Hepatorenal Syndrome 9. Cardiorenal Syndrome 10. Medications 11. Sepsis 12. Rhabdomyolysis 13. Tumor Lysis Syndrome 14. Contrast-induced Nephropathy 15. Acute Glomerulonephritis and RPGN 16. Nephrotic Syndrome 17. Obstructive Uropathy 18. Nephrolithiasis PART III. CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE 19. Epidemiology, Etiology, Pathophysiology and Staging 20. Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease 21. Renal Osteodystrophy 22. Cardiovascular Disease 23. Hyperlipidemia 24. Nutrition 25. Management of the Patient with Progressive Renal Failure 26. Drug Dosing in patients with CKD PART IV. PRIMARY GLOMERULAR DISORDERS 27. Minimal Change Disease 28. Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis 29. Membranous Nephropathy 30. IgA Nephropathy and Henoch Schonlein Disease 31. Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis PART V. SECONDARY GLOMERULAR DISORDERS 32. Diabetic Nephropathy 33. Lupus Nephritis 34. Dysproteinemias or Light Chain Diseases 35. Vascultides 36. Thrombotic Microangiopathies PART VI. INFECTION ASSOCIATED GLOMERULEONEPHRITIDES 37. Post-infectious Glomereulonephritis 38. Viral Hepatitis-Associated Glomerulonephritis 39. HIV-Associated Renal Disorders PART VII. OTHER RENAL PARENCHYMAL DISEASES 40. Fabry Disease 41. Cystic Diseases of the Kidneys 42. Other Hereditary Renal Disorders 43. Tubulointerstitial Diseases 44. Urinary Tract Infections 45. Renal Neoplasias VIII. RENAL DISEASES IN SPECIAL POPULATIONS 46. Renal Disease and Hypertension in Pregnancy 47. Sickle Cell Nephropathy 48. Renal Disease in the Elderly PART IX. TREATMENT OPTIONS 49. Hemodialysis 50. Home Dialysis 51. Peritoneal Dialysis 52. Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis) PART X. TRANSPLANTATION 53. Epidemiology and Outcomes 54. Donor and Recipient Evaluation 55. Immunosuppression 56. Rejection of the Renal Transplant 57. Post-Transplant Malignancies 58. Post-Transplant Infections 59. Primary Care of the Renal Transplant Patient PART XI. HYPERTENSION 60. Primary Hypertension 61. Renal Parenchymal Hypertension 62. Renovascular Disease 63. Endocrine Hypertension 64. Other Forms of Secondary Hypertension 65. Renal Diseases in African-Americans 66. Resistant Hypertension 67. Hypertensive Emergencies 68. Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension 69. Non-pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension PART XII. ACID-BASE AND ELECTROLYTE DISORDERS 70. Volume Disorders 71. Genetic Disorders of Na Transport 72. Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia 73. Hypokalemia and Hyperkalemia 74. Hypocalcemia and Hypercalcemia 75. Disorders of Phosphorus Metabolism 76. Disorders of Magnesium Metabolism 77. Metabolic Acidosis 78. Metabolic Alkalosis PART XIII. ONCONEPHROLOGY 79. Onconephrology PART XIV. PALLIATIVE CARE NEPHROLOGY 80. Palliative Care Nephrology PART XV. NEPHROLOGY BEGINNINGS 81. Nephrology Beginnings PART XVI. NEPHROLOGY TRIVIA 82. Nephrology Trivia

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Book SynopsisConcise, readable, and well-illustrated, Handbook of Glomerulonephritis is a convenient, one-stop resource for physicians, residents and fellows, advanced practice professionals, and nurses who are involved with the care of patients with glomerular diseases. Drs. Patrick H. Nachman, Michelle Rheault, and Edgar V. Lerma, along with a team of internationally renowned glomerulonephritis experts, provide practical guidance on both adult and pediatric glomerular diseases, across the spectrum of clinical presentations and pathogenic mechanisms.

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Book SynopsisThe revised fourth edition of this comprehensive handbook continues to provide a reliable, compact guide to all aspects of dialysis, incorporating best practice guidelines and including the most to up-to-date information on new techniques and patient management options.Trade ReviewIt is a good book. . . ideal for healthcare professionals new to dialysis or those wanting to learn more. . . A quality and practical book which helps you to manage patients. * Dr Harry Brown, Glycosmedia.com *Table of Contents1. The new patient with renal failure ; 2. Haemodialysis ; 3. Nursing a patient on haemodialysis ; 4. Home and Frequent Haemodialysis ; 5. Peritoneal dialysis ; 6. Nursing issues in peritoneal dialysis ; 7. Renal replacement therapy in acute kidney injury ; 8. Nutrition on dialysis ; 9. Special situations ; 10. Complications of ESKD: anaemia ; 11. Complications of ESKD: bone mineral disorders ; 12. Complications of ESKD: cardiovascular disease ; 13. Complications of ESKD: infection ; 14. Symptoms related to ESKD ; 15. Other complications of ESKD ; 16. Death in dialysis patients ; 17. Transplantation for dialysis patients ; 18. Drug Dosing ; 19. Standards and guidelines

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Book SynopsisThis handbook provides clear information and practical advice about the day-to-day management of patients with renal disease.Trade ReviewI would highly recommend this handy reference work - it will be useful for both experienced and less experienced colleagues. * Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association *This is an excellent resource for quick access to practical information on a wide spectrum of topics in nephrology...Overall, this second edition provides some needed updates, and continues to be one of the best resources for clinicians managing nephrology and hypertensive patients. * Doody's Notes *Table of Contents1. Clinical assessment of the renal patient ; 2. Acute kidney injury ; 3. Chronic kidney disease ; 4. Dialysis ; 5. Transplantation ; 6. Hypertension ; 7. Diseases of the kidney ; 8. The kidney in systemic disease ; 9. Essential urology ; 10. Fluids and electrolytes ; 11. Pregnancy and the kidney ; 12. Drugs and the kidney ; 13. Renal physiology

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsINTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1 PHYSIOLOGY OF BODY FLUIDS Objectives Concept of Steady-State Balance Physicochemical Properties of Electrolyte Solutions Molarity and Equivalence Osmosis and Osmotic Pressure Osmolarity and Osmolality Tonicity Oncotic Pressure Specific Gravity Volumes of Body Fluid Compartments Composition of Body Fluid Compartments Fluid Exchange between Body Fluid Compartments Capillary Fluid Exchange Cellular Fluid Exchange Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 2 STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE KIDNEYS Objectives Structure of the Kidneys Gross Anatomy Ultrastructure of the Nephron Ultrastructure of the Glomerulus Ultrastructure of the Juxtaglomerular Apparatus Innervation of the Kidneys Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 3 GLOMERULAR FILTRATION AND RENAL BLOOD FLOW Objectives Renal Clearance Glomerular Filtration Rate Glomerular Filtration Determinants of Ultrafiltrate Composition Dynamics of Ultrafiltration Renal Blood Flow Regulation of Renal Blood Flow and Glomerular Filtration Rate Sympathetic Nerves Angiotensin II Prostaglandins Nitric Oxide Endothelin Bradykinin Adenosine Natriuretic Peptides Adenosine Triphosphate Glucocorticoids Histamine Dopamine Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 4 RENAL TRANSPORT MECHANISMS: NaCl AND WATER ABSORPTION ALONG THE NEPHRON Objectives General Principles of Membrane Transport General Principles of Transepithelial Solute and Water Transport NaCl, Solute, and Water Reabsorption Along the Nephron Proximal Tubule Henle's Loop Distal Tubule and Collecting Duct Regulation of NaCl and Water Reabsorption Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 5 REGULATION OF BODY FLUID OSMOLALITY: REGULATION OF WATER BALANCE Objectives Arginine Vasopressin Osmotic Control of Arginine Vasopressin Secretion Hemodynamic Control of Arginine Vasopressin Secretion Arginine Vasopressin Actions on the Kidneys Thirst Renal Mechanisms for Dilution and Concentration of the Urine Medullary Interstitium Vasa Recta Function Assessment of Renal Diluting and Concentrating Ability Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 6 REGULATION OF EXTRACELLULAR FLUID VOLUME AND NaCl BALANCE Objectives Whole-Body Na+ Balance Concept of Effective Circulating Volume Volume-Sensing Systems Volume Sensors in the Low-Pressure Cardiopulmonary Circuit Volume Sensors in the High-Pressure Arterial Circuit Volume Sensor Signals Renal Sympathetic Nerves Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Natriuretic Peptides Arginine Vasopressin Control of Renal NaCl Excretion During Euvolemia Mechanisms for Maintaining Constant Na+ Delivery to the Distal Tubule in Euvolemia Regulation of Distal Tubule and Collecting Duct Na+ Reabsorption in Euvolemia Control of Na+ Excretion with Volume Expansion Control of Na+ Excretion with Volume Contraction Edema Alterations in Starling Forces Capillary Hydrostatic Pressure (Pc) Plasma Oncotic Pressure (pc) Lymphatic Obstruction Capillary Permeability Role of the Kidneys Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 7 REGULATION OF POTASSIUM BALANCE Objectives Overview of K+ Homeostasis Regulation of Plasma [K+] Epinephrine Insulin Aldosterone Alterations of Plasma [K+] Acid-Base Balance Plasma Osmolality Cell Lysis Exercise K+ Excretion by the Kidneys Cellular Mechanisms of K+ Transport by Principal Cells and Intercalated Cells in the Distal Tubule and Collecting Duct Regulation of K+ Secretion by the Distal Tubule and Collecting Duct Plasma [K+] Aldosterone Arginine Vasopressin Factors that Perturb K+ Excretion Flow of Tubular Fluid Acid-Base Balance Glucocorticoids Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 8 REGULATION OF ACID-BASE BALANCE Objectives Buffer System Overview of Acid-Base Balance Renal Net Acid Excretion Reabsorption Along the Nephron Regulation of H+ Secretion Formation of New Response to Acid-Base Disorders Extracellular and Intracellular Buffers Respiratory Compensation Renal Compensation Simple Acid-Base Disorders Metabolic Acidosis Metabolic Alkalosis Respiratory Acidosis Respiratory Alkalosis Analysis of Acid-Base Disorders Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 9 REGULATION OF CALCIUM AND PHOSPHATE HOMEOSTASIS Objectives Calcium Overview of Ca++ Homeostasis Ca++ Transport Along the Nephron Regulation of Urinary Ca++ Excretion Calcium-Sensing Receptor Phosphate Overview of Pi Homeostasis Pi Transport Along the Nephron Regulation of Urinary Pi Excretion Integrative Review of Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitriol on Ca++ and Pi Homeostasis Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems CHAPTER 10 PHYSIOLOGY OF DIURETIC ACTION Objectives General Principles of Diuretic Action Sites of Action of Diuretics Response of Other Nephron Segments Adequate Delivery of Diuretics to Their Site of Action Volume of the Extracellular Fluid Diuretic Braking Phenomenon Mechanisms of Action of Diuretics Osmotic Diuretics Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors Loop Diuretics Thiazide Diuretics K+-Sparing Diuretics Aquaretics Effect of Diuretics on the Excretion of Water and Other Solutes Solute-Free Water K+ Excretion HCO Excretion Ca++ and Pi Excretion Summary Key Words and Concepts Self-Study Problems ADDITIONAL READING A P P E N D I X A INTEGRATIVE CASE STUDIES A P P E N D I X B NORMAL LABORATORY VALUES A P P E N D I X C NEPHRON FUNCTION A P P E N D I X D ANSWERS TO SELF-STUDY PROBLEMS A P P E N D I X E ANSWERS TO INTEGRATIVE CASE STUDIES A P P E N D I X F REVIEW EXAMINATION APPENDIX G ANSWERS TO REVIEW EXAMINATION INDEX

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This book is a very practical, clinically useful series of concise cases presented for clinicians at all levels of training. An ebook version is included as well." ©Doody's Review Service, 2023, Joseph Russell Hageman, MD (Comer Children's Hospital) Doody's Score: 4 Stars!Table of Contents1 Hyponatremia 2 Hypernatremia 3 Hypokalemia 4 Hyperkalemia 5 Metabolic Alkalosis 6 Metabolic Acidosis 7 Hypocalcemia 8 Hypercalcemia 9 Hypophosphatemia 10 Hyperphosphatemia 11 Hypomagnesemia 12 Hypermagnesemia Index

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Book SynopsisConcise, thorough, and easy to use, Handbook of Nephrology and Hypertension 7th Edition, provides authoritative guidance on diagnosing and treating patients with a wide range of kidney disorders and hypertension, including coverage of dialysis and transplantation. Lead editor Dr. Christopher Wilcox and his team of section editors Drs. Michael Choi, Limeng Chen, Winfred N. Williams, and Mark S. Segal oversee a group of expert authors, both faculty and fellows, who focus on common problems and challenges in this complex field. Brief, focused chapters contain abundant figures and algorithms and have been updated to reflect new findings in renal cystic diseases, new drugs used for hypertension, transplantation and renal protection, and much more. Includes new chapters on Urinalysis and Hematuria, Hypertensive Nephropathy, Drug Use in Kidney Disease, Resistant and Secondary Forms of Hypertension, and Medical Reimbursement and Economics of Nephrology Practice Contains dedicated chapters on drugs for edema, hypertension, and glomerulonephritis, as well as drugs pertaining to renal transplant, covering how to select and use drugs, doses, and adverse effects, and how prescribing should be altered in patients with renal insufficiency Features a new four-color design and more figures and algorithms throughout Shares the experience and knowledge of distinguished international authors from top universities in both the U.S. and China, with many chapters co-authored by a faculty and a fellow Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisDesigned specifically for nephrologists and trainees practicing in the ICU, Handbook of Critical Care Nephrology is a portable critical care reference with a unique and practical nephrology focus. Full-color illustrations, numerous algorithms, and intuitively arranged contents make this manual a must-have resource for nephrology in today’s ICU. Covers all essential topics related to nephrology in the ICU, including ICU monitoring, drugs and blood products, imaging, acute kidney injury, electrolytes and acid-base disorders, poisonings and intoxications, extracorporeal therapies, organ transplantation, and ethics and palliative care. Provides valuable information on specific conditions including sepsis, obstetrics, abdominal compartment syndrome, AKI in burns and trauma, gastrointestinal bleeding, neurological emergencies, environmental topics such as hemorrhagic fever and terrorism, hematologic/oncologic emergencies, and more. Includes easy-to-understand visual abstracts of key studies. Enrich Your Ebook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisUp-to-date, easy-to-read, and rich with dynamic visual aids and engaging learning resources, Renal Pathophysiology: The Essentials, 6th Edition, helps you develop a confident understanding of the complex mechanisms that cause kidney dysfunction and disease. This case-based approach grounds renal disease in realistic scenarios that open each chapter and are accompanied by learning objectives and integrated open-ended questions to reinforce your mastery of the material and challenge you to apply what you’ve learned. Updated with the latest clinical advances and research as well as new cases, questions, and online tools, this 6th Edition makes difficult concepts approachable and helps you establish a foundation for success in clinical practice. UPDATED! Content keeps students current with the latest developments in diagnosis and treatment of kidney dysfunction and renal disease, including expanded coverage of interstitial diseases. UPDATED! Case Presentations in each chapter—including additional cases new to this edition—provide critical practice applying knowledge to real clinical situations. UPDATED! Thought Questions & Answers in every chapter encourage reflection and provide valuable self-assessment, including new questions available in the text and online. NEW! Animations available online clarify important renal pathophysiology concepts in vivid detail. Case Discussions close out each chapter with the opportunity to compare possible approaches and reinforce the correct ones.

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Book SynopsisDesigned for portability and quick reference, Pocket Nephrology, 2nd Edition, provides essential information needed by practitioners and trainees on a daily basis, and is an excellent resource for clinical board review. Written and edited by Drs. Wooin Ahn, Jai Radhakrishnan, and a team of world-class nephrologists from Columbia University Medical Center, this fully updated volume provides a concise and focused review of all areas of nephrology in one easy-to-navigate, pocket-sized notebook. Contains fully updated core clinical topics on everything from basic dialysis prescription to drug dosing for CRRT—making it a must-have reference for quick dosage checks, drug and treatment information, complex acid-base physiology, and much more Mirrors the thought process of nephrologists in day-to-day practice, providing current, evidence-based clinical recommendations from cover to cover Contains a new section on genetics, as well as all-new chapters on SLGT2 inhibitors, ADH and ADH antagonists, and apolipoprotein 1 nephropathy Follows the bestselling, Pocket Notebook format, featuring bulleted lists, tables, diagrams, and algorithms that make essential facts easy to find and retain Includes useful illustrations throughout, including new radiology images,  line drawings, and a full-color photo insert An invaluable tool for nephrology physicians and fellows, medical residents, NPs and PAs, and others who are interested in nephrology

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"One of the strengths of this book is the educational format, which promotes gradual learning, yet it also provides a quick reference with its diagnostic charts and algorithms and its comprehensive index. The case studies and reviews are methods that ensure clinical application of the information, and the integration of margin notes and colored key point boxes assists in clarifying the information." - Taha Ayach, MD (University of Kentucky College of Medicine) for Doody's Review ServicesTable of ContentsSection One Acid Base Chapter 1 Principles of Acid-Base Physiology Chapter 2 Tools to Use to Diagnose Acid-Base Disorders Chapter 3 Metabolic Acidosis: Clinical Approach Chapter 4 Metabolic Acidosis caused by a Deficit of NaHCO3 Chapter 5 Ketoacidosis Chapter 6 Metabolic Acidosis: Acid Gain Types Chapter 7 Metabolic Alkalosis Chapter 8 Respiratory Acid-Base Disturbances Section Two Salt and Water Chapter 9 Sodium and Water Physiology Chapter10 Hyponatremia Chapter 11 Hypernatremia Chapter 12 Polyuria Section Three Potassium Chapter 13 Potassium Physiology Chapter 14 Hypokalemia Chapter 15 Hyperkalemia Section Four Integrative Physiology Chapter 16 Hyperglycemia List of Cases List of Flow Charts Index

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDoody's Core Titles® 2022 "I have reviewed previous editions of this book and I am as enthusiastic about this edition as I was about the previous ones. This is an ideal book for those starting to learn renal pathology as residents or even medical students. On the other hand, it also could serve well diagnostic pathologists who do not see too many renal biopsies in their daily practice or those who would like to learn about new developments in nephropathology. In its updated and expanded form, this book should be part pathology departmental libraries as well as central medical libraries." ©Doody's Review Service, 2022, Ivan Damjanov, MD,PhD (University of Kansas Medical Center)Table of Contents1. Approach to Diagnosis of the Kidney Biopsy 2. Normal Growth and Maturation 3. Glomerular Diseases 4. Vascular Diseases 5. Tubulointerstitial Diseases 6. Endemic Nephropathies 7. Chronic Kidney Disease 8. Renal Transplantation 9. Cystic Diseases of the Kidney 10. Renal Neoplasia

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction to Nephrology Chapter 2: Symptoms, Signs, and Differential Diagnosis Chapter 3: Renal Physiology Chapter 4: Urinalysis and Diagnostic Tests Chapter 5: Water and Electrolyte Disorders Chapter 6: Acid-base Disorders Chapter 7: Glomerular Diseases Chapter 8: Interstitial, Cystic, Obstructive, and Infectious Kidney Diseases Chapter 9: Kidney Disorders in Other Diseases Chapter 10: Hypertension and Renal Artery Stenosis Chapter 11: Kidney Stones Chapter 12: Acute Kidney Injury/Acute Renal Failure Chapter 13: Chronic Kidney Diseases Chapter 14: Dialysis Chapter 15: Kidney Transplantation Chapter 16: Lab Values for Nephrology Appendix

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Book SynopsisAsk rheumatologists what is one thing that they most desire and they will say:âœI wish I knew more about nephrology so I could care for patients whose rheumatologic diseases manifest with renal complications. Nephrologists feel just the same, seeking to understand the implications that autoimmune diseases have for their patients.âAs part of the Interdisciplinary Rheumatology book series, this book will serve as a dialogue between rheumatologists and nephrologists and provide a masterclass from world-renowned experts on these topics. Led by a team of international editors with in-depth knowledge and cutting-edge research on topics like vasculitis and systemic lupus erythematous, among others.Key Features: Provides a clinical approach to the patient with nephrologic manifestations of rheumatic disease. Details cutting-edge research with inputs from the worldâs leading experts, for both nephrologists and rheumatologists. Discusses possible fu

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Book SynopsisLecture Notes: Nephrology is a concise introduction to the fundamental principles of nephrology. An ideal study guide for medical trainees, this accessible resource combines the depth of a textbook with the accessibility of a handbook. Succinct chapters describe the clinical implications of renal physiology, examine major renal disorders and diseases, and explain a wide range of management and treatment options. A new addition to the popular Lecture Notes series, this handbook provides trainees in nephrology with core subject knowledge and enables medical students to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this complex specialty. Offers clear, easy-to-understand coverage of all relevant nephrology topicsIncludes MCQs and discussion around the answers, ideal for those preparing for written Internal Medicine examinations, including the certification examination of the American Board of Internal Medicine, the UK-based MRCP and the Australia and New Zealand-based FRACP examinationsFeatures chapter summaries and numerous infographics, tables and figuresEmphasises core management skills needed by medical students and junior doctorsIs presented in the consistent and well-recognised Lecture Notes formatTable of ContentsList of Contributors ix Foreword xi Acknowledgements xiii 1 Clinical Implications of Renal Physiology 1 2 Investigation of Renal Diseases 21 3 Disorders of the Renal Tubules Leading to Disturbances of Acid–Base and Potassium 41 4 Renal Stones 535 Kidney Cancer 67 6 Acute Kidney Injury 77 7 Chronic Kidney Disease 89 8 Nephrotic Syndrome 111 9 Glomerulonephritis 127 10 Renal Vasculitis and Lupus Nephritis 143 11 Renovascular Hypertension, Pregnancy‐Related Hypertension, and Thrombotic Microangiopathies 163 12 Hereditary and Familial Renal Diseases 181 13 Hepatorenal Syndrome 195 14 Infections of the Kidney 203 15 Diabetic Nephropathy 215 16 Kidney Disease in Myeloma and Other Monoclonal Gammopathies 231 17 Tubulointerstitial Diseases 245 18 Maintenance Haemodialysis 257 19 Peritoneal Dialysis: Principles, Indications, and Common Complications 277 20 Renal Transplantation 295 Index 321

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Book Synopsisstories of postwar nephrology and metabolism. Postwar Uremia is to the nephrologist what the baby is to the nephrology rushed to the fore and supplied nephrologists pediatrician, for it is the final common pathway of literally with such wonderful tools as the flamephotometer, electro- hundreds of disease processes that lead to scarring and destruction of nephrons. . phoresis, microchemistry, immunoassay, sonography, renal biopsy, immunofluorescence, electron microscopy, and un- We estimate that there are well in excess of 300,000 clear magnetic resonance, and permitted a total integration patients in the world living on the varied methodologies of form, histologic structure, and function. Clinical represented by the three basic forms of substituted kidney nephrology became indeed the real fusion of biochemistry, function-hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and renal physiology, immunology, renal endocrinology, and the transplantation: over 100,000 persons in the United States focus of nTable of ContentsPart One: Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance. Part Two: Intrinsic Parenchymal Disease. A: Glomerular. B: Tubulointerstitial. Part Three: Renal Involvement in Systemic Disease. Part Four: Hereditary and Congenital Diseases. Part Five: Neoplasia. Part Six: Chemical and Physical Injuries. Part Seven: Chronic Renal Failure. A: Medical Therapy. B: Peritoneal Dialysis. C: Hemodialysis. D: Transplantation. Part Eight: Hypertension. Part Nine: Urologic Disorders. Index.

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Book Synopsis Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Revised and updated by experts in both nephrology and clinical nutrition, this seventh edition of Handbook of Nutrition and the Kidney provides practical and clinically relevant information for addressing the nutritional needs of patients with acute and chronic kidney disease. Concise yet in-depth, the book is packed with tables and charts in every chapter, and outlines detailed and daily nutritional requirements, including proteins, vitamins, minerals, lipids, other fatty acids, and more. Features: Useful for physicians, dietitians, nurses, and anyone who works with patients afflicted by chronic kidney disease (CKD), hemodialysis (HD), peritoneal dialysis (PD), and kidney transplants. Each chapter contains tables and figures that visually demonstrate nutritional principles and enable you to find essential information quickly. Presents easy-to-follow sample menus wi

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Book SynopsisThis book will cover all aspects of hypertension and the manifestations of cardiovascular disease in the Asian population. Asia has the largest population of all the continents, and also has the largest number of people suffering from these diseases. Due to an expanding economy and increasing affluent lifestyles, their incidence is increasing at alarming rates - in fact, this continent is a ticking time bomb for HTN and CVD outbreaks. The book fills a large gap, as there are currently no volumes on this topic - and provides much-needed information for physicians not only in Asia but globally. Not only physicians, but also all related medical professionals and libraries will benefit from this book, to which renowned international experts contributed.Table of Contents1 Hypertension, a powerful risk factor for excess mortality and premature morbidity in Asia.-2 Summary of Recent Guidelines for hypertension.-3 Mechanisms of Hypertension.- 4 Blood pressure levels and cardiovascular disease.- 5 What is new in the non-pharmacological approaches to hypertension control.- 6 Clinical Pharmacology of anti-hypertensive drugs.- 7 Newer angiotensin receptor blockers.- 8 Newer calcium channel blockers.- 9 Blood Pressure measurements in clinical practice ---- methods and application.- 10 True resistant hypertension: Recognition and treatment.-11 Cerebrovascular disease in Asia; causative factors.- 12 Hypertension as a mechanism for dementia.- 13 Blood pressure and Heart Rate Variability. What is the significance.- 14 Blood Pressure levels and chronic kidney disease: A Powerful link.- 15 Hypertension, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.- 16 Central aortic blood pressure, a possible marker of systemic hypertension.-17 Secondary causes of hypertension: An overview.- 18 Iatrogenic causes of blood pressure elevation.-19 Renovascular Hypertension --- diagnosis and treatment options.- 20 Mechanical interventional therapies for hypertension: Present status and future prospects.- 21 Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.- 22 Hypertension in the elderly --- Pathophysiology and clinical significance.- 23 Hypertension in children.- 24 Hypertensive crises --- diagnostic and therapeutic considerations.

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Table of Contents1. Methods of Investigation.- 2. Congenital Variations.- 3. Infection.- 4. Investigation of Renal Masses.- 5. Cystic Disease of the Kidney.- 6. Renal Failure.- 7. Nephrocalcinosis and Calculus Disease.- 8. Renovascular Disease.- 9. Trauma.- 10. Renal Transplantation and Osteodystrophy.- Further Reading.

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Book SynopsisPrevention of renal disease: an overview.- Evaluation and significance of renal functional reserve in health and disease.- Angiotensin I: Converting enzyme inhibition in models of progressive glomerulosclerosis.- Prevention of nephrotoxicity of beta-lactam antibiotics.- Prevention of analgesic nephropathy.- Efficacy and nephrotoxicity of aminoglycoside.- Prevention of cadmium and lead nephropathy.- Prevention of bone disease in renal failure.- Kidney function, hypertension and clinical diabetic nephropathy in type I diabetes.- Drug management of hyperlipidemia.- Index of subjects.Table of ContentsPrevention of renal disease: an overview.- Evaluation and significance of renal functional reserve in health and disease.- Angiotensin I: Converting enzyme inhibition in models of progressive glomerulosclerosis.- Prevention of nephrotoxicity of beta-lactam antibiotics.- Prevention of analgesic nephropathy.- Efficacy and nephrotoxicity of aminoglycoside.- Prevention of cadmium and lead nephropathy.- Prevention of bone disease in renal failure.- Kidney function, hypertension and clinical diabetic nephropathy in type I diabetes.- Drug management of hyperlipidemia.- Index of subjects.

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Book Synopsisand history of pancreatic transplantation.- 1. Modern concepts of diabetes and its pathogenesis.- 2. Experimental pancreas transplantation: a survey of relevant issues.- Commentary by L.H. Toledo-Pereyra.- 3. Indication of combined pancreas and kidney transplantation.- 4. Indication for pancreas transplantation alone.- 5. Surgical techniques and complications.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- Commentary by R. Schlumpf and F. Largiadèr.- 6. Organ preservation.- Commentary by P.J. Garvin.- Commentary by F.O. Belzer and J.H. Southard.- 7. Pre-, per- and post-operative care of the pancreas transplantation recipient.- 8. Immunosuppression for pancreas transplant recipients.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- 9. The diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic rejection.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- 10. Pathology of pancreas grafts.- 11. Endocrine function of the pancreatic graft.- 12. Exocrine function of the pancreas graft.- 13. Effect of pancreas transplantation on secondary complications of diabetes.- 14. Pancreas transplant registry.- 15. Pancreas transplant experience of individual institutions University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.A..- University of Barcelona, Department of Surgery, Barcelona, Spain.- University of Birmingham, Queen Elisabeth Hospital, Edgbaston, Birmingham, U.K..- University of Louvain Medical School, Brussels, Belgium.- University of Cambridge Clinical School, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, U.K..- University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A..- Mount Carmel Mercy Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A..- University of Genoa, Transplant Unit, Genoa, Italy.- Sahlgren's Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden.- University Hospital, Innsbruck, Austria.- University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa,U.S.A..- Hôpital Edouard Herriot, University of Lyon I, Lyon, France.- University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.A..- University of Munich, Klinikum Grosshadern, Munich, F.R.G..- National Hospital, Oslo, Norway.- University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A..- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Prague, Czechoslovakia.- Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.A..- Huddinge Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.- University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.- 16. Islet transplantation: a review of the objective, the concepts, the problems, the progress and the future..- 17. The implantable artificial pancreas.- 18. Perspectives in pancreatic transplantation.- Index of subjects.Table of Contentsand history of pancreatic transplantation.- 1. Modern concepts of diabetes and its pathogenesis.- 2. Experimental pancreas transplantation: a survey of relevant issues.- Commentary by L.H. Toledo-Pereyra.- 3. Indication of combined pancreas and kidney transplantation.- 4. Indication for pancreas transplantation alone.- 5. Surgical techniques and complications.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- Commentary by R. Schlumpf and F. Largiadèr.- 6. Organ preservation.- Commentary by P.J. Garvin.- Commentary by F.O. Belzer and J.H. Southard.- 7. Pre-, per- and post-operative care of the pancreas transplantation recipient.- 8. Immunosuppression for pancreas transplant recipients.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- 9. The diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic rejection.- Commentary by D.E.R. Sutherland.- 10. Pathology of pancreas grafts.- 11. Endocrine function of the pancreatic graft.- 12. Exocrine function of the pancreas graft.- 13. Effect of pancreas transplantation on secondary complications of diabetes.- 14. Pancreas transplant registry.- 15. Pancreas transplant experience of individual institutions University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.A..- University of Barcelona, Department of Surgery, Barcelona, Spain.- University of Birmingham, Queen Elisabeth Hospital, Edgbaston, Birmingham, U.K..- University of Louvain Medical School, Brussels, Belgium.- University of Cambridge Clinical School, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, U.K..- University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A..- Mount Carmel Mercy Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A..- University of Genoa, Transplant Unit, Genoa, Italy.- Sahlgren’s Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden.- University Hospital, Innsbruck, Austria.- University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa, U.S.A..- Hôpital Edouard Herriot, University of Lyon I, Lyon, France.- University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.A..- University of Munich, Klinikum Grosshadern, Munich, F.R.G..- National Hospital, Oslo, Norway.- University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A..- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Prague, Czechoslovakia.- Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.A..- Huddinge Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.- University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.- 16. Islet transplantation: a review of the objective, the concepts, the problems, the progress and the future..- 17. The implantable artificial pancreas.- 18. Perspectives in pancreatic transplantation.- Index of subjects.

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Book SynopsisPeritoneal dialysis represents an internal technique for membrane are becoming apparent. Studies of peritoneal blood purification. In this dialyzer the blood path, the dialysis increase understanding of the anatomy and phy­ membrane and the dialysate compartment are provided by siology of biological membranes and the factors influencing nature. The developments of chronic peritoneal catheters, the passive movement of solutes across the microcirculation and related structures. Peritoneal dialysis provides a 'win­ automated cycling equipment, solution preparation by reversed osmosis, manipulations of transport with drugs dow' to the visceral microcirculation in animals and hu­ and the experiences with continuous ambulatory peritoneal mans. dialysis and continuous cycling peritoneal dialysis have Peritoneal dialysis may be useful to treat problems other increased the interest in peritoneal dialysis. Publications than renal failure. Beneficial effects in the treatment of related to peritoneal dialysis probably exceed 400 annually. dysproteinemias, psoriasis, hypothermia, and many meta­ Peritoneal Dialysis International (formally Peritoneal Dialy­ bolic problems have been reported. The intraperitoneal sis Bulletin) the official journal of the International Society administration of chemotherapeutic agents draws upon and for Peritoneal Dialysis is a journal solely devoted to contributes to our understanding of peritoneal dialysis.Trade Review`This book can be recommended to any nephrologist with a strong interest in peritoneal dialysis.' R. Gutman, Dialysis and Transplantation, February 1990Table of Contents1. History of peritoneal dialysis.- 2. The peritoneal dialysis system.- 3. Role of the peritoneal microcirculation in peritoneal dialysis.- 4. Peritoneal cavity lymphatics.- 5. Peritoneal ultrastructure.- 6. Transport kinetics.- 7. Ultrafiltration with peritoneal dialysis.- 8. New approaches to intermittent peritoneal dialysis therapies.- 9. Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis.- 10. Continuous cyclic peritoneal dialysis.- 11. Pharmacologic alteration of peritoneal transport rates.- 12. Comments on dialysis solution, antibiotic transport, poisonings, and novel uses of peritoneal dialysis.- 13. Nutritional management of patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.- 14. Peritonitis.- 15. Complications other than peritonitis or those related to the catheter and the fate of uremic organ dysfunction in patients receiving peritoneal dialysis.- 16. Peritoneal dialysis access.- 17. Peritoneal dialysis in children.- 18. Peritoneal dialysis in diabetics.- 19. The stability and kinetics of peritoneal mass transfer.- 20. The USA CAPD registry. Characteristics of participants and selected outcome measures for the period January 1, 1981, through August 31, 1987.- 21. Peritoneal dialysis results in the EDTA registry.- 22. Quality of life in peritoneal dialysis patients: instruments and application.- Index of subjects.

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Book SynopsisPart one of the book presents the gastrointestinal problems that commonly face the general practitioner. Emphasis is placed on analysis of clinical data and how this may provoke the most profitable lines of investigation. Many of the investigation and treatment protocols are within the scope of general practice, but hospital management is also included. It was possible to deal with common oesophageal diseases under the heading of oeso­ phageal problems in Part 1. In contrast, it proved impossible to discuss adequately all of the common diseases affecting other organs of the digestive system under the problem headings. For this reason, a fuller ac count of many common alimentary diseases is provided in Part two. M. L.-5. K. G. D. W. 9 Series Foreword This series of books is designed to help general practitioners. So are other books. What is unusual in this instance is their collec­ tive authorship; they are written by specialists working at district general hospitals. The writers derive their own experi­ ence from a range of cases less highly selected than those on which textbooks are traditionally based. They are also in a good position to pick out topics which they see creating difficulties for the practitioners of their district, whose personal capacities are familiar to them; and to concentrate on contexts where mistakes are most likely to occur. They are all well-accustomed to working in consultation.Table of ContentsPreface.- Series Foreword.- 1 Common Problems.- 1 Common oesophageal problems.- Heartburn.- Problems with swallowing.- 2 Nausea and vomiting.- 3 The acute abdomen.- 4 Recurrent abdominal pain and discomfort.- Symptoms and diagnosis.- Investigation.- 5 Acute diarrhoea.- Acute infective diarrhoea.- Diarrhoea in travellers.- Diarrhoea due to drugs.- 6 Chronic and recurrent diarrhoea.- Causes and indications.- Investigations.- 7 Malabsorption.- Mechanisms of malabsorption.- Clinical features.- Investigation of suspected malabsorption.- 8 Problems with laxatives.- Laxative abuse.- Problems with specific laxatives.- 9 Constipation and other problems with defaecation.- Constipation.- Other problems.- 10 Gastrointestinal bleeding.- Acute upper gastrointestinal haemorrhage.- Chronic or recurrent bleeding.- Rectal bleeding.- 11 Diagnosis of the common causes of jaundice.- Unconjugated hyperbilirubinaemia.- Hepatocellular and cholestatic jaundice.- 12 Miscellaneous gastrointestinal symptoms.- Anorexia.- The ‘abnormal’ tongue.- Bad breath.- Wind and gaseousness.- 13 Gastrointestinal endoscopy.- 2 Common Diseases.- 14 Peptic ulcer.- Aetiological factors.- Clinical features.- Diagnosis.- Management.- 15 Some diseases that cause malabsorption.- Coeliac disease.- Malabsorption after gastric surgery.- Crohn’s disease.- Malabsorption after small bowel resection.- Small intestinal lymphoma.- Chronic small bowel ischaemia.- Bacterial colonization of small intestine.- Post-infective malabsorption.- Giardiasis — Tropical sprue.- Whipple’s disease.- Pancreatic insufficiency.- 16 The irritable bowel syndrome.- Aetiology and pathogenesis.- Clinical categories.- Management.- 17 Inflammatory bowel disease.- Ulcerative colitis.- Crohn’s disease.- Complications and special problems.- 18 Diverticular disease of the colon.- Diffuse diverticulosis.- Sigmoid diverticulosis.- 19 Common liver diseases.- Viral hepatitis.- Hepatitis type A.- Hepatitis type B.- Hepatitis type non-A, non-B.- Complications of hepatitis.- Chronic hepatitis.- Chronic persistent hepatitis.- Chronic active hepatitis.- Drug induced liver disease.- Direct hepatotoxicity.- Toxicity due to drug metabolites.- ‘Hypersensitivity’ induced damage.- Halothane.- Canalicular cholestasis.- Other hepatic reactions to drugs.- Alcoholic liver disease.- Cirrhosis.- Categories of cirrhosis.- Encephalopathy.- 20 Common pancreatic diseases.- Acute pancreatitis.- Chronic pancreatitis.- Further reading.

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Book SynopsisWritten by an interdisciplinary team of experts, this book contains historical information as well as current update on renal replacement therapy. New technology and techniques are presented in a concise, easy-to-read style that keeps the reader interested.The contributors include physicians who practise uremia therapy since its conception to more recent graduates, along with surgeons, pioneers and physicians who are patients themselves, thus giving readers the broadest perspective.The aim of the book is to update the reader on renal replacement therapy as of 2009. It is a textbook that can be read cover to cover and still serve as a fine reference guide. The book is targeted at anyone interested in kidney replacement therapy, from students and patients to the professorial level.Table of ContentsContemporary Therapy circa 2009: Peritoneal Dialysis (M C Mallappallil); Hemodialysis (Y Woredekal); Hemofiltration (H Ghali); Home Hemodialysis (B G Delano); Self Care Hemodialysis (S H Bray); Kidney Transplantation (F Tedla); Opting for Death (A Joseph); Projected Therapy circa 2012: Bowel as Kidney (E A Friedman); Xenografted Kidneys (M O Salifu); Wearable Artificial Kidney (WAC) (V Gura).

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding Kidney Cancer, Second Edition, is a highly illustrated, user-friendly chart that explains the role of the kidneys and defines kidney cancer. Now fully up to date with current guidelines, this second edition covers anatomy, stages of kidney cancer, risk factors, treatment options, and much more. Revisions reflect the many new drugs available for kidney cancer.Featured sections: Overview Risk Factors Signs and Symptoms Diagnosis Staging Treatments Prevention Illustrations included: Cross-section of the kidney and adrenal gland with all structures labeled Kidneys and surrounding veins and arteries in the context of body Large, detailed, and annotated illustrations of stages I through IV of kidney cancer 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsForeword, by Ronald D. Perrone, MDPrefaceChapter 1. Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease Chapter 2. What Kidneys DoChapter 3. Why Kidneys FailChapter 4. Diagnosing and Managing Chronic Kidney DiseaseChapter 5. Preventing, Postponing, and Treating Chronic Kidney DiseaseChapter 6. DialysisChapter 7. TransplantationChapter 8. Future Treatment OptionsEpilogueAppendixResourcesEducational ResourcesNutritionTransplant Donor WebsitesFinancial AidSmartphone Apps for Chronic Kidney DiseaseGlossaryReferencesAbout the AuthorIndex

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Book SynopsisThere has been a substantial increase in the number of patients with end-stage renal disease world-wide over the last few decades. In Australia, over 2400 patients with end-stage renal disease started renal replacement therapy in 2011 with nearly 11,000 patients currently receiving dialysis treatment at the end of 2011. According to Kidney Health Australia, the costs of treating end-stage kidney disease from 2009 to 2020 is estimated to be around $12 billion, highlighting the fact that kidney disease is a major financial burden to the community. Kidney transplantation confers a survival benefit in patients with end-stage renal disease but transplantation has become increasingly more complex over the last decade. With the greater understanding of transplant immunology along with the introduction of more potent induction and maintenance immuno-suppression, clinicians are now in a better position to more accurately stratify each transplant candidate''s immunological risk as well as the ability to safely transplant high-immunological risk transplant candidates. This book covers all major aspects of kidney transplantation and was put together with the hope of providing the readers with in-depth and current knowledge of important aspects of kidney transplantation, including donor and recipient assessments, innovative surgical techniques and understanding of surgical complications, the evolution of immunological techniques to identify anti-human leukocyte antigen antibodies, the management and preparation of high-risk transplant candidates for transplantation as well as the management of longer-term complications after kidney transplantation.

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Book SynopsisDesigned as reference material to increase knowledge of the human body. Beautiful full-colour illustrations help enhance understanding of the body or illness. Suitable for healthcare professions, patients, students, educators and parents.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This book offers a thorough understanding of kidney diseases, including basic anatomy and physiology and the management of complex renal conditions. It emphasizes evidence-based medicine, offering up-to-date information on research findings, clinical guidelines, and treatment protocols for effective management of kidney disease." ©Doody's Review Service, 2023, Amandeep Singh, MD (University of Kentucky College of Medicine) Doody's Core Titles® 2022Table of ContentsStructure and Function of the Kidney 1. Overview of Kidney Structure and Function 2. Kidney development 3. Assessment of Kidney Function in Acute and Chronic Settings 4. Urinalysis and Urine Microscopy 5. Hematuria and Proteinuria 6. Imaging the Kidneys Acid/Base and Electrolytes 7. Hyponatremia and Hypoosmolar Disorders 8. Hypernatremia 9. Volume, Edema and the Clinical Use of Diuretics 10. Disorders of Potassium Metabolism 11. Disorders of Calcium, Phosphorus, & Magnesium Homeostasis 12. Approach to Acid-Base Disorders 13. Metabolic Acidosis 14. Metabolic Alkalosis 15. Respiratory Acidosis and Alkalosis Glomerular Diseases 16. Glomerular Clinicopathologic Syndromes 17. Minimal Change Nephrotic Syndrome 18. Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis 19. Membranous Nephropathy 20. Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy and Related Disorders Kidney in Systemic Diseases 21. COMPLEMENT-MEDIATED GLOMERULONEPHRITIS AND THROMBOTIC MICROANGIOPATHY 22. Infection-related Glomerulonephritis 23. Viral Nephropathies: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, and Hepatitis B Virus 24. Kidney Involvement in Systemic Vasculitis 25. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and the Kidney 26. Pathogenesis, Pathophysiology, and Treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy 27. The Kidney in Malignancy 28. Myeloma, Amyloid and other Dysproteinemias 29. Acute Cardiorenal Syndrome 30. Hepatorenal Syndrome and Other Liver-Related Kidney Diseases Acute Kidney Injury 31. Clinical Approach to the Diagnosis of Acute Kidney Injury 32. Acute Tubular Injury and Acute Tubular Necrosis 33. Acute Interstitial Nephritis 34. Management of Acute Kidney Injury Drugs and the Kidney 35. Kidney Disease Caused by Therapeutic Agents 36. Principles of Drug Therapy in Patients with Reduced Kidney Function Hereditary Kidney Disease 37. Genetics and Kidney Disease (APOL1) 38. Genetically Based Renal Transport Disorders 39. Sickle Cell Nephropathy 40. Polycystic and Other Cystic Kidney Diseases 41. Nephronophthisis and Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease 42. Alport's Syndrome and Thin Basement Membrane Dz 43. Fabry Disease Tubulointerstitial Diseases 44. Chronic Tubulointerstitial Disease 45. Obstructive Uropathy 46. Nephrolithiasis 47. Urinary Tract Infection and Pyelonephritis Special Circumstances 48. Kidney Diseases in Infants and Children 49. The Kidney in Pregnancy 50. Kidney Disease in the Elderly 51. Global Kidney Disease Chronic Kidney Disease 52. Development and Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease 53. Staging and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease 54. Nutrition and Kidney Disease 55. Bone Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease 56. Cardiac Function and Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease 57. Anemia and Other Hematologic Complications of Chronic Kidney Disease Dialysis and Transplantation 58. Hemodialysis and Hemofiltration 59. Peritoneal Dialysis 60. Outcome of End-Stage Renal Disease Therapies 61. Selection of Prospective Kidney Transplant Recipients and Donors 62. Post-transplantation Monitoring and Outcomes 63. Immunosuppression 64. Transplant Infectious Disease Hypertension 65. Pathogenesis of Hypertension 66. Evaluation and Management of Hypertension 67. Secondary Hypertension

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Book SynopsisDie Verfasser der verschiedenen Unterkapitel im vorliegenden Band »Urogenitale und Endokrine Organe, Gelenke und Skelett« sind führende Pathologen der Arbeitskreise, die sich mit den genannten Themen diagnostisch und wissenschaftlich beschäftigen. Bei der Darstellung der Erkrankungen wird das gesicherte Wissen unter Einarbeitung der bedeutsamen aktuellen Entwicklungen wiedergegeben. Insbesondere werden neue Terminologien, Klassifikationen, immunhistologische Befunde und molekulare Charakteristika dargestellt. Dies bedeutet, dass detailliert über die häufigen Erkrankungen gesprochen, dass aber auch über den »seltenen Fall« informiert wird. Insgesamt ist es das Ziel der vorliegenden Kapitel, Grundlage und Informationsquelle für die tägliche diagnostische Arbeit zu sein und dabei nicht nur Assistenzärzte in der Weiterbildung zum Pathologen oder Fachärzte für Pathologie, sondern auch Kliniker anzusprechen.Trade Review“... Zu Beginn eines jeden Kapitels wird anschaulich die Embryologie, Anatomie und Histologie des jeweiligen Organes dargestellt. ... die Texte sind verständlich geschrieben. Parallel dazu finden sich zahlreiche Bilder, Schemazeichnungen und Tabellen, die ein greifbares Bild abgeben. ... Es dient nicht nur Pathologen als wichtiges Nachschlagewerk, sondern kann auch Urologen und Orthopäden empfohlen werden.” (Dr. Michael Zorn, in: Ärzte zeitung, Heft 3, März 2016)Table of ContentsMÄNNLICHES GENITALE.- Hoden und Infertilität.; Nebenhoden, Hodenhüllen und Samenstrang.- Äußeres Genitale.- Prostata und Samenblasen;.- NIERE.- Ontogenese, Anatomie und Funktion.- Fehlbildungen und zystische Erkrankungen.- Nie­ren­biop­sie­di­agno­stik.- Hereditäre und genetisch bedingte Glomerulopathien.- Primäre Glomerulonephritiden.- Tubulointerstitielle Erkrankungen.- Nierenbeteiligung bei System- und Stoffwechselerkrankungen.- Vaskulopathien.- Transplantatnierenpathologie.- Nierentumoren.- ABLEITENDE HARNWEGE UND URETHRA.- Nichtneoplastische Erkrankungen der ableitenden Harnwege.- Harnblasentumoren.- Urethra.- ENDOKRINE ORGANE.- Hypophyse.- Schilddrüse.- Nebenschilddrüse.- Nebennierenrinde.- Nebennierenmark und Paraganglien.- Disseminiertes neuroendokrines System.- Endokrines Pankreas.- Pluriglanduläre endokrine Regulationsstörungen.- Paraneoplastische endokrine Syndrome.- SKELETTSYSTEM.- Nichtneoplastische Erkrankungen; neoplastische Erkrankungen. GELENKE, SEHNEN UND SEHNENGLEITGEWEBE, BURSEN, FASZIEN.- Anatomie und Funktion.- Aufarbeitung der Gewebe für histologische Untersuchungen.- Krankheiten des Bewegungssystems.- Entwicklungsstörungen.- Traumatische Schädigungen.- Synovialosen.- Synovialitiden bekannter Ursachen.- Chronische Gelenkentzündungen.- Tumoren.- Therapiefolgen.- Bursopathien.- Chondroarthropathien.- Tendoarthropathien.- Osteoarthropathien.- Sachverzeichnis.

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Book SynopsisAcute kidney injury (AKI) is a major health concern because it is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. While therapies for AKI have improved in recent years, the prevalence of this condition is still high and continues to increase. Considering these clinical issues, the appropriate detection and management of risk factors related to AKI are important issues for clinicians managing AKI patients. This book discusses the forms of detection, predictors and long-term outcomes for acute kidney injuries.

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Book SynopsisVolume 13 begins by examining how lipid abnormalities in chronic kidney disease attract continuous attention due to their unclear involvement in chronic kidney disease patient outcomes. If kidney function declines, inflammation and oxidative stress progress and lipid disturbances develop, and malnutrition may ameliorate dyslipidemia in advanced chronic kidney disease. Although rare, pancreatic trauma can significantly impact the life of a patient, with some requiring a total pancreatectomy which will result in pancreatogenic diabetes. Diagnosis can be difficult, especially in children, with clinical symptoms being absent in many. As such, the authors discuss the current scientific literature on the diagnosis and management of pancreatic trauma and the promising use of autologous islet cell transplant in these patients. The authors go on to present the state-of-art knowledge on the effects of adenotonsillectomy and rapid maxillary expansion on the dentofacial development of children, clarifying what might be expected regarding facial growth after normalizing the mode of breathing and increasing the width of the maxilla. Following this, this compilation summarizes the growth and development processes of the face to describe the theories and mechanisms of facial growth and development. Next, the management of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis and extreme drug resistance tuberculosis is discussed, along with the latest World Health Organization guidelines and policy recommendations for treatment. The literature regarding the clinicopathological features of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue of the dura is reviewed, focusing on how to differentiate mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue of the dura from clinical and pathologic mimics. In the closing study, changes in the molecular mechanism inside an ensemble up to 3 mio Daltons in human muscle in members of one family from eight to 67 years old are investigated using non-invasive gravitational mass spectroscopy.

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Book SynopsisAdenocarcinoma is the predominant malignancy found in the colon and rectum. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the developed world with a high incidence of mortality and morbidity. The average five-year survival rate remains poor at 55%, although the development of new drugs has improved the survival rate of colorectal cancer patients. The prognosis of colorectal cancer remains poor in spite of the development of novel therapeutic strategies. Human colorectal cancer represents a heterogeneous group of diseases, and its molecular classification is increasingly important. Characterization of novel biomarker targets may lead to prolong the survival rate of colorectal cancer. Biomarkers may have a potential role in screening, diagnosis, prognosis and monitoring disease. Mutations in the KRAS gene in ~40% of tumors have been reported to be induced by genetic and epigenetic alterations. This book, comprised of four chapters, introduces recent topics regarding colorectal cancer, and provides recent highlighted information concerning prevention, diagnosis and treatment. This book will be of interest to undergraduate and graduate students, biomedical researchers, and medical doctors focused on the fields of molecular and cellular biology, medical sciences, and clinical challenges.

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Book SynopsisThis book is intended for use by nephrologists, internists, hospitals, trainees in these specialties and indeed anyone interested in renal medicine. It contains top-class authoritative and up-to-date reviews by internationally renowned experts coming from some of the best nephrology centres in the world. It covers the diagnosis, causes and management of acute kidney injury. It also includes a discussion of the diagnosis of chronic kidney disease, including the use of simple clinical and laboratory data, imaging, proteinomics and renal biopsy. It reviews the general management of chronic kidney disease, including an in-depth analysis of kidney transplant immunology. This book is therefore a comprehensive, authoritative text with clear explanation of even the most complex topics.

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Book SynopsisIn 1989, the nephrology community was confronted with the combination of high tech and high flux, realising for the first time that short, but mathematically "adequate" therapy resulted in unacceptable outcomes. This book discusses issues that doctors must pay close attention to; those that cause the greatest harm to patients. New discoveries prove that chronic kidney disease (CKD) causes a muscle wasting syndrome, and that epo hyporesponsiveness harbingers a variety of underlying etiologies. From renowned surgeons, doctors are gaining practical insights into methods to improve arteriovenous fistula survival and cardiovascular surgery outcomes. The book applies the new information that can now be accessed to meet the personal needs of these patients.

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Book SynopsisThis book with its most comprehensive and illuminating chapters covers all the relevant areas of hemodialysis practice including access for hemodialysis, hemodialysis modeling and membranes, timing of hemodialysis, infections in hemodialysis, the application of hemodialysis in extra-renal disease, the various formats of hemodialysis from nocturnal through SLED to apheresis and the wearable artificial kidney, convective hemodialysis methodologies, and various clinical aspects of hemodialysis including protein-calorie-malnutrition, inflammation, haemoglobin stability and sleep disorders in ESRD patients and so on. Furthermore, the inclusion of such new topics as the syndrome of rapid-onset end stage renal disease (SORO-ESRD), and the place of reduced HBV testing among ESRD patients in regions with less de novo HBV incidence to cut down on costs of delivery of hemodialysis care without loss of quality of care, are new paradigms that would play stronger roles in hemodialysis care, well into the 21st century.

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Book SynopsisDespite our efforts at creating clinical performance measures, clinical practice guidelines and intense government regulations, we still have disparities in care, poor outcomes and quality that is inferior to many other nations. Bundling and payment reform challenge the ability to deliver good care to patients even further. Chronic dialysis is at a crossroads. Physicians and providers must incorporate new approaches, reinventing the paradigm of how to plot the course of patient therapy. This book offers new ideas. It is refreshing, timely and engaging, with a wide range of topics by leading authors, each designed to help meet the challenges yet to come.

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Book SynopsisAcute kidney injury (AKI), defined as an abrupt decrease in renal function over a period of hours to days, is a common complication among hospitalised patients with different acute diseases. Its incidence has been increasing in recent years and is reported to be very high especially in the acute settings. Since clinical signs and symptoms of acute renal damage are not specific, it is difficult to promptly distinguish AKI at the time of patient presentation. Currently the diagnosis of AKI requires serial assessment of laboratory tests over a period of several days, and is based mainly on the evaluation of serum creatinine (sCr) and decrease in urine output as supported by Risk, Injury, Failure, Loss, and End-Stage Kidney Disease (RIFLE) criteria, Acute Kidney Injury Network (AKIN) criteria, and the recent Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) practice guidelines for AKI. Such a need for repeated sCr evaluations and monitoring of urinary output for too long time after admission could therefore result in a diagnostic delay. With delays in diagnosis, clinicians miss opportunities to start appropriate treatment to minimise damage, and patients incur more severe AKI with subsequent greater risk of developing progression of renal damage leading to chronic kidney disease (CKD), dialysis and increased risk of severe cardiovascular diseases and death.

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Book SynopsisHemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is characterized by the triad non-immune micro-angiopathic hemolytic anaemia, thrombocytopenia and acute renal failure. The disease mainly affects children one to ten years of age. It begins after an incubation period of 4 to 7 days with abrupt onset of bloody diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Two to ten days later, microangiopathy, haemolytic anaemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute renal failure develop. HUS microangiopathy can involve almost any organ, but damage to kidneys and central nervous system cause the most severe clinical problems. This book discusses the symptoms, the treatment options and prognosis of HUS.

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Book SynopsisVesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is defined as the retrograde flow of urine from the bladder to the upper urinary tract. It is a common urological entity among children and it is usually diagnosed in the prenatal period or after episodes of febrile urinary tract infection. Reflux can also be found in post-pubertal patients, but it is less common in this population. Pyelonephritis is an upper urinary tract infection involving the kidneys with an incidence in the USA as high as 250.000 cases per year. Most episodes of pyelonephritis are generally considered to be uncomplicated in healthy non pregnant adults. Different risk factors have been identified, such as diabetes, urinary tract obstruction, presence of an indwelling urethral catheter, stent or nephrostomy, functional or anatomic abnormalities of the urinary tract, renal transplantation, immunosuppressive therapy and pregnancy. This book discusses the causes, prevalence and treatment approaches of both VUR and pylonephritis.

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