Helps students integrate their first two years' course material and offers preparation for USMLE Step 1 and clinical rotations. This title includes chapters that cover each basic science - anatomy, histology, embryology, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, and pathology - as it relates to the kidneys.

A problem-solving resource for those involved in the care of dialysis patients. It discusses dialysis techniques, mechanical considerations, and complications related to various diseases for both pediatric and adult patients. It provides practical and useful guidelines that can be applied directly to patient care.

The success of treatment in end-stage renal disease is limited by extrarenal complications that can cause significant morbidity and mortality. Of these, cardiovascular abnormalities are the most common. This study examines the dual problem of the two conditions.

Each of us needs to be wary of prescribing for renal patients. This handbook provides a practical, user-friendly method of ensuring that appropriate prescriptions are given to patients, whether they have normal renal function, renal impairment, transplants or are receiving renal replacement therapy.

Offers guidance to nutritional management of patients with kidney disorders. This title presents information on these patients' nutritional requirements and offer dietary recommendations, with menus and lists of supplements to enhance patient compliance. It includes information on nutritional management of lipid disorders.

Offers second-year medical students a case-based approach to learning mechanisms of renal disease. This work begins with a patient case, followed by discussion of the pathophysiology of the disease. It links issues of differential diagnosis and therapy to pathophysiologic mechanisms.

An accessible reference guide aimed at kidney failure sufferers and their families providing authoritative and practical information about managing a kidney condition from the initial diagnosis to strategies for coping.

Designed 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.

Gives students a unique advantage in understanding the mechanisms and clinical management of acid-base disorders. This book presents the information needed to understand renal and electrolyte physiology and also reviews the etiology, diagnosis, pathohysiology and treatment rationale for acid-base and electrolyte disturbances.

Offers a practical, clinical review of the approach to the management of kidney diseases and hypertension. This book includes coverage of various major diseases and disorders as well as leading therapies.

A handy sized reference for physicians in practice and training, covering diagnosis, investigation and management. The chapter order reflects the stages of renal disease as seen in patients. Colour illustrations are integrated throughout - combining the advantages of an atlas with a reference.

This addition to the 'Year in' series reviews new developments in nephrology and renal medicine.

A reference on end-stage renal disease, this work is intended for physicians caring for the rapidly growing population of renal patients. Written by world-class experts, it provides coverage of techniques in peritoneal dialysis, home dialysis, pediatric dialysis, and more.

Gives an introduction to various aspects of drug use in renal failure. Covering a variety of diseases affecting the kidneys, this work discusses the disease process and treatment. It also addresses the role of the pharmacist in patient care, and case studies and questions and answers are included at the end of each chapter.

Suitable for those who provide the transplant patient with their pre- and post-operative care - but who are not experts in transplant medicine, this book offers information and advice on the optimal procedures to follow, from first referral right through to the patient's post-operative life.

Increased recognition of the overlap between critical care and renal medicine as well as advances in understanding of acute renal failure and application of renal replacement therapies, have brought increased attention to the nephrologist's role in intensive care unit. This book covers various aspects of renal system as seen from this perspective.

Offers insight into the role of genetic abnormalities in the pathogenesis of deranged kidney function and kidney disease. This book elaborates the principles of mammalian genetics, with special consideration given to the application of genetic analysis to clinical syndromes and diseases. It also analyzes specific renal diseases.