Therapy in Nephrology and Hypertension E-Book

Therapy in Nephrology and Hypertension E-Book
Author: Christopher S. Wilcox
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 1161
Release: 2008-08-22
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1437711243

Thoroughly revised, the new edition of this companion to Brenner & Rector’s The Kidney equips you with today’s guidance to effectively manage renal and hypertension patients. International authorities emphasize the specifics of treatment while presenting field-tested advice on the best therapeutic strategies available. New chapters reflect the latest evidence impacting current clinical issues, while a new design helps you reference the information more easily. Presents the most comprehensive text available on nephrology and hypertension treatment for a convenient single source that is easy to consult. Features the evidence-based guidance of leading authorities for making more informed clinical decisions. Offers in-depth discussions and referenced coverage of key trials to help you analyze the results and the evidence provided. Provides treatment algorithms and tables of commonly used drugs in each chapter for quick-access expert advice on arriving at the best and most appropriate treatment regimen. Offers new chapters on erectile and sexual dysfunction, transplant immunology and immunosuppression, dietary salt restriction, and systematic vasculitis and pauci-immune glomerulonephritis that reflect new evidence impacting current clinical issues. Presents the contributions of newly assigned section editors—authorities in their subspecialty fields—who offer you the benefit of their practice-proven expertise. Provides rationales for the therapies presented to help you choose the most effective treatment for each patient.

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
Author: John A. Kellum
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2016
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 019022553X

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy provides concise, evidence-based, bedside guidance for the management of critically ill patients with acute renal failure, offering quick reference answers to clinicians' questions about treatments and situations encountered in daily practice.

Renal Fibrosis: Mechanisms and Therapies

Renal Fibrosis: Mechanisms and Therapies
Author: Bi-Cheng Liu
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 707
Release: 2019-08-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9811388717

This book systemically presents the latest research on renal fibrosis, covering all the major topics in the field, including the possible mechanisms, biomarkers, and strategies for prevention and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Due to its high prevalence, CKD represents a huge global economic and social burden. Irrespective of the initial causes, CKD progresses to end stage kidney disease (ESKD) due to renal fibrosis, which is characterized by glomerulosclerosis, tubule atrophy and atresia, and the excessive accumulation of extracellular matrix (ECM) in the kidney. Unfortunately, an estimated 1%-2% of the adult population living with CKD will need renal replacement therapy at some point as a result of ESKD. As such, strategies for preventing or slowing CKD progression to ESKD are of utmost importance, and studies aiming to understand the mechanisms of renal fibrosis have been the focus of intensive research. Recently, novel insights into the pathophysiological processes have furthered our understanding of the pathogenesis of renal fibrosis, and more importantly, promoted studies on the early diagnosis and treatment of CKD. This book draws lessons from the extensive, state-of-the-art research in this field, elaborating the new theories and new techniques to offer readers a detailed and comprehensive understanding of renal fibrosis and as well as inspiration for future research directions.

New Therapeutic Strategies in Nephrology

New Therapeutic Strategies in Nephrology
Author: V.E. Andreucci
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 551
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 146153884X

Proceedings of the 3rd International Meeting on Current Therapy in Nephrology (Sorrento, Italy, May 27-30, 1990)

Expanded Hemodialysis

Expanded Hemodialysis
Author: C. Ronco
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2017-09-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3318061174

Despite constant significant advances, cardiovascular as well as more general outcomes of hemodialysis treatment remain unsatisfactory. The introduction of innovative 'high retention onset' membranes has led to the development of a new treatment modality called 'expanded hemodialysis' (HDx), which is the focus of this book. This new therapy is likely to benefit end-stage kidney disease patients, thanks to enhanced removal of molecules retained by current dialysis techniques. HDx is simple to set up and application does not require special hardware or specific nursing skills. This book contains emerging evidence and fascinating new hypotheses on HDx. It is highly recommended for all physicians and healthcare professionals who are caring for dialysis patients and are seeking innovation and improved care solutions. It will also be of considerable interest to students and fellows.

Nephrology and Public Health Worldwide

Nephrology and Public Health Worldwide
Author: G.B. Silva Junior
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2021-11-02
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 331806937X

Nephrology is one of the fastest growing specialties in medicine. Nevertheless, kidney disease is one of the most serious unmet health needs in many countries. To provide healthcare access with the desirable equity worldwide, the nephrology community needs to discuss this public health issue and take part in decisions for elaboration of public health policies with more justice and equity. This book brings together key current public health problems that affect kidney function and illuminates them in contributions by an international group of nephrologists and general practitioners. The chapters review current knowledge and provide guidelines to manage these conditions and decrease the disease burden. At the end, developments in the digital era and their application to kidney disease treatment are synthesized, and a broader outlook on the future of nephrology is given. Ultimately, the publication aims to gather nephrology and public health expertise from researchers from all over the world, providing a broad vision of issues that must be discussed and overcome to guarantee a better treatment for patients with kidney diseases in the world today.

Diagnostics, Risk Factors, Treatment and Outcomes of Acute Kidney Injury in a New Paradigm

Diagnostics, Risk Factors, Treatment and Outcomes of Acute Kidney Injury in a New Paradigm
Author: Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 574
Release: 2020-12-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3039360868

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent clinical syndrome among hospitalized patients, independently associated with both short- and long-term mortality. Previous investigations attempted to identify effective interventions to prevent AKI or promote kidney function recovery in patients with AKI. Most were unsuccessful. Hence, additional studies are required in the field of AKI research. In this Special Issue, we are making a call to action to stimulate researchers and clinicians to submit their studies on AKI conducted in nephrology, internal medicine, critical care, and other disciplines that will provide additional knowledge and skills in the field of AKI research, ultimately to improve patient outcomes.

Pediatric Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy

Pediatric Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
Author: Farahnak Assadi
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 171
Release: 2015-12-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319262025

This book provides a current understanding of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies (CRRT) techniques with a focus on drug dosing in critically ill children receiving CRRT. Strategies include the role of therapeutic drug monitoring, effect of CRRT on drug pharmacokinetics, variations in the drugs properties, newer kidney injury biomarkers and simple and easy methods for estimating drug clearance. The conclusion of this book features case reports focused on the patients’ symptoms and laboratory data as they present in clinical practice and the type of CRRT modality needed to provide quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness of patient care. Pediatric Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy will expand the clinical knowledge and experience of practicing nephrologists and other professionals involved in the care of children suffering from Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) to improve and sustain their quality of life.

Therapy in Nephrology and Hypertension

Therapy in Nephrology and Hypertension
Author: Hugh R. Brady
Publisher: Saunders
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Hypertension
ISBN: 9780721696812

This book relies on multiple short chapters that have been designed to make the information accessible and comprehensive to the expert in nephrology and hypertension and the general internist, fellow, or student. Clinical features, pathology, pathophysiology, and diagnosis are discussed only briefly to launch a detailed discussion of therapy. With regard to hypertension, the sections on the management of essential and secondary hypertension have been expanded significantly, reflecting the impressive volume of new clinical trial activity in these areas. This book assists the reader with the management of their patients and with the design of new therapeutic strategies and regimens that will advance the treatment of renal disease and hypertension going forward.

Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease

Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease
Author: Lynn K. Thomas
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1439849501

Kidney disease is a global health concern that affects people of all ages and races. Based on the work of the National Kidney Foundation and the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes foundation, guidelines have been developed outlining the parameters for patient care. Nutritional Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease builds upon the discoveries ma