Oxford American Handbook of Nephrology and Hypertension

by Scheel, Paul; Choi, Michael

• ISBN13: 9780195331363
• ISBN10: 0195331362
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-09-12
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Written by leading American practitioners, the Oxford American Handbooks of Medicine each offer a pocket-sized overview of an entire specialty, featuring instant access to guidance on the conditions that are most likely to be encountered. Precise and prescriptive, the handbooks offer up-to-date advice on examination, investigations, common procedures, and in-patient care. These books will be invaluable resources for residents and students, as well as a useful reference for practitioners. This unique pocket book provides rapid access to evidence-based guidelines and practical advice about the day-to-day management of patients with renal disease. Consisting of twelve chapters, including clinical assessment, acute renal failure, chronic kidney disease, and renal replacement therapies, the handbook allows easy access to precise, prescriptive information. In line with contemporary nephrological practice, a significant portion of the handbook deals with the problem of hypertension, a major cardiovascular risk factor and the most common indication for prescription drug therapy. It is an invaluable resource for residents, as well as a useful reference for practitioners. The Oxford American Handbook of Nephrology and Hypertension is the indispensable source on the subject right in your pocket! Why choose the Oxford American Handbook of Nephrology and Hypertension? The design.... The Handbook uses a unique flexicover design that's durable and practical. Compact, light, and fits in your pocket! Also has quick reference tabs, four-color presentation, and bookmark ribbons to help provide fast answers. The interior layout.... The Handbook is a quick reference in a small, innovative package. With one to two topics per page, it provides easy access and the emergency sections are in red to stand out. Icons throughout aid quick reference. The information.... The Handbook succinctly covers all the essential topics in a one or two-page spread format with colored headings that break up the text and provide a logical structure for readers of all levels. Common clinical questions are answered clearly and extensively. The history.... Oxford University Press is known around the world for excellence, tradition, and innovation. These handbooks are among the best selling in the world. The price.... You get an extremely useful tool at a great value!

Table of Contents

Clinical assessment of the renal patient	p. 1
Acute renal failure (Acute kidney injury)	p. 69
Chronic kidney disease	p. 151
Renal replacement therapy	p. 207
Hypertension	p. 287
Diseases of the kidney	p. 359
The kidney in systemic disease	p. 437
Urinary tract obstruction	p. 495
Fluids and electrolytes	p. 519
Pregnancy and the kidney	p. 567
Drugs and the kidney	p. 591
Appendices	p. 611
Index	p. 649
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