Renal : an integrated approach to disease /

An innovative, organ-specific text that blends basic science with the fundamentals of clinical medicine Part of the Human Organ Systems series, Renal: An Integrated Approach to Disease skillfully bridges the gap between the science and practice of medicine. This beautifully illustrated book seamless...

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Main Author: Schmitz, Paul G. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : London : McGraw-Hill Medical ; McGraw-Hill [distributor], c2012.
Series:Human organ systems
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Table of Contents:
  • Renal anatomy
  • Normal development and congenital anomalies
  • Gross and microscopic anatomy with functional correlations
  • Renal physiology
  • Body fluid composition and fluid administration
  • Glomerular hemodynamics
  • Principles of renal clearance
  • Transport of electrolytes and water in the proximal tubule
  • Transport of electrolytes and water in the loop of henle
  • Transport of electrolytes and water in the distal tubule
  • Renal endocrinology
  • Electrolyte disorders
  • Water disorders
  • Potassium disorders
  • Edema and diuretic use
  • Acid-base
  • Acid-base physiology
  • Acid-base disorders
  • Kidney disease
  • Approach to the patient with kidney and urinary tract disease
  • Glomerular disease
  • Tubulointerstitial disease
  • Renal failure
  • Acute kidney injury
  • Chronic kidney injury
  • Miscellaneous disorders
  • Hypertension
  • Urologic disorders.