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Dialysis And Transplantation:
A Companion to Brenner & Rector's the Kidney
Owen, William, Ed.
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Affiliation: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC Dimensions: 11.3 x 1.4 x 8.7 in
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Synopsis:
60 world authoritiesa veritable whos who in nephrologyprovide authoritative coverage of the basic science and clinical aspects of dialysis and transplantation. They discuss, in detail, the principles and practice of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, long term care, renal replacement therapy, ethical and economic issues, and kidney transplantation.Nearly 300 high-quality illustrations clarify all concepts and techniquesDistinguished scientists and educators in the fields of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, critical care nephrology, and transplantation provide in-depth reviews, from the laboratory to the clinicEach contributor offers comprehensive critiques of clinical trials, and presents rational recommendations for clinical treatmentsEach chapter is self contained and provides a thorough review of the subject along with a complete list of key referencesInformation is cross-referenced throughout the text for rapid access to pertinent informationPathophysiology, biophysics, and clinical care are detailedBackground theoretical constructs are equally weighted with practical clinical applications
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