DESCRIPTION:
The second edition of this essential work presents how to diagnose, treat and develop an appropriate management plan for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Significantly updated chapters cover the fundamental sciences associated with CKD, its clinical assessment, evaluation, management of risk factors, along with cardiovascular disease in the context of CKD. Detailed insight is provided on how to assess for and manage a variety of CKD complications and special circumstances in CKD patients. The path to renal replacement therapy is also thoroughly described. New topics featured include associated rheumatic and electrolyte disorders. Furthermore, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are presented according to the latest staging system for CKD, with patient care being discussed separately for each disease stage. The book also recognizes the needs of busy clinicians by including helpful boxes summarizing the evidence on diagnostic and therapeutic issues and practice pearls based upon the latest guidelines.
Management of Chronic Kidney Disease: A Clinician""s Guide is a comprehensive practically applicable guide to the management of patients with CKD. Its didactic features enable the reader to quickly identify the key points covered and disseminate the information they require, making it a valuable resource for all practicing and trainee medical practitioners who encounter these patients..
CONTENTS:
What Is Chronic Kidney Disease?
Clinical Assessment of a Patient with Chronic Kidney Disease
Imaging in Chronic Kidney Disease
Diabetic Kidney Disease: Increasing Hope with Transformative Therapies
Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease
Dyslipidaemia in Kidney Disease
Hyperuricaemia and Chronic Kidney Disease
Acute Kidney Injury in Chronic Kidney Disease
Preventing Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease: Diet and Lifestyle
Preventing Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease: Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Blockade Beyond Blood Pressure
Chronic Kidney Disease and the Cardiovascular Connection
Screening and Diagnosing Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease
Management of Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Kidney Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease and Chronic Kidney Disease
Anemia and Disorders of Hemostasis in Chronic Kidney Disease
Mineral and Bone Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease
Protein-Energy Wasting and Nutritional Interventions in Chronic Kidney Disease
Metabolic Acidosis and Chronic Kidney Disease
Infectious Complications and Vaccination in Chronic Kidney Disease
Endocrine Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease
Liver and Gastrointestinal Tract Problems in Chronic Kidney Disease
Fluid and Electrolyte Problems in Chronic Kidney Disease
Pruritus and Other Dermatological Problems in Chronic Kidney Disease
Pain Management in Chronic Kidney Disease
Depression and Other Psychological Issues in CKD
Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Kidney Disease
Sleep Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease
Neuropathy and Other Neurological Problems in Chronic Kidney Disease
Drug Prescription in Chronic Kidney Disease
Pregnancy and Chronic Kidney Disease
Surgery and Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease in the Elderly
Chronic Kidney Disease and Cancer
Chronic Kidney Disease in the Intensive Care Unit
Chronic Kidney Disease Management Programs and Patient Education
Conservative/Palliative Treatment and End-of-Life Care in Chronic Kidney Disease
How to Prepare a Chronic Kidney Disease Patient for Transplantation?
How to Prepare a Chronic Kidney Disease Patient for Dialysis
Quality of Life in Chronic Kidney Disease
