Full Description
Publisher's Noteguaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.An innovative, organ-specific text that blends basic science with the fundamentals of clinical medicinePart 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 seamlessly integrates the core elements of cell biology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology, with clinical medicine. It is the perfect companion for medical students transitioning to their clinical years, as well as practicing physicians who need a user-friendly update on the basic science underlying the practice of clinical medicine.Features and highlights include:Detailed learning objectives clearly state learning goals Core content emphasizes concepts and incorporates the latest developments in the fieldBeautifully illustrated with detailed legends to clarify important or difficult conceptsAbundant clinical example boxes highlight the clinical implications of basic scienceEach chapter is accompanied by an annotated bibliography to provide an overview of the critical literature in the fieldA bulleted summary at the end of each chapter highlights the "big picture" and facilitates preparation for standardized examsEnd-of-chapter case-based questions with detailed explanations reinforce important concepts and assess mastery of the materialMedical students and residents will find Renal: An Integrated Approach to Disease an invaluable study guide for an organ-system based curriculum. The book also serves as an excellent primer for postgraduate residents entering a nephrology fellowship program.
Contents
ContributorsForewordPrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbbreviationsSection I: Renal Anatomy1. Normal Development and Congenital Anomalies, Paul G. Schmitz2. Gross and Microscopic Anatomy with Functional Correlations, Paul G. Schmitz and Bahar BastaniSection II: Renal Physiology3. Body Fluid Composition and Fluid Administration, Paul G. Schmitz4. Glomerular Hemodynamics, Paul G. Schmitz5. Principles of Renal Clearance, Paul G. Schmitz6. Transport of Electrolytes and Water in the Proximal Tubule, Paul G. Schmitz7. Transport of Electrolytes and Water in the Loop of Henle, Paul G. Schmitz8. Transport of Electrolytes and Water in the Distal Tubule, Paul G. Schmitz9. Renal Endocrinology, Paul G. Schmitz and Kevin J. MartinSection III: Electrolyte Disorders10. Water Disorders, Paul G. Schmitz11. Potassium Disorders, Paul G. Schmitz12. Edema and Diuretic Use, Paul G. SchmitzSection IV: Acid-Base13. Acid-Base Physiology, Paul G. Schmitz and Bahar Bastani14. Acid-Base Disorders, Paul G. Schmitz and Bahar BastaniSection V: Kidney Disease15. Approach to the Patient with Kidney and Urinary Tract Disease, Paul G. Schmitz16. Glomerular Disease, Paul G. Schmitz17. Tubulointerstitial Disease, Paul G. SchmitzSection VI: Renal Failure18. Acute Kidney Injury, Paul G. Schmitz19. Chronic Kidney Disease, Paul G. Schmitz, Kevin J. Martin, and Bahar BastaniSection VII: Miscellaneous Disorders20. Hypertension, Paul G. Schmitz21. Urologic Disorders, Paul G. SchmitzAnswers to QuestionsIndexNER(01): WOW
