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| Publisher | Lippincott Williams and Wilkins |
| ISBN 13 | 9781451188714 |
| ISBN 10 | 1451188714 |
| Author | John T. Daugirdas, Peter G. Blake, Todd S. Ing |
| Book Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Book Description | Handbook of Dialysis is now completely revised in its Fifth Edition. It continues to provide practical, accessible information on all aspects of dialysis with emphasis on day-to-day patient management. Authored by international experts, chapters provide complete coverage of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, special problems in dialysis patients, and problems pertaining to various organ systems. This resource is designed for nephrologists, nephrology/renal nurses, family physicians and dialysis centers. New for this edition: Expanded coverage of vascular access placement and management Drugs in end stage renal disorder Full discussion on importance of dietary control of sodium and phosphate New regulatory issues (CMS, Medical Director responsibilities) Update on US reimbursement/financial issues, the effects of bundling |
| About the Author | John T. Daugirdas, MD, FASN, FACP is a nephrologist who for a number of years has been interested in how best to treat patients who have chronic kidney disease with various forms of dialysis therapy. Currently he is Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he has received the Chicago Top Doctor Award for multiple years. His research activities include participation in two NIH/NIDDK sponsored studies, the HEMO Trial and the Frequent Hemodialysis Network Trials, and he was involved in the group that designed the Chronic Renal Insufficiency Cohort Trial. Currently, Daugirdas is studying how much dialysis to give using various schedules, as well as factors affecting blood volume and blood pressure during hemodialysis. He also has a special interest in nutrition as it applies to chronic kidney disease and phosphorus balance. Daugirdas has a particular interest in medical education, and is Co-Editor of the Handbook of Dialysis and Editor of the Handbook of Chronic Kidney Disease Management. He is founding editor of the educational website: Hypertension, Dialysis, and Clinical Nephrology. |
| Edition Number | 5 |
| Publication Date | 4-Dec-14 |
| Number of Pages | 900 |
Handbook Of Dialysis Paperback English by John T. Daugirdas - 4-Dec-14
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