Replacement of Renal Function by Dialysis
Replacement of Renal Function by Dialysis

Author: C. Jacobs

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2008-01-22

Total Pages: 1522

ISBN-13: 058536947X

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Completely revised edition of a global resource first published in 1978 and previously revised in 1989. Sixty-three contributions are arranged in sections on the pathophysiology of the uremic syndrome--principles and biophysics of dialysis; technology of dialysis and associated methods; quantification and prescription; complications; pharmacological considerations; special clinical situations; organ system and metabolic complications; and organization and results of chronic dialysis. The aim is to give understanding of the complexities of modern dialysis apparatus so that practitioners can make the best use of the technology--and so that fledgling nephrologists can avoid the temptation to by-pass the theory and the nuances. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Kidney Failure and the Federal Government
Kidney Failure and the Federal Government

Author: Institute of Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1991-02-01

Total Pages: 444

ISBN-13: 9780309044325

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Since 1972, many victims of endstage renal disease (ESRD) have received treatment under a unique Medicare entitlement. This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the federal ESRD program: who uses it, how well it functions, and what improvements are needed. The book includes recommendations on patient eligibility, reimbursement, quality assessment, medical ethics, and research needs. Kidney Failure and the Federal Government offers a wealth of information on these and other topics: The ESRD patient population. Dialysis and transplantation providers. Issues of patient access and availability of treatment. Ethical issues related to treatment initiation and termination. Payment policies and their relationship to quality of care. This book will have a major impact on the future of the ESRD program and will be of interest to health policymakers, nephrologists and other individual providers, treatment site administrators, and researchers.

Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, E-Book
Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, E-Book

Author: Allen R. Nissenson

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-05-15

Total Pages: 899

ISBN-13: 0323791360

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Edited and written by top experts and pioneers in dialysis, Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, 6th Edition, provides the entire dialysis team with a comprehensive overview of this growing field. It covers traditional and advanced procedures, what pitfalls to expect and how to overcome them, and how best to treat various patient populations—all with a practical approach that can be directly applied to patient care. This must-have resource has been updated with the latest cutting-edge technology, dialysis techniques, and complications related to various diseases for both pediatric and adult patients. - Explains complex dialysis concepts through abundant diagrams, photos, line drawings, and tables, while its readable, hands-on approach allows for quick review of key information. - Covers both adult and pediatric patients in detail, and offers guidance on special populations such as the geriatric patients and the chronically ill. - Features increased content on home-based dialysis modalities, new alternatives for establishing vascular access for hemodialysis, new protocols for reducing the risk of infection and complications, and advancements in establishing and managing peritoneal dialysis. - Includes extensive pediatric content such as prevention and treatment of bone disease, management of anemia, assessing quality of life in pediatric patients undergoing dialysis, and immunizations in children undergoing dialysis. - Defines the quality imperatives, roles, and responsibilities of dialysis facility medical directors and attending nephrologists. - Updates nephrologists on the latest alternative dialysis modalities.