The branch of medicine which deals with the causes, diagnosis and treatment of various kidney diseases and disorders is known as nephrology.
Author(s): Hudson Palmer
218 Pages
Medical, Nephrology
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About the Book
The branch of medicine which deals with the causes, diagnosis and treatment of various kidney diseases and disorders is known as nephrology. Some of the prominent causes of kidney diseases are kidney stones, diabetes, hypertension, glomerulonephritis and polycystic kidney disease. There are various treatment approaches which are used within this field such as medications, dialysis and kidney transplantation. Medications can be used to manage the underlying causes and symptoms of kidney diseases. They are also used to control blood pressure, manage diabetes, reduce inflammation and treat infections. Dialysis is a treatment that performs the functions of the kidneys artificially when they are unable to do so effectively. It involves removing waste products and excess fluids from the blood using a machine. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of nephrology. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of medicine as well as for experts.
Book Synopsis
The branch of medicine which deals with the causes, diagnosis and treatment of various kidney diseases and disorders is known as nephrology. Some of the prominent causes of kidney diseases are kidney stones, diabetes, hypertension, glomerulonephritis and polycystic kidney disease. There are various treatment approaches which are used within this field such as medications, dialysis and kidney transplantation. Medications can be used to manage the underlying causes and symptoms of kidney diseases. They are also used to control blood pressure, manage diabetes, reduce inflammation and treat infections. Dialysis is a treatment that performs the functions of the kidneys artificially when they are unable to do so effectively. It involves removing waste products and excess fluids from the blood using a machine. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of nephrology. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of medicine as well as for experts.
Dimensions (Overall): 11.0 Inches (H) x 8.5 Inches (W) x .56 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.77 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 218
Genre: Medical
Sub-Genre: Nephrology
Publisher: American Medical Publishers
Format: Hardcover
Author: Hudson Palmer
Language: English
Street Date: October 10, 2023
TCIN: 1014055703
UPC: 9798887406466
Item Number (DPCI): 247-63-9837
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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