Author: K. M. KOCH, GÜNTER STEIN Title: Pathogenetic and therapeutic aspects of chronic renal failure
Description: Marcel Dekker, 1997. Gekartonneerd. Pp: 242. Based on the proceedings of the International Workshop on Nephrology held recently in Berlin, Germany, this outstanding volume presents the latest research and clinical findings on the pathophysiology of chronic renal failure essential for the development of new therapeutic approaches. Containing contributions from more than 40 eminent authorities representing distinguished institutions in eight countries, Pathogenetic and Therapeutic Aspects of Chronic Renal Failure considers arterial hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and metabolic acidosis as factors enhancing the progression of chronic renal failure.studies dietary protein restriction as a means of retarding the advance of renal insufficiency.details the etiology and pathophysiology of myocardial hypertrophy in all conditions, particularly in uremia.addresses the influence of dialysis regimen on the development of myocardial hypertrophy.discusses how to treat renal anemia with recombinant human erythropoietin (rhEPO) therapy, emphasizing its effects on cardiac function, hypertrophy, and the endocrinological system.analyzes the use of rhEPO in renal transplantation patients, elucidating problems of iron supplementation in rhEPO treatment.and more. Furnished with valuable citations to key sources in the literature and tables, drawings, and micrographs, this thoroughly up-to-date resource is essential for nephrologists, clinical nephrologists, hematologists, cardiologists, internists, physiologists, biochemists, molecular biologists, and medical and nursing students. Book jacket. ISBN: 9780824798949. Cond./Kwaliteit: Goed.
Keywords: 9780824798949
Price: EUR 15.00 = appr. US$ 16.30 Seller: De Slegte
- Book number: 1274526
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