Primer on Kidney Diseases by Arthur Greenberg, Alfred K. Cheung

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This official publication of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) covers all aspects of adult and pediatric kidney diseases and is ideal for nephrologists and non-nephrologists alike. The full-color design, high-quality photographs, and outstanding graphs and tables make information easy to access and understand. The latest management techniques and pearls from leading clinical experts—including international contributors—offer practical and authoritative guidance. Edited by Dr. Arthur Greenberg and members of the NKF Scientific Advisory Board, this state-of-the-art primer provides consistent depth of coverage, balanced discussion of controversy, and a uniform focus of information.

• Incorporates the latest NKF Kidney/Outcome Quality Initiative (K/DOQI) guidelines on chronic kidney disease staging and management.
  
• Features a current and practical review of the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of kidney disease, fluid and electrolyte disorders, hypertension, dialysis, and renal transplantation.
  
• Covers the whole field of nephrology in concise and well-illustrated, four-color chapters.
  
• Puts complex material and the latest developments into perspective for in-depth, yet succinct summaries in every area.
  
• Includes high-quality photographs, as well as outstanding graphs and tables for a varied approach to the subject matter.

• new chapters on Disorders of Magnesium Homeostasis and Thombotic Microangiopathies to reflect advances in management.
  
• Includes the most up-to-date management guidelines and pearls of wisdom to provide you with best practices.
  
• Presents new ideas andperspectives through 25% new contributing clinical experts.

B. Peter Sawaya

This is the second edition of an introductory textbook of clinical nephrology. The first edition was published in 1994. The purpose is to provide the reader with a fresh, succinct, and accessible but comprehensive overview of clinical nephrology. A second goal of this book is to help disseminate both existing and newly acquired knowledge in nephrology to the professional community. The objectives of this book are very worthy and the editors have met them. Although there are numerous referenced textbooks in clinical nephrology, very few are targeted at non-nephrologists. The book is written for medical students, house officers, and primary care physicians. More than 80 authors who are considered authorities in the field have contributed to this book. A unique approach of this book is that two independent groups of editors have edited each chapter. This book contains numerous tables, illustrative figures, and outstanding color photographs. The references are pertinent. An outstanding feature of this book is the organization of the chapters in a logical and easy-to-follow manner. The index is comprehensive. The appearance is elegant and reflects great deal of "finesse. This is an outstanding reference on clinical nephrology targeted at physicians in training and busy clinicians. It has many excellent features to make it a true primer. First, chapters are very well organized in a logical and easy-to-find manner. Second, the coverage is succinct yet comprehensive and pertinent. Third, illustrations, tables, and algorithms are clear and easy to follow. Finally, the book focuses on valuable and useful clinical information. This is a must for medical libraries and bookstoresand is highly recommended for primary care physicians, house officers, and students.

Jens W. Goebel

It covers the whole field of nephrology in concise and well-illustrated chapters and sections. ...This is an indispensible resource for clinicians,teachers,and trainees in the field.

Doody Review Services

Reviewer:Jens Goebel, MD (Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center)
Description:This edition of the National Kidney Foundation's book follows three years after the previous edition with significant updates and revisions. It is written by an illustrious group of leaders in the field and concisely covers all relevant areas of nephrology.
Purpose:The purpose is to provide a primer-type nephrology book. This worthwhile objective in a field with a number of multivolume textbooks is met in an impressive fashion with this book.
Audience:As convincingly emphasized in the foreword, the book is written for all healthcare providers involved in nephrology, including those in training. The book stands out especially in terms of the qualification and authority of the contributors and the editors.
Features:The book covers the whole field of nephrology in concise and well-illustrated chapters and sections. There are useful cross-references between chapters/sections, and each chapter is followed by a list of pertinent references in the recent literature. Although succinct and fresh, the chapters achieve impressive depth. Furthermore, it is richly illustrated with color plates where needed. On the downside, and possibly because of the intended short turn-around time, there are a fair number of typographical errors.
Assessment:This is an indispensable resource for clinicians, teachers, and trainees in the field. As a primer, it represents a rather unique resource, and its up-to-date content clearly justifies this new edition.

Booknews

This collection of 72 chapters reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of kidney disease, fluid and electrolyte disorders, hypertension, dialysis, and renal transplantation. The third edition adds discussion of the genetic and molecular base of renal tubular transport disorders, and replaces one-third of the chapters with new contributions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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