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Books in Nephrology

This collection covers kidney function, dialysis, and renal diseases. Supporting nephrologists and researchers, it features advances in diagnostics, therapies, and transplant techniques to improve patient outcomes.

  • Brenner & Rector's The Kidney (2 volume set)

    • 12th Edition
    • Valerie Luyckx + 5 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Nephrology**Long considered the definitive reference for nephrology practitioners and fellows, Brenner & Rector's The Kidney, marks its 50th anniversary with the publication of this 12th Edition. This two-volume masterwork provides expert, well-illustrated information on everything from basic science and pathophysiology to clinical best practices, covering the total patient population from preconception to the elderly. More than 200 expert contributors from 20 countries representing six continents provide a truly global perspective on the treatment and management of renal diseases.

  • Rationelle Diagnostik und Therapie in der Inneren Medizin - Nephrologie + E-Book

    Leitlinien-basierte Empfehlungen für die Praxis
    • 1st Edition
    • Peter Mertens
    • German
    Leitlinien-basierte Empfehlungen nach dem aktuellen State of the ArtDas Buch in der Reihe Rationelle Diagnostik und Therapie in der Inneren Medizin bietet Ihnen die ideale Lösung, um diagnostische und therapeutische Entscheidungen zielgerichtet und leitlinienkonform zu treffen. Dank übersichtlicher Entscheidungsbäume und klar strukturierterTherap... finden Sie schnell den richtigen Weg zur Diagnose und können Ihre Patientinnen und Patienten optimal behandeln.Eine Auflistung der wichtigsten „Klinischen Symptome“ gibt Ihnen wertvolle Hinweise, an welcheErkrankungen Sie denken sollten. Zahlreiche klinische Abbildungen sowie hilfreiche Kästen mitMerksätzen und Praxistipps sorgen dafür, dass Sie stets den Überblick behalten.Dieses praktische Manual wurde speziell entwickelt, um den Informationsbedürfni... allerinternistischen Schwerpunkte gerecht zu werden – insbesondere für alle in der Inneren Medizinund Allgemeinmedizin tätigen Ärztinnen und Ärzte.Es ist ein unverzichtbares Nachschlagewerk, das in keiner Praxis oder Klinik fehlen sollte.Die Vorteile auf einen Blick:E-Book inklusive: Greifen Sie jederzeit und überall auf die Informationen zu.Valide und sicher: Profitieren Sie von fundiertem, leitlinien-basiertem WissenAnschaulich und informativ: Viele klinische Bilder und Tabellen zur besseren Veranschaulichung.Üb... und praxisnah: Klare Entscheidungsbäume, prägnante Merksätze und nützliche Praxistipps für Ihren Arbeitsalltag.Inform... und umfassend für alle, die sich in der Weiterbildung befinden sowie bereits inder Klinik oder einer Praxis für Innere Medizin, Allgemeinmedizin und Nephrologie arbeiten.Prof. Dr. med. Peter R. Mertensist Facharzt für Innere Medizin und besitzt die Zusatzweiterbildunge... Nephrologie und Diabetologie sowie die Anerkennung als Hypertensiologe. Er ist Direktor der Universitätsklinik für Nieren- und Hochdruckkrankheiten... Diabetologie und Endokrinologie in Magdeburg und sitzt in der ÄrztekammerSachsen-A... der Fach- und Prüfungskommission „Nephrologie“ vor und prüft als Mitglied der Fach- und Prüfungskommission „Innere Medizin“.

  • Pediatric Kidney Disease

    A Case-Based Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Farahnak Assadi
    • English
    An ideal resource for specialists and non-specialist clinicians and trainees, Pediatric Kidney Disease: A Case-Based Approach contains more than 400 case reports that offer a unique learning opportunity in this challenging field. These accessible and instructive case studies help readers recognize important clinical symptoms and signs to develop the diagnostic and management skills needed for treating patients in a routine clinical practice. With wide-ranging coverage of the kidney-related complaints most likely to be encountered, this volume is an excellent reference or certification review tool for residents, fellows, and clinicians who need quick access to current scientific and clinical information on managing pediatric kidney disease.

  • Klinikleitfaden Nephrologie

    • 2nd Edition
    • Vedat Schwenger
    • German
    Ob in der Weiterbildung Nephrologie, zum Vorbereiten auf die Facharztprüfung oder zum Nachschlagen im klinischen Alltag - dieses Buch bietet Ihnen praktische Handlungsanweisungen und theoretisches Grundlagenwissen.Beg... Empfehlungen zu Diagnostik und TherapieAktuelle und detaillierte Informationen für schwierige Situationen im KlinikalltagZahlreic... Informationen zu wichtigen Routine-Medikamenten... in der 2. Auflage:Neue Kapitel „Nephrogenetik“ und „COVID-19“Das Kapitel „Schwangerschaft“ ist komplett überarbeitetDas Buch eignet sich für:Ärtzinnen und Ärzte in der Weiterbildung Innere Medizin, Allgemeinmedizin, NephrologieFachärzte und -ärztinnen Innere Medizin, Allgemeinmedizin, NephrologieMit praktischem, abwischbarem PVC-Umschlag.

  • Clinical Handbook of Nephrology

    • 1st Edition
    • Robert S. Brown
    • English
    **Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® in Nephrology**Concise and easy to navigate, Clinical Handbook of Nephrology contains vital, everyday information on renal physiology and a wide range of topics, including diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic kidney diseases, hypertension, electrolyte and acid-base disorders, dialysis, and kidney transplantation. This fully up-to-date reference (formerly Nephrology Pocket, a textbook originally published by Börm Bruckmeier) is ideal for physicians, nurses, dialysis center staff, medical students, and trainees, offering a practical roadmap for managing the renal disorders most likely to be encountered in clinical practice.

  • Pediatric Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Disorders

    A Case-Based Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Farahnak Assadi
    • English
    Comprehensive and case-based, Pediatric Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Disorders provides a state-of-the-art overview of this complex field in a concise, authoritative format perfect for self-study or review. Real-life patient cases reflect those that are frequently encountered in clinical decision making. These narrative case studies offer a unique opportunity for readers to determine how best to diagnose, treat, and manage their patients based on the history of present illness, review of symptoms, relevant history, and physical examination findings.

  • National Kidney Foundation Primer on Kidney Diseases

    • 8th Edition
    • Scott F. Gilbert + 2 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Nephrology**Well organized and highly readable, the National Kidney Foundation Primer on Kidney Diseases has offered clear, comprehensive coverage of adult and pediatric kidney diseases for more than 25 years. The thoroughly revised 8th Edition of this authoritative, practical reference covers every relevant topic in the field, making it an excellent resource for residency, fellowship, clinical practice, and board review. It brings you completely up to date with key topics in this fast-changing field, including ongoing clinical research and changing treatment protocols.This powerful learning tool and clinical reference is a joint publication of Elsevier and the National Kidney Foundation.

  • Hypertension Secrets

    • 2nd Edition
    • Edgar V. Lerma + 2 more
    • English
    For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Hypertension Secrets, 2nd Edition, offers practical, up-to-date coverage of the full range of essential topics in this dynamic field. This highly regarded resource features the Secrets’ popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, pearls, memory aids, and an easy-to-read style – making inquiry, reference, and review quick, easy, and enjoyable.

  • Therapie-Handbuch - Nephrologie

    • 1st Edition
    • Thomas Benzing
    • German
    Das Buch informiert Sie übersichtlich und komprimiert über die neuesten und gängigsten Therapieformen und Behandlungsstrategie... die in Klinik und allgemeinmedizinisch... – und internistischer Hausarztpraxis wichtig sind. Praktische, prägnante Handlungsanweisungen Evidenzbasierte Empfehlungsgrade Algorithmen und Tabellen sowie Auflistung der Kernaussagen, um einen raschen Überblick zu erhalten und die effektivste Therapie auszuwählen Mit „Essentials" für die Hausarztpraxis Vom Loseblattwerk Therapie-Handbuch über die Jahrbücher zu top-aktuellen organbezogenen Einzelbänden. Die ersten vier Bände mit den Therapie-Handbüchern Nephrologie, Gastroenterologie und Hepatologie, Neurologie, Kardiologie. Das Buch eignet sich für: Fachärzt*innen Allgemeinmedizin, Innere Medizin in Klinik und Praxis

  • Diagnostic Atlas of Renal Pathology

    • 4th Edition
    • Agnes B. Fogo + 1 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles as an Essential Purchase in Nephrology**For today’s nephrologist who is tasked with diagnosing a wide range of renal pathologic entities, Diagnostic Atlas of Renal Pathology is a must-have reference for everyday use. The updated 4th Edition offers an in-depth examination of pathophysiology, clinical presentations, and the latest evidence-based practices. Hundreds of pertinent macro- and/or microscopic images are presented in a user-friendly manner intended specifically for renal pathology.

  • Brenner y Rector. El riñón

    • 11th Edition
    • Alan S.L. Yu + 5 more
    • Spanish
    En su undécima edición sigue siendo la obra de referencia más prestigiosa a nivel mundial en Nefrología. Esta obra maestra en dos volúmenes proporciona información experta y bien ilustrada sobre todos los aspectos de la Nefrología. Gracias a su amplia cobertura de los temas más actuales, como los nuevos tratamientos para el síndrome cardiorrenal, la creciente importancia de los tratamientos de soporte o paliativos en la enfermedad renal crónica avanzada, el incremento de las donaciones de riñón en vida y los últimos descubrimientos en células madre y regeneración renal, esta edición revisada y actualizada prepara al profesional para abordar cualquier trastorno. Nuevos cuadros «Puntos clave», que recogen los últimos hallazgos y la información fundamental. Nuevos cuadros «Importancia clínica», que destacan los factores más relevantes, como la fisiología o la fisiopatología, a considerar durante la atención al paciente. Cientos de fotografías de alta calidad en color, así como figuras, algoritmos y tablas cuidadosamente seleccionados, que ilustran los conceptos esenciales, los matices de la presentación clínica, las técnicas y la toma de decisiones. Acceso a la versión electrónica del libro (en inglés) a través de Expert Consult. Este ebook permite realizar búsquedas en todo el texto, las imágenes y las referencias bibliográficas del libro desde distintos dispositivos. Además contiene preguntas de autoevaluación adicionales disponibles online (en inglés) para facilitar la preparación de los exámenes.

  • Tratado de diálisis peritoneal

    • 3rd Edition
    • Jesús Montenegro Martínez + 2 more
    • Spanish
    Tercera edición de la obra de referencia indiscutible en lengua española sobre la diálisis peritoneal. Contraindicaciones controvertidas para la diálisis peritoneal. Venciendo barreras en la selección de pacientes; La telemedicina aplicada a la diálisis; Hipertensión arterial en la enfermedad renal crónica, diálisis peritoneal y hemodiálisis; Patogenia y manejo de las alteraciones del metabolismo óseo y mineral en la enfermedad renal crónica y Cáncer en el paciente en diálisis. Actualizada y ampliada, ofrece una vez más un exhaustivo espectro de temas clave para la comprensión y la correcta aplicación clínica de la diálisis peritoneal. Con la colaboración de más de un centenar de expertos procedentes de España, Portugal, Francia, Hispanoamérica y Brasil. Obra que tiene como objetivo dar a conocer la díálisis peritoneal a aquellos médicos y enfermeras que inician un programa de formación en esta técnica, así como servir de texto de consulta y actualización para nefrólogos ya iniciados en la diálisis peritoneal.

  • Cuidados intensivos en nefrología

    • 3rd Edition
    • Claudio Ronco + 3 more
    • Spanish
    Tercera edición, exhaustiva y relevante desde un punto de vista clínico, que ofrece la información más fiable acerca de los últimos avances en cuidados intensivos para pacientes con enfermedades renales. Gracias al empleo de guías de uso generalizadas y procedimientos estandarizados para enfermos críticos, constituye una herramienta de consulta multidisciplinar cuyo propósito es facilitar la comunicación entre todos los profesionales que proporcionan cuidados a enfermos críticos con enfermedad renal, desequilibrio electrolítico o metabólico, intoxicación, sepsis graves, disfunción orgánica grave y otras patologías. Aborda temas clave, en especial la lesión renal aguda, los biomarcadores de estrés renal que permiten la detección temprana y efectiva de la enfermedad y la insuficiencia renal, y la sepsis, incluyendo los últimos avances acerca de mecanismos patológicos y tratamientos. La obra cuenta con un equipo de colaboradores comprometidos a ofrecer contenidos de la máxima calidad, dirigidos por los Dres. Claudio Ronco, Rinaldo Bellomo, John A. Kellum y Zarrana Ricci, líderes indiscutibles de su especialidad.

  • Transitions of Care for Patients with Neurological Diagnoses

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 54-3
    • Sonja Stutzman
    • English
    In collaboration with Consulting Editor, Dr. Steve Krau, Dr. Sonja Stutzman has put together a state-of the-art issue of the Nursing Clinics of North America devoted to Transitions of Care for Patients with Neurological Diagnoses. Clinical review articles from expert authors are specifically devoted to the following topics: Transition from EMS to ED; Transition from ED to Hospital; Transition from OR to ICU; Transition from ICU to Floor; Transition from Hospital to Rehab (Nurse Navigator); Transition from Rehab to Home; Transition from Hospital to Home; Transition Trajectory: Stroke; Transition Trajectory: TBI; Transition Trajectory: Seizure Disorder; Transaction Trajectory: Neurodegenerative Disease; and International Perspectives of Transition. Readers will come away with the latest information they need to improve outcomes in patients with a neurologic diagnosis as they transition through various facilities as part of their care.

  • Onco-Nephrology

    • 1st Edition
    • Kevin W. Finkel + 2 more
    • English
    Kidney disease and cancer are frequent comorbidities that require specialized knowledge and expertise from both the nephrologist and the oncologist. Written by three pioneers in this growing subspecialty, Onco-Nephrology provides authoritative, definitive coverage of the mechanism and management of these two life-threatening diseases. This unique, single-volume resource covers current protocols and recommends management therapies to arrest kidney failure and allow oncologic treatments to continue and succeed.

  • Infectious Diseases, An Issue of Nursing Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 54-2
    • Randolph F.R. Rasch
    • English
    In collaboration with Consulting Editor, Dr. Steve Krau, Dr. Randolph F. R. Rasch has put together a state-of the-art issue of the Nursing Clinics of North America devoted to Infectious Diseases. Clinical review articles from expert authors are specifically devoted to the following topics: Ebola; HIV/AIDS; Lymphatic Filariasis; Tuberculosis; STDs; Influenza (seasonal); Malaria; Lyme Disease; Hepatitis (Hep. C & Hep. B); Zika virus, particularly related to pregnancy; Oral Infections; Rat Lung Disease; and Emerging infections. Readers will come away with the latest information they need to improve outcomes in patients with infectious diseases.

  • Chronic Kidney Disease, Dialysis, and Transplantation

    A Companion to Brenner and Rector's The Kidney
    • 4th Edition
    • Jonathan Himmelfarb + 1 more
    • English
    From basic science to practical clinical tools, Chronic Kidney Disease, Dialysis, and Transplantation, 4th Edition provides you with the up-to-date, authoritative guidance you need to safely and effectively manage patients with chronic renal disease. Covering all relevant clinical management issues, this companion volume to Brenner and Rector’s The Kidney presents the knowledge and expertise of renowned researchers and clinicians in the fields of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, critical care nephrology, and transplantation – for an all-in-one, indispensable guide to every aspect of this fast-changing field.

  • Nephrology: Innovations in Clinical Practice, An Issue of Nursing Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 53-4
    • Chita Farrar + 1 more
    • English
    In consultation with Consulting Editor, Dr. Stephen Krau, Dr. Farrar and Dr. Ellison have created an issue that focuses on evidence-based clinical updates and innovations in various nephrology disorders. Top experts on the topic have contributed reviews on the follwoing topics: Kidney Influence on Fluids and Electrolytes; Renal Diet; Pharmacologic Renal Therapy; Acute Renal Therapy; Chronic Renal Therapy; Innovations in Kidney; Autoimmune Disease; Infection-Related Glomerular Disease; Sclerotic Diseases; Obstructive Renal Diseases; Chronic Renal Complications; Psychosocial Issues and Life Style Changes for the Renal Patient; and Withdrawal of Treatment (end of life decisions). Authors will come away with the clinical knowledge they need to improve outcomes in the nephrotic patient.

  • Nephrology Secrets

    • 4th Edition
    • Edgar V. Lerma + 2 more
    • English
    For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Nephrology Secrets, 4th Edition, features the Secrets’ popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, and an easy-to-read style – making reference and review quick, easy, and enjoyable.

  • Understanding Kidney Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Samiran Nundy + 1 more
    • English
    This small book is a part of the patient care series from Elsevier, which is meant for common people to have better understanding of kidney diseases.

  • Pocket Companion to Brenner and Rector's The Kidney

    • 2nd Edition
    • Michael R. Clarkson + 2 more
    • English
    Pocket Companion to Brenner and Rector’s The Kidney distills the essential clinical information from the latest edition of the seminal text on kidney diseases and their management. Michael R. Clarkson, Ciara Magee, and Barry M. Brenner detail the key pathophysiologic, diagnostic, and treatment issues in clinical nephrology, including interventional nephrology, endocrine aspects of kidney disease, and plasmapheresis.

  • Facharzt Nephrologie

    • 1st Edition
    • Teut Risler + 1 more
    • German
    Ob angehende Nephrologen oder Ärzte, die sich auf die Facharztprüfung vorbereiten - das Buch bietet Ihnen praktische Handlungsanweisungen und theoretisches Grundlagenwissen auf Facharzt-Niveau. Praktische Handlungsanweisungen und theoretisches Hintergrundwissen auf Facharzt-NiveauBegrü... Empfehlungen zu Diagnostik und TherapieAktuelle und detaillierte Informationen für schwierige Situationen im KlinikalltagZahlreic... Informationen zu wichtigen Routine-Medikamenten