Overview

Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base disorders are central to the day-to-day practice of almost all areas of patient-centered medicine – both medical and surgical.  Virtually every aspect of these disorders has experienced major developments in recent years.   Core Concepts in the Disorders of Fluid, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance encompasses these new findings in comprehensive reviews of both pathophysiology and clinical management.  In addition, this volume offers clinical examples providing step-by-step analysis of the pathophysiology, differential diagnosis, and management of selected clinical problems.   Written by leading experts in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base disorders, this reference is an invaluable resource for both the nephrologist and the non-specialist physician, or medical trainee.

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Author:   David Mount ,  Mohamed H. Sayegh ,  Ajay K. Singh
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   2012 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.932kg
ISBN:  

9781461437697

ISBN 10:   1461437695
Pages:   377
Publication Date:   02 August 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Physiology of Water Homeostasis Jeff M. Sands, David B. Mount, and Harold E. Layton Chapter 2 Disorders of Water Metabolism Joshua M. Thurman and Tomas Berl Chapter 3 Potassium and the Dyskalemias Alan Segal Chapter 4 Disorders of Calcium, Phosphate, and Magnesium Metabolism Ali Hariri, David B. Mount, and Asghar Rastegar Chapter 5 Management of Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities in Children John T. Herrin Chapter 6 Diuretic Therapy Arohan R. Subramanya and David H. Ellison Chapter 7 Renal Acidification Mechanisms I. David Weiner, Jill W. Verlander, and Charles S. Wingo Chapter 8 Core Concepts and Treatment of Metabolic Acidosis Michael R. Wiederkehr and Orson W. Moe Chapter 9 Metabolic Alkalosis F. John Gennari Chapter 10 Respiratory Acid-Base Disorders Biff F. Palmer Chapter 11 Mixed Acid-Base Disorders Jeffrey A. Krautand Ira Kurtz Chapter 12 Case Studies in Electrolyte and Acid-Base DisordersDavid B. Mount Chapter 12 Case Studies in Electrolyte and Acid-Base DisordersDavid B. Mount

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From the reviews: This book reviews the pathophysiology and management of fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance. ... It is clearly targeted for those desiring a deeper understanding of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base disorders. Nephrologists, nephrology fellows, and any physician with an interest in the area of fluid disorders would benefit from this book. ... This is a valuable resource for nephrologists that also could be useful for internists or researchers with a particular interest in nephrology. (Edwin James Avallone, Doody's Review Service, January, 2013)

From the reviews: This book reviews the pathophysiology and management of fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance. ... It is clearly targeted for those desiring a deeper understanding of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base disorders. Nephrologists, nephrology fellows, and any physician with an interest in the area of fluid disorders would benefit from this book. ... This is a valuable resource for nephrologists that also could be useful for internists or researchers with a particular interest in nephrology. (Edwin James Avallone, Doody's Review Service, January, 2013)

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