Clinical Physiology of Acid-Base and Electrolyte DisordersThis superbly written text gives students, residents, and practitioners the edge
in understanding the mechanisms and clinical management of acid-base
disorders. Presents the core information to understand renal and
electrolyte physiology, and
reviews the treatment rationale for all major acid-base and electrolyte
disturbances. The entire text is exhaustively revised, and now includes questions and answers in each chapter.
From the Back Cover “The core of information that the clinician should possess” -- From the Preface Like its highly acclaimed predecessors, the Fifth Edition of this
classic effectively integrates the essentials of renal and electrolyte
physiology with the common clinical disorders of acid-base and
electrolyte balance.
FEATURES:
*An easy-to-read writing style that demystifies this difficult subject
*Basic science coverage of water and electrolyte physiology, renal
physiology, and regulation of water and electrolyte balance
*Clinical chapters that quickly guide you through key points of
etiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of common
disorders
*Crystal clear figures and handy tables that summarize key information
*End-of-chapter problems that test mastery of the material
NEW IN THIS EDITION:
*New sections on endothelin and nitric oxide
*State-of-the-art information on the properties of the calcium-sensing receptor
*Revised and expanded coverage of the neurologic sequelae of hyponatremia
*In-depth discussion of the edematous states, including heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, and cirrhosis
*Hundreds of new references
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