Core Concepts in the Disorders of Fluid, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance [Hardcover]

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.

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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.

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The Physiology of Water Homeostasis.- Disorders of Water Metabolism.- Potassium and the Dyskalemias.- Disorders of Calcium, Phosphate, and Magnesium Metabolism.- Management of Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities in Children.- Diuretic Therapy.- Renal Acidification Mechanisms.- Core Concepts and Treatment of Metabolic Acidosis.- Metabolic Alkalosis.- Respiratory Acid-Base Disorders.- Mixed Acid-Base Disorders.- Case Studies in Electrolyte and Acid-Base Disorders.-

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, Doodys Review Service, January, 2013)