Pediatric Nephrology in the ICU [electronic resource] /
Kiessling, Stefan G.editor.
Goebel, Jens.editor.
Somers, Michael J.G.editor.
The challenging circumstances surrounding pediatric patients in nephrology are oftentimes very different from those in adult patients, especially in the ICU. Starting with a logical approach to each individual problem as seen in the ICU, this comprehensive book covers the pathophysiology of the child, the diagnostic approach and gives valuable up-to-date treatment recommendations. Each renal disorder and disease entity is covered with: An overview of the physiology and pathophysiology A focus on unique and frequently challenging circumstances of pediatric patients State-of-the-art medical management guidelines based on evidence and expert opinion Physicians and health-care providers in all areas of care and all levels of training will find this unique book helpful. Those new to the field can use it as a beginner’s guide to become familiar with certain topics, and those more advanced in their medical career will gain useful hints and find updated information on specific clinical disease entities.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Disorders of Salt and Water Balance -- Disorders of the Acid-Base Status -- Dyskalemias -- Disorders of Calcium and Phosphate Regulation -- Abnormalities in Magnesium Metabolism -- Acute Kidney Injury: General Aspects -- Pharmacotherapy in the Critically Ill Child with Acute Kidney Injury -- Renal Replacement Therapy in the ICU -- Nutrition for the Critically Ill Pediatric Patient with Renal Dysfunction -- Tools for the Diagnosis of Renal Disease -- Urosepsis -- Hypertension in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit -- Acute Glomerulonephritis -- Acute Interstitial Nephritis -- The Tumor Lysis Syndrome: An Oncologic and Metabolic Emergency -- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome -- Vasculitis -- Renal Issues in Organ Transplant Recipients in the PICU -- Acute Kidney Injury Following Cardiopulmonary Bypass -- Contrast-Induced Nephropathy -- Intoxications.
The challenging circumstances surrounding pediatric patients in nephrology are oftentimes very different from those in adult patients, especially in the ICU. Starting with a logical approach to each individual problem as seen in the ICU, this comprehensive book covers the pathophysiology of the child, the diagnostic approach and gives valuable up-to-date treatment recommendations. Each renal disorder and disease entity is covered with: An overview of the physiology and pathophysiology A focus on unique and frequently challenging circumstances of pediatric patients State-of-the-art medical management guidelines based on evidence and expert opinion Physicians and health-care providers in all areas of care and all levels of training will find this unique book helpful. Those new to the field can use it as a beginner’s guide to become familiar with certain topics, and those more advanced in their medical career will gain useful hints and find updated information on specific clinical disease entities.
Nephrology.
Critical care medicine.
Pediatrics.
General practice (Medicine).
Nursing.
Nephrology.
Intensive / Critical Care Medicine.
Pediatrics.
General Practice / Family Medicine.
Nursing.