Hemodialysis: New Methods and Future Technology

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Author: Claudio Ronco, Mitchell Rosner
Affiliation: San Bortolo Hospital; Vicenza, Italy
Publisher: Karger
Publication Date: 2011
ISBN 10: 3805597711
ISBN 13: 9783805597715
eISBN: 9783805597722
Edition: 1st
Description:
This book contains notable contributions from the well-known Vicenza course on hemodialysis and miniaturized wearable devices for renal replacement therapy. The main themes covered in this publication include cardio-renal syndromes as well as new technologies in hemodialysis, new dialysis membranes and techniques, the importance of vitamin D receptors in renal and extra-renal physiology, and the control of risk factors such as blood pressure and lipid disorders. Special interest is placed on new models of organization including large dialysis networks and health care economics. Moreover, acute kidney injury and its impact on the subsequent development of chronic kidney disease are discussed together with the use of modern biomarkers. Microfluidics, nanotechnology and miniaturized dialysis devices suitable for wearable ambulatory treatments are also covered in depth. The publication at hand is a useful tool for consultation by the clinician as well as for those involved in the care of patients with end-stage kidney disease.
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