Handbook of Dialysis

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Handbook of Dialysis is written by John T. Daugirdas and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1469830868 (ISBN 10) and 9781469830865 (ISBN 13).

This will be a completely revised and updated edition of this popular handbook. It provides practical, accessible information on all aspects of dialysis with emphasis on day-to-day patient management. Authored by international experts, chapters provide complete coverage of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, special problems in dialysis patients, and problems pertaining to various organ systems. –Provides practical, accessible information on all aspects of dialysis, with emphasis on day-to-day patient management –Targeted for nephrologists, nephrology/renal nurses, family physicians, dialysis centers –International experts provide complete coverage of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, special problems in dialysis patients and problems pertaining to various organ systems –New for this edition: •Expanded coverage of vascular access placement and management •Drugs in ESRD •Full discussion on importance of dietary control of sodium and phosphate •New regulatory issues (CMS, Medical Director responsibilities) •Update on US reimbursement/financial issues, the effects of bundling