慢性腎臟疾病已經成為許多國家的重要健康議題，根據統計，全世界大約有8.5億的人受到不同類型的腎臟疾病影響（International Society of Nephrology, 2019），且全球高達十分之一的成年人患有慢性腎臟病。根據研究顯示，預計到2040年，慢性腎臟病將成為全球壽命縮短的第五大最常見的原因(Foreman et al., 2018)。造成慢性腎臟病的原因有很多，其中糖尿病、
Well organized and highly readable, the National Kidney Foundation Primer on Kidney Diseases has offered clear, comprehensive coverage of adult and pediatric kidney diseases for more than 25 years. The thoroughly revised 8th Edition of this authoritative, practical reference covers every relevant topic in the field, making it an excellent resource for residency, fellowship, clinical practice, and board review. It brings you completely up to date with key topics in this fast-changing field, including ongoing clinical research and changing treatment protocols. This powerful learning tool and clinical reference is a joint publication of Elsevier and the National Kidney Foundation. Covers every relevant topic in nephrology-from anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology to diagnosis and management of kidney disease, to fluid and electrolyte disorders, hypertension, dialysis, and renal transplantation. Presents complex material in a clear, easy-to-understand manner that is both accessible for
Ing (Loyola U. Chicago) et al. assemble 95 chapters by an international group of nephrologists and other medical specialists who outline the history and development of dialysis, as well as its future.
Suzuki (nephrology, Community Health Science Center, Japan) presents 21 articles on peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis therapy in Japan. Engineering technology and medical specialists from Japa
As the dialysis population grows, an expert medical resource on the percutaneous creation and maintenance of vascular access is much needed.? This book fulfills exactly that need, engaging interventio
The book, to the best of the editor’s knowledge, is the first text of its kind that presents both the traditional and the modern aspects of ‘dialysis modeling and control’ in a clear, insightful and h
This book is the first text of its kind that presents both the traditional and the modern aspects of dialysis modeling and control in a clear, insightful and highly comprehensive writing style. It pro
This type of dialysis uses the body's own peritoneal membrane as an osmotic filter as dialysis fluid is infused directly into the abdominal cavity, and after a prescribed dwell time is drained, pullin
This type of dialysis uses the body's own peritoneal membrane as an osmotic filter as dialysis fluid is infused directly into the abdominal cavity, and after a prescribed dwell time is drained, pullin
This program explains the components and processes of Hemodialysis, reviews common and/or serious complications, and discusses nursing responsibilities when caring for patients. Types of access sites
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Since the inaugural publication of Pediatric Dialysis in 2004, a wide range of advances have taken place in dialysis-related care, leading to a wealth of new knowledge in the field. Pediatric Dialysi
