Publisher's Synopsis
This monograph is designed to enable physicians to: Understand normal renal physiology and the pathophysiology of common kidney diseases Implement prevention strategies, screen for kidney disease, and support management of patients with renal insufficiency or failure Counsel patients about lifestyle factors that decrease risk and facilitate secondary prevention Recognize signs and symptoms of common primary renal problems and renal manifestations of major medical illnesses Evaluate patients and initiate management Monitor patients with uncomplicated illness and make appropriate referrals of more complicated cases Understand the implications of kidney disease for the pregnant woman and the outcome of pregnancy Understand the implications of kidney disease in older women
