Pediatric Nephrology in the ICU

Description:

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.

Table of contents 

·         Disorders of Salt and Water Balance

Pages 1-17

·         Disorders of the Acid-Base Status

Pages 19-33

·         Dyskalemias

Pages 35-54

·         Disorders of Calcium and Phosphate Regulation

Pages 55-67

·         Abnormalities in Magnesium Metabolism

Pages 69-84

·         Acute Kidney Injury: General Aspects

Pages 85-97

·         Pharmacotherapy in the Critically Ill Child with Acute Kidney Injury

Pages 99-114

·         Renal Replacement Therapy in the ICU

Pages 115-125

·         Nutrition for the Critically Ill Pediatric Patient with Renal Dysfunction

Pages 127-137

·         Tools for the Diagnosis of Renal Disease

Pages 139-162

·         Urosepsis

Pages 163-170

·         Hypertension in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Pages 171-182

·         Acute Glomerulonephritis

Pages 183-192

·         Acute Interstitial Nephritis

Pages 193-200

·         The Tumor Lysis Syndrome: An Oncologic and Metabolic Emergency

Pages 201-218

·         Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Pages 219-230

·         Vasculitis

Pages 231-245

·         Renal Issues in Organ Transplant Recipients in the PICU

Pages 247-259

·         Acute Kidney Injury Following Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Pages 262-273

·         Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

Pages 275-280

·         Intoxications

Pages 281-289