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Urine Proteomics in Kidney Disease Biomarker Discovery
This book systematically summarizes the ideas and technologies used in urine proteome analysis. It argues that change is the core of biomarker definition since the body uses its homeostatic mechanisms to correct changes in the blood. This means that urine is probably a better source of biomarkers than blood. A roadmap to the urinary biomarker era is proposed, and researchers are reminded of the…
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- 978-94-017-9523-4
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Arteriovenous Access Surgery: Ensuring Adequate Vascular Access for Hemodialysis
This book offers a comprehensive overview of up-to-date knowledge on vascular access surgery. Written by a senior author with more than 30 years of experience and by expert contributors, it covers both surgical and theoretical aspects. The author shares his expertise in a hands-on approach and presents his views on the difficulties that every clinician may encounter. The various options for vas…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-642-41139-7
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- XVII, 250
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- 573.139 SCH a
Assessment of Preclinical Organ Damage in Hypertension
This book presents up-to-date information on how to assess early preclinical alterations in the heart, the small and large arteries and the kidney using the most sensitive, specific and cost-effective techniques. A wide variety of techniques are discussed, with careful attention to the latest developments. For each organ, evidence is documented regarding the prevalence of organ damage in the ge…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-319-15603-3
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- VIII, 218
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- 616.12 ASS a
Informing Clinical Practice in Nephrology The Role of RCTs
Historically, clinical decisions in renal medicine have been challenged by the scarce availability of robust supportive evidence. Not only are the number of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in Nephrology the third lowest amongst the medical specialties but in many instances the trials themselves are of poor quality. In addition, practice has been further influenced by extrapolation from the …
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- 978-3-319-10291-7
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- XII, 243
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- 611 INF
Onconephrology
This case based resource focuses on kidney disease in patients with cancer. Chapters cover the pathophysiology and management of specific kidney diseases in cancer patients, as well as the impact of chemotherapy, toxicity of organ and stem cell transplantation and other emerging therapies. Filling a significant knowledge gap in this burgeoning field, Onconephrology features the latest evidence …
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- 978-1-4939-2658-9
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- XXI, 376
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Amyloid and Related Disorders: Surgical Pathology and Clinical Correlations
The second edition of this text presents an overview of the most recent developments in this area including clinical presentation, etiology, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis. The rationale for various therapies, including transplantation, is discussed and tissue diagnosis (its pitfalls and strategies for avoiding them) and laboratory support are included. The involvement of all major or…
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- Ed. 1
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- 978-3-319-19294-9
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- XIX, 542
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- Current Clinical Pathology
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- 616.07 AMY a
Urine Proteomics in Kidney Disease Biomarker Discovery
This book systematically summarizes the ideas and technologies used in urine proteome analysis. It argues that change is the core of biomarker definition since the body uses its homeostatic mechanisms to correct changes in the blood. This means that urine is probably a better source of biomarkers than blood. A roadmap to the urinary biomarker era is proposed, and researchers are reminded of the…
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- 978-94-017-9523-4
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- 15 b/w illustrations, 10 illustrations in colour
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Kidney Stone Disease: Say NO to Stones!
Kidney stone is a significant disease with a 12-15% prevalence in the United States. Patients with a history of stones have a 50% risk of making another stone in 5 years or 80% risk in their lifetime. The goal of this book is to educate the reader on the nuts and bolts of stone disease and to provide new and updated information to help them tackle this painful disease.
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- 978-3-319-12105-5
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Key Diagnostic Features in Uroradiology: A Case-Based Guide
This book presents a wealth of images of the different diseases and conditions encountered in the field of uroradiology with the aim of enabling the reader to recognize lesions, to interpret them appropriately and to make correct diagnoses. The images have been selected because they depict typical or classic findings and provide a route to lesion recognition that is superior to memorization of …
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- 978-3-319-08777-1
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Key Diagnostic Features in Uroradiology: A Case-Based Guide
This book presents a wealth of images of the different diseases and conditions encountered in the field of uroradiology with the aim of enabling the reader to recognize lesions, to interpret them appropriately and to make correct diagnoses. The images have been selected because they depict typical or classic findings and provide a route to lesion recognition that is superior to memorization of …
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