Core Concepts in Hypertension in Kidney Disease

Description

Core Concepts in Hypertension in Kidney Disease
by Ajay K. Singh
ISBN # 9781493964345

Core Concepts in Hypertension in Kidney Disease guide provides a comprehensive review of the full spectrum of hypertension in chronic kidney disease (CKD). Targeted towards the busy practitioner, the focus of this volume is on various therapies and how to lower blood pressure through lifestyle changes. Specialist patient populations and hypertension and causes of hypertension are also covered in detail. Clinically-focused and authoritative, this resource offers a rationalized approach to diagnosing and treating hypertension in CKD.

Core concepts in hypertension in kidney disease Includes:

• Covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of hypertension in chronic kidney disease
• Examines hypertension in different patient populations and clinical settings
• Ideal for the busy practicing nephrologist or renal fellow

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Epidemiology of Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Chapter 2 Assessment of Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Chapter 3 Pathophysiology of Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease and Dialysis
Chapter 4 Syndromes of Renovascular Hypertension
Chapter 5 Resistant Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Chapter 6 Hypertension in Pregnancy
Chapter 7 Hypertension in the Dialysis Patient
Chapter 8 Hypertension in the Kidney Transplant Recipient
Chapter 9 Hypertensive Urgencies and Emergencies
Chapter 10 Management of Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Chapter 11 Genetic Syndromes of Renal Hypertension
Chapter 12 Drug-Induced Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Chapter 13 Diagnosis and management of hypertension in children with chronic kidney disease
Chapter 14 Devices to Treat Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease