Responding to the rising number of ESRD patients and the increasing importance of dialysis care and management, Complications of Dialysis provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary perspective on the latest therapy options-addressing complications that may arise from dialysis and utilizing the patient-, technique-, and relationship-oriented approaches to facilitate better treatment.

Investigates causality of economic stipulations contributing toward adverse outcomes!

Outlines therapeutic modalities in North America, Europe, and developing countries!

Clearly organized into procedure- and patient-related sections while offering a balanced combination of pathophysiology and applications, this practical resource integrates technical experience with clinical results.

Written by 80 international experts, Complications of Dialysis

• discusses management and advice strategies for each complication
• explores socioeconomic and environmental aspects and the interaction of public health with environmental and economic conditions
• examines issues of vascular access, dialysate composition, water treatment, and the biocompatibility of membranes related to hemodialysis
• investigates problems associated with peritoneal membrane failure
• describes benefits and limitations of delivered dosages and anticoagulation in various therapies
• analyzes the conjunctive effects of dialysis with cardiac and bone diseases, immune dysfunction, and pulmonary and hypertension illnesses
• considers nutrition, endocrine, and sexual concerns for dialysis patients
• addresses special issues concerning renal replacement therapy in the ICU, in children, and in patients with HIV
• and more!

With over 5000 literature references, tables, drawings, photographs, x-rays, and equations, Complications of Dialysis serves as an insightful reference for nephrologists, renal pathologists, hematologists, endocrinologists, cardiologists, critical care physicians, fellows, residents, and medical school students.