Author Description
Primary Glomerulonephritis Is One Of The Most Frequent Renal Diseases, And A Main Cause Of End-stage Kidney Disease. Glomerulonephritis Has Multiple Subtypes, Each With Different Physiopathologies, Clinical Presentations, And Management Requirements, Which Makes Treatment Difficult. As A Complex Set Of Diseases, The Choice Of Symptomatic And Specific Treatment Is Critical To Ameliorating The Relentless Course Of Glomerulonephritis. Focusing On All Aspects Of Primary Glomerulonephritis, From Their Epidemiologies And Classification, To Their Pathogenesis And Treatment, This Third Edition Of Treatment Of Primary Glomerulonephritis Has Been Fully Updated To Include The Latest Research And Evidence-based Practice. With A Strong Emphasis On Drugs Used For Both Symptomatic And Specific Treatments, Mechanisms Of Action, Effectiveness, And Potential Toxicity Are Considered For Therapeutic Strategies In The Different Subtypes Of Primary Glomerulonephritis. Each Chapter Follows A Clear And Logical Format, Allowing Easy Access To Key Information. Featuring Over 20 Full-colour Histological Images Of Different Diseases To Aid Diagnosis, And With Commentary From Internationally Recognised Experts In The Field, This New Edition Is An Essential Resource For All Practising Or Academic Clinical Nephrologists.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the clinical management and therapeutic strategies required to address the diverse subtypes of primary glomerulonephritis. Authors Claudio Ponticelli and Richard J. Glassock, both established experts in nephrology, synthesize current research and evidence-based practices to provide a comprehensive framework for treating this complex set of renal diseases. The book aims to guide clinicians through the nuances of pathogenesis and drug intervention to improve patient outcomes in cases of progressive kidney disease.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of epidemiology, classification, and pathogenesis of glomerulonephritis subtypes
- Comprehensive review of pharmacological interventions, including mechanisms of action and toxicity profiles
- Over 20 full-color histological images for diagnostic reference
- Commentary from internationally recognized experts in the field
Scope Limits
- The text focuses specifically on primary glomerulonephritis and does not cover secondary renal conditions in depth
- The content is tailored for clinical and academic professionals rather than patient-facing educational material
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this third edition as a foundational reference for practicing and academic nephrologists due to its systematic approach to complex therapeutic strategies. Readers frequently note the clinical utility of the structured chapter format and the high-quality histological imagery provided for diagnostic support.
Page Count:
608
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191086851
ISBN-13:
9780191086854
PATHOLOGY
Medical
Nephrology