Harrison's Nephrology and Acid-Base Disorders

Nephrology and Acid-Base Disorders – with all the authority ofHarrison’s

Featuring a superb compilation of chapters related to nephrology and acid-base disorders that appear inHarrison’s  Principles of Internal Medicine, Nineteenth Edition (including content from the acclaimedHarrison’s DVD, now appearing in print), this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have definedHarrison’s. Readers will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation.

· Content reflects the full scope of nephrology

· Complete coverage of a broad spectrum of topics, including acid-base and electrolyte disorders, vascular injury to the kidney, and specific diseases of the kidney

· Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management

· High-yield board review questions make this text ideal for keeping current and preparing for the boards

·  Content updates, new developments and references since the publication ofHarrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, 19e

· Helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance

J. Larry Jameson, MD, PhD (Philadelphia, PA) is Senior Vice President and Executive Dean of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, and one of the leading figures in academic medicine in the United States. Dr. Jameson is also a Harrison’s editor as well as the editor of leading texts and references in medicine.

Joseph Loscalzo, MD (Boston, MA) is Physician-in-Chief at Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. Dr. Loscalzo is one of the most respected cardio-pulmonary specialists in the world.