First Aid for Nephrology

Welcome to the Nephrology Essentials: A Comprehensive Guide for Medical Students and Residents. This Book is designed to be an essential resource for those embarking on their journey in renal medicine, whether you are a medical student, resident, or even a practicing clinician looking to refresh your knowledge. Nephrology is a complex and dynamic field that encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting the kidneys, from acute kidney injury to chronic kidney disease, and from dialysis to kidney transplantation.

In this Book, we delve deeply into the most important topics within nephrology, providing a thorough understanding of the underlying pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of various renal conditions.

The topics covered include:

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)Glomerular DiseasesElectrolyte and Acid-Base DisordersHypertension in Kidney DiseaseDialysis and Renal Replacement TherapyKidney TransplantationGenetic and Congenital Kidney DiseasesRenal Pharmacology