Acute Renal Failure in the Critically Ill

Addressing the pathology and pathophysiology of acute renal failure in the critically ill, this volume reviews in detail all known mechanisms of renal injury. A number of practical clinical issues are covered, from rhabdomyolysis to drug-induced renal failure.

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This is a comprehensive review of current knowledge in a growing area of intensive care and nephrology. It addresses the pathology and pathophysiology of acute renal failure in the critically ill, reviewing in detail all known mechanisms of renal injury in these patients. The approach to prevention from renal injury and the physiology of renal recovery are also discussed. The book deals with a number of practical clinical issues from rhabdomyolysis to drug-induced renal failure, from heparorenal syndrome to nutrition, and from paediatric issues to drug use and dosage in these patients. Finally, it focuses on all the issues related to haemodialysis and haemofiltration, describing the pros and cons of different forms of renal replacement.