The Spectrum of Mineral and Bone Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease
Author | : Klaus Olgaard |
Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
Total Pages | : 616 |
Release | : 2010-06-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780191029325 |
ISBN-13 | : 0191029327 |
Rating | : 4/5 (327 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Spectrum of Mineral and Bone Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease written by Klaus Olgaard and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2010-06-10 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite significant improvement in the management of patients with chronic kidney disease, the morbidity and mortality remain high. However more is now understood about the hormonal influence on bone and vascular structures, and there have been major advances in the field of bone and mineral metabolism. This has lead to the development of new treatment strategies and agents. This new second edition reflects the most current thinking and understanding in this fascinating field, as presented by world basic and clinical experts.