Pathology, Diagnosis and Treatment of Kidney Diseases

Kidney disease is a condition or disease that affects or damages the kidneys and their functions. Kidneys play an essential role in the normal functioning of the body. The functions of kidneys involve expelling waste products and impurities from the blood. There are several types of kidney diseases, such as chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease and urinary tract infections. Chronic kidney disease is the most common form of nephropathy caused by increased blood pressure and diabetes. Various tests like glomerular filtration rate (GFR), ultrasound or computed tomography (CT) scan, kidney biopsy and blood creatinine test are used to examine the stage of kidney disease. Treatment varies, depending on the stage of the disease. Preventive measures such as sufficient water intake, less salt and sugar consumption, and reduced smoking can be adopted to help reduce the risk of developing a kidney disease. The topics included in this book on kidney diseases are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It outlines the pathology, diagnosis and treatment of these diseases. Those with an interest in the study and treatment of kidney diseases will find this book helpful.