Hypertension and Kidney Disease – ECAB

Hypertension and the Kidney by Suresh C. Tiwari addresses the growing global challenge of hypertension and its significant impact on kidney health. The book explores the complex interplay between elevated blood pressure and renal changes, examining both primary hypertension and kidney-induced secondary hypertension. It also highlights the rising prevalence of hypertension in pediatric populations and emphasizes early detection and management to prevent long-term complications, including end-stage kidney disease. The text is particularly geared toward practical guidance relevant to clinical practice in India.

Key Features

• Explains the pathophysiology of hypertension and its renal implications
• Discusses subtle renal changes contributing to the initiation of primary hypertension
• Covers established renal causes of hypertension, including renal artery stenosis
• Addresses pediatric hypertension and emerging treatment strategies
• Reviews diagnostic and management guidelines, with focus on practical application
• Emphasizes prevention of progression to end-stage kidney disease
• Provides a practical, India-focused perspective for clinicians managing hypertension and kidney-related complications 

Product Details

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B009WO7IN2
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier India 
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 26, 2012
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8131231975