Handbook of Pediatric Nephrology

Pediatric nephrology refers to a sub-specialty of pediatrics. It is responsible for managing infants, children and young people having acute and chronic kidney disease. It also includes treating kidney diseases through kidney transplantation and dialysis. Pediatric nephrology involves the detailed study of renal physiology, fluid management, and disturbances in acid-base balance and electrolytes. It is involved in the management of various diseases such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute kidney failure, nephritis and inherited cystic kidney disease. Pediatric nephrology investigates and treats children in a manner that helps them to cooperate and relax. Moreover, medical equipment specifically designed for children is used within this field. This book aims to understand the clinical perspectives of pediatric nephrology. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. Researchers and students in this field will be assisted by this book.