Review American Journal of Kidney Diseases, 01-MAY-04, Volume 43, Issue 5, Christopher R. Blagg, MD -- "This is a very good book....It certainly lives up to its advance billing in covering both the procedures and the clinical aspects of the management of dialysis patients....The practical aspects of dialysis are very well covered in the first third of the book; the remainder is devoted to succinct and excellent reviews of the clinical aspects of the evaluation and treatment of dialysis patients....The third edition of Henrich's book is an excellent production that will meet almost all the needs of renal fellows, practicing nephrologists, and academics."-American Journal of Kidney Diseases Product Description This book is an evidence-based review of the practical challenges of dealing with patients receiving dialysis. The first section covers technical and procedural considerations such as choosing the appropriate membrane, vascular access, and choosing from among the various forms of dialysis. The second section covers clinical problems in the use of dialysis, such as hypertension, infection, and other complications in patients with end-stage renal disease. Five new chapters have been added to the Third Edition, reflecting the continued advances in the understanding of kidney failure and the therapeutic options available.