Long-term hemodialysis

Preface. 1. Causes and Consequences of End-Stage Renal Failure. 2. Basic Principles of Hemodialysis. 3. Blood Access. 4. Dialysis Equipment. 5. Biocompatibility. 6. Adequacy of Hemodialysis, Nutrition, and Dialysis Prescription. 7. Management of the Dialysis Patient. 8. Cardiovascular and Neurological Problems. 9. Immunologic and Hematologic Disorders. 10. Bone and Joint Problems. 11. Other Clinical Problems. 12. Outcome and Economics. Index.