Brenner & Rector’s The Kidney (2 volume set) 12th Edition

Long considered the definitive reference for nephrology practitioners and fellows, Brenner & Rector’s The Kidney, marks its 50th anniversary with the publication of this 12th Edition. This two-volume masterwork provides expert, well-illustrated information on everything from basic science and pathophysiology to clinical best practices, covering the total patient population from preconception to the elderly. More than 200 expert contributors from 20 countries representing six continents provide a truly global perspective on the treatment and management of renal diseases.

Addresses current issues such as advancements in the understanding and treatment of glomerular diseases, global considerations in treating and managing kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and kidney transplantation
Includes new chapters on Infection-related Glomerulonephritis; IgA Nephropathy and IgA Vasculitis; Point-of-Care Ultrasound; Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology; Kidney Lesions Associated with Dysproteinemias; Nephrotic Syndrome; Disaster Nephrology; and Sex, Gender, and Kidney Health
Offers significantly revised content on complement-mediated GN and thrombotic microangiopathies, genetics of kidney disease, and nephrotic syndrome: primary and secondary
Contains hundreds of full-color, high-quality photographs as well as carefully chosen figures, algorithms, and tables that illustrate essential concepts, nuances of clinical presentation and technique, and clinical decision making
Twelve new videos included in the Point-of Care chapter provide expert guidance on technique and interpretation of findings