NUTRITIONAL AND MEDICAL MANAGEMENT OF KIDNEY STONES. (HARDCOVER)

• Part I: Overview
Epidemiology of Kidney Stones in the U.S.A
• Part II: Basics of Kidney Stone
Pathophysiology of Kidney Stone Formation
Basics of Kidney Stones: Dietary Risk Factors of Kidney Stones
Genetic and Environmental Risk Factors for Kidney Stones
• Part III: Diagnosis and Treatment
Evaluation of Patients with Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Stone Removal Procedures and Emerging Therapies
• Part IV: Prevention, Medical and Nutritional Management for Different Types of Stones
Calcium Stone: Pathophysiology, Prevention, and Medical Management
Nutritional Management of Calcium Stones
Medical Management of uric Acid Stones
Nutritional Management of Uric Acid Stones
Struvite Stones
Cystine Stones
Medical Management of Unknown Stone Types
Nutritional Management of Unknown Types of Stones
• Part V: Special Consideration
Bariatric Surgery and Stone Risk
Nephrolithiasis in Patients with Gastrointestinal Disorders
Gastrointestinal Disease and Stone Risk: Nutritional Management
Nephrolithiasis in Kidney Transplant
Nutritional Management of Nephrolithiasis in Chronic Kidney Disease
Kidney Stone: Diety, Myth, and Realty
Herbal Use in the Nutrition Management of Kidney Stones
Nephrolithiasis Nutrition Therapy in the Pediatric Populations
Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Nephrolithiasis
• Part VI: Resources
Dietary Database of Oxalates
Online and Educational Resources for Kidney Stones
Medical Nutrition Therapy and Evidence-Based Practice
Nutrition in Medical Management of Kidney Stones: Stone Disease Research
Appendix: MNT Order
Urine Test Order Forms
Diet Education
Cases
Oxalate Content and Internet Info
FAQ.

This text comprehensively covers the nutritional and medical management and prevention of kidney stones. Sections address types of stones, nutritional risks, medical and pharmaceutical managements, prevention of recurrence, and special consideration of stone risks among specific diseases such as obesity with gastric bypass, chronic kidney disease, and gastric intestinal disorders. Diagnosis of kidney stones, urinalysis and biochemical indices, dietary assessment, and medical nutrition therapy for specific types of kidney stones are also included. In addition, case studies are provided in the appendix. Cutting edge research is also highlighted in regards to pharmaceutical treatments and epidemiological findings in nutrition and kidney stones.

Nutrition in Medical Management of Kidney Stones will be a practical resource for health professionals in the fields of nutrition, nephrology, urology, and general medicine, as well as medical students, resident physicians, and allied health clinicians whose research, practice, and education includes nutrition and kidney stones.

Features
• Each chapter opens with 5 to 8 bullet points that provide key learning objectives for the chapter
• Chapters close with a synopsis that summarizes the content within the chapter
• Appendices include clinical references and practical tools for the clinician
• Case studies are presented at the conclusion of the stone classification chapters

Authors
• Haewook HanHarvard Vanguard Medical AssociatesDepartment of NephrologyBoston, MA USA
• Walter P. MutterNewton-Wellesley HospitalDepartment of NephrologyNewton, MA USA
• Samer NasserHarvard Vanguard Medical AssociatesDepartment of NephrologyBoston, MA USA