Contributors -- Preface -- Dedication -- 1. An Introduction to Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) -- 2. Nomenclature for CRRT -- 3. Solute Transport in CRRT -- 4. The Prisma Machine -- 5. The Baxter BM 25 Machine -- 6. The Gambro AK 10 Machine -- 7. The Hygieia 'Plus' Machine -- 8. The Diapact Machine -- 9. The EQUAsmart Machine -- 10. The Multimat BIC Machine -- 11. The Aquarius Machine -- 12. The RanD Performer Machine -- 13. Pediatric CRRT -- 14. Anticoagulation during CRRT -- 15. Trouble-shooting during CRRT -- 16. Vascular Access for CRRT -- 17. Nursing Management Concepts for CRRT in the ICU -- 18. Drug Dosing Adjustments During CRRT -- Index
Summary
A highly practical, clear and concise illustrated manual, this book is aimed at all intensive care physicians and nurses involved in the care of critically ill patients with acute renal failure who require hemofiltration therapy. This is a well-established and growing method of renal replacement. Bellomo is Australian
