New Century Kidney Transplantation (Figures, Photos, Portraits)

Author: Li Yantang
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Publish Date: 2001-09-01
Features: This book consists of 25 chapters, with the foundational part covering 10 chapters, including the history of kidney transplantation, basic principles of transplant immunology, kidney transplant pathology, immunological tolerance, immunocompatibility, tissue typing and immunological testing techniques, immunosuppressants, anti-rejection therapy, gene therapy, and new advances in xenotransplantation. The clinical part comprises 15 chapters, including pre-transplant preparation, indication selection, kidney selection, transplant preservation, kidney transplant surgical techniques, the diagnosis, management, and prevention of various medical and surgical complications after transplantation. It also specifically includes pediatric and elderly kidney transplant nutrition. The content of this book is rich, up-to-date, and highly practical, primarily aimed at clinical practitioners.