Servet Clinical Guides: Chronic Kidney Disease

Part of the Servet Clinical Guides series, this book is designed to assist veterinary surgeons in navigating the complexities of chronic kidney disease. It offers up-to-date information on pathophysiology, diagnostic protocols, and therapeutic management, including the treatment of complications such as hypertension, proteinuria, and anemia. A significant focus is placed on the veterinarian-client relationship, providing guidelines to help practitioners explain the disease to pet owners and manage long-term follow-up effectively.

1. Visit to the clinic; 2. What is chronic kidney disease?; 3. Anamnesis and clinical examination; 4. Treatment protocols (dehydration, gastrointestinal signs, anaemia, hypertension, proteinuria, etc.); 5. Guidelines for the owner and follow-up; 6. Appendix: Suggested treatment protocols according to IRIS CKD stage.