| View Larger Image | Kidney Dialysis and Transplants: The 'At Your Fingertips' Guide | Paperbackby Andy Stein (Author), Janet Wild (Author), Richenda Milton-Thompson (Editor), David Woodroffe (Editor), Jane Taylor (Editor)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Class Publishing | | Page Count: | 324 Pages | | Publication Date: | April 01, 2002 | | Sales Rank: | 1,286,602st |
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Product Description
An accessible reference guide aimed at kidney failure sufferers and their families providing authoritative and practical information about managing a kidney condition from the initial diagnosis to strategies for coping. Medical terms are explained in layman's language and questions are answered that patients may be afraid to ask their doctors. A list of organisations to contact for further help and support is also included. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 1 review)
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KIDNEY DIALYSIS AND TRANSPLANTATION, GUIDE by Kenneth Liang (Los Angeles CA)  5 Stars
April 01, 2009
I am sharing this book with my dialysis technicians who require certification from time to time. It is also recommended by the American Kidney Foundation. K.L.
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