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Practical points for the patient with preexisting renal disease
1University of Mexico, College of Nursing, Albuquerque 87131, USA.
Abstract:
The third in a series, it is the purpose of this article to discuss common preexisting renal diseases seen in patients presenting for surgery. Defining characteristics, the pathophysiology of each disease, its causes, and treatments are presented along with perioperative nursing implications.