An integrated textbook on the renal system, covering both the basic science of the system and its major diseases, with integrated coverage of the structure, function and major diseases of the renal system. It is suitable for systems courses as taught in the new medical curriculum.

Gross anatomy of the urinary tract. Principles of body fluid distribution and electrolyte metabolism. Mechanism and regulation of glomerular filtration. Nephrotic syndrome as a cause of oedema. Pathophysiology and clinical features of chronic renal failure. Introduction to hypertension. Causes of urinary bleeding. Renal involvement in systemic disease.

• Gross anatomy of the urinary tract
• Principles of body fluid distribution and electrolyte metabolism
• Mechanism and regulation of glomerular filtration
• Nephrotic syndrome as a cause of oedema
• Pathophysiology and clinical features of chronic renal failure
• Introduction to hypertension
• Causes of urinary bleeding
• Renal involvement in systemic disease

Each of the eleven chapters begins with a list of chapter objectives. These objectives are very useful indeed, as they provide a clear outline of the material covered in the chapter, and allow an opportunity to review upon completion of the chapter...Overall, this text book is most impressive. It includes an easy to understand glossary, clear headings, and comprehensive chapters arranged in an appropriate sequence, each building on the knowledge of the previous chapters. Medical Student, University of Adelaide, Ramsay Group Medical Books, January 2002