Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases, 4th Edition – A Comprehensive Resource for Pathologists and Nephrologists

Authored by renowned experts Robert B. Colvin MD, Anthony Chang MD, and Lynn D. Cornell MD, this esteemed volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an indispensable point-of-care resource for practitioners across all levels of experience and training.

Comprehensive Overview of Non-Neoplastic Renal Diseases

Covering the full spectrum of common and rare non-neoplastic renal diseases, this book incorporates the latest scientific and technical knowledge to provide a thorough understanding of all key issues relevant to today’s practice. With its visually stunning illustrations and easy-to-use format, Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases, 4th edition, is an ideal day-to-day reference or reliable training resource for every practicing pathologist, nephrologist, resident, student, or fellow.

Key Features and Updates

• Provides a comprehensive source for key pathologies and clinical features of over 265 kidney diseases
• Features 24 new chapters on timely topics, including:
  • COVID-19 nephropathies
  • Xenografts
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital pathology analysis
  • Harmonized nephropathology terminology
  • Newly identified types of amyloidosis
  • Common artifacts and pitfalls on kidney biopsy
  • Vaccination-associated renal disease
  • Crystal nephropathies
• Includes updates from the International Kidney and Monoclonal Gammopathy (IKMG) research group, the American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism (ACR/EULAR) classification criteria for IgG4-related disease, Banff Foundation for Allograft Pathology, and others
• Details updated genetic causes of nephrotic syndromes and antinephrin antibodies in podocytopathies by the investigator who discovered it
• Discusses the newly identified variant IgG nephropathy and novel membranous autoantigens
• Contains chapters on techniques, including immunofluorescence on paraffin sections, C4d staining, and polyomavirus detection in tissue
• Features over 4,300 print and online images, including high-resolution photographs and histologic images, full-color medical illustrations, radiologic images, and more
• Employs consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, a variety of tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert reference at the point of care

Expert Insights and eBook Availability

This comprehensive resource shares the expertise of internationally recognized authors, providing fresh perspectives on multiple topics, with a particular emphasis on practical information that directly assists in making and supporting a diagnosis. The eBook version enables you to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in kidney disease diagnosis and treatment with Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases, 4th edition. Order your copy today and enhance your knowledge and skills in nephrology and pathology!