Aging and the Kidney: Possible Mechanisms, Consequences, and Management Strategies explores the connection between kidney health and overall well-being with increasing age and longevity. The first part examines histological, structural, physiological, and functional changes that contribute to age-related declines in kidney function. The role of nutrition and proteomics is also discussed. The second part examines the functional decline in elderly patients and includes subparts on impaired quality of life, sleep quality, fall risk, frailty, depression, and sarcopenia. It also considers unique features of hypertension, diabetes, glomerulonephritis, and peripheral vascular disease.

The final part focuses on diagnostic, management, and prevention strategies. Common myths about chronic kidney disease in the elderly are addressed, with particular attention to how a solitary kidney in living donors ages over time. In addition, kidney function and its relationship to neurologic complications, cancers, and cardiovascular disease are explained, along with current treatment approaches, medications, and future directions in the care of elderly patients.

• Covers histological, structural, physiological, and functional changes that lead to decline in kidney function with aging
• Summarizes the most up-to-date research on the kidney’s impact on health and lifespan
• Addresses common myths regarding kidney disease in the elderly
• Provides guidance on diagnostic, management, and prevention strategies in kidney health and disease for the aging patient