Nephrology
Nephrology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with the function and diseases of the kidneys. Nephrologists diagnose and treat acute and chronic kidney diseases and are also responsible for the care of patients before and after kidney transplants.
High blood pressure – definition, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
In Austria, as in many other industrialised countries, high blood pressure is considered a widespread condition; according to estimates, around a quarter of all adults in this country are affected.
Kidney stones
Kidney stones are crystallised components of urine that form in the kidneys, renal pelvis and the urinary tract.