Salt and Water

Synopsis

Starting with the evolution of the kidney, presents the state of our knowledge on the physiology of the salt and water balance. Techniques are shown with which it was possible to gain new important knowledge on the physiological processes taking part in the different parts of a nephron. Mode of action of the diuretic flurosemide is explained. (English edition)*.

Language

English

Country

Germany

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 44 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1969

Availability

Free loan to members

Subjects

Medical sciences

Keywords

diuretics; kidneys; physiology - human

Credits

Producer

George Munck

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

West Germany

Sponsor

Name

Hoechst UK Ltd

Distributor

Name

BMA Film and Video Library

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