DESCRIPTION

* A compact, quick reference revised and expanded with practical, clear illustrations
* Provides classification, clinical findings, pathophysiology, lab findings, differential diagnosis, complications, prevention, treatment and prognosis for many ob-gyn problems
* Explains drug therapy, anesthesia and surgical procedures

BACK COVER
Reference to it was rewarded with a satisfactory answer to almost every problem ... an excellent publication. I shall enjoy keeping this book handy to my consulting desk.

Perfect for use at the bedside, on the wards, or at your desk, this handy reference delivers key information on pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment for the full range of women's health problems.

Compact and affordable, this best seller features:
*concise text, simple illustrations, quick-reference charts and graphs, and drug therapy algorithms
*current guidelines for the prevention, treatment, and management of STDs
*the latest on hormone replacement and menopause

Topics covered include: *diseases and disorders of the breast, cervix, ovaries, uterus, vulva, and vagina * labor and delivery * high risk pregnancy * complications in pregnancy * menstrual abnormalities and complications * endometriosis * infertility *contraception *gynecologic procedures and surgery *sexual assault

* on the ninth edition

CONTENTS


1. The Female Patient.
2. Female Reproductive Anatomy and Reproductive Function.
3. Development and Maldevelopment.
4. Maternal Physiologic Adjustments to Pregnancy.
5. Diagnosis of Pregnancy and Prenatal Care.
6. Course and Conduct of Labor and Delivery.
7. High-Risk Pregnancy.
8. The Infant.
9. The Pueperium.
10. Early Pregnancy Complications.
11. Late Pregnancy Complications.
12. Multiple Pregnancy.
13. Hypertensive Disorders During Pregnancy.
14. Nonvertex Presentations, Shoulder Dystocia, and Cord Accidents.
15. Medical and Surgical Complications During Pregnancy.
16. Operative Obstetrics.
17. Gynecology History and Examination.
18. Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.
19. Diseases of the Breast.
20. Disorders of the Vulva and Vagina.
21. The Cervix.
22. Diseases of the Uterus.
23. The Ovary and Oviducts.
24. Sexually Transmitted Diseases.
25. Menstrual Abnormalities and Complications.
26. Contraception.
27. The Nonreproductive Years.
28. Endometriosis and Adenomyosis.
29. Infertility and Related Issues.
30. Other Gynecologic Problems.
31. Gynecologic Procedures and Surgery.
32. Sexual and Domestic Assault.