Dewhurst's Textbook of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

__Dewhurst's Textbook of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 8th Edition,__ remains one of the best clinical companions for trainees in obstetrics and gynecology. In an even easier-to-use format, there is a clear division between obstetrics and gynecology content. Now with the inclusion of feature boxes throughout, trainees can quickly and easily pick out key points and concept summaries. Within each section, material is subdivided into logical subsections reflecting a natural, progressive pathway allowing trainees to better navigate the text. Cover 1 Title Page 4 Contents 6 Contributors 9 Preface to the Eighth Edition 15 Preface to the First Edition 16 Section 1 Obstetrics 17 Part 1 Basic Science 18 1 Maternal Physiology 19 2 The Placenta and Fetal Membranes 30 Chapter 3 Normal Fetal Growth 40 Part 2 Normal Pregnancy 47 4 Pre-conception Counselling 48 5 Antenatal Care 55 Part 3 Early Pregnancy Problems 63 6 Spontaneous Miscarriage 64 7 Recurrent Miscarriage 71 8 Gestational Trophoblast Tumours 77 9 Ectopic Pregnancy 87 10 Induced Abortion 99 Part 4 Maternal Medicine 110 11 Hypertensive Disorders 111 12 Heart Disease in Pregnancy 121 13 Diabetes and Endocrine Disease in Pregnancy 131 14 Renal Disease 147 15 Haematological Problems in Pregnancy 161 16 Miscellaneous Medical Disorders 183 Part 5 Fetal Medicine 192 17 Antenatal Screening 193 18 Disorders of Fetal Growth and Assessment of Fetal Well-being 208 19 Fetal Medical Conditions 216 20 Fetal Anomalies 227 21 Multiple Pregnancy 238 Part 6 Birth 252 22 The Normal Mechanisms of Labour 253 23 Post-term Pregnancy 275 24 Induction and Augmentation of Labour 293 25 Obstetric Emergencies 302 26 Malpresentation, Malposition, Cephalopelvic Disproportion and Obstetric Procedures 317 27 Fetal Monitoring During Labour 332 28 Preterm Labour 344 29 Analgesia, Anaesthesia and Resuscitation 362 Part 7 Postnatal Care 368 30 Puerperium and Lactation 369 31 Neonatal Care for Obstetricians 381 32 Obstetric Statistics 398 Section 2 Gynaecology 413 Part 8 Gynaecology 414 33 Clinical Anatomy of the Pelvis and Reproductive Tract 415 34 Normal and Abnormal Development of the Genital Tract 423 35 The Role of Ultrasound in Gynaecology 437 36 Hysteroscopy and Laparoscopy 450 Part 9 Childhood and Adolescence 470 37 Puberty and Its Disorders 471 38 Gynaecological Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence 480 Part 10 Menstruation 485 39 The Menstrual Cycle 486 40 Contraception and Sterilization 494 41 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Secondary Amenorrhoea 512 42 Menstrual Problems: Heavy Menstrual Bleeding and Primary Dysmenorrhoea 533 43 Premenstrual Syndrome 543 44 Menopause and the Postmenopausal Woman 552 Part 11 Inability to Conceive 564 45 Infertility 565 46 Assisted Reproduction 578 Part 12 Pelvic Pain 593 47 Pelvic Infection 594 48 Chronic Pelvic Pain 604 49 Endometriosis 612 Part 13 Urogynaecology 622 50 Uterovaginal Prolapse 623 51 Urinary Incontinence 631 Part 14 Benign Gynaecological Disease 689 52 Benign Diseases of the Vulva 690 53 Benign Diseases of the Vagina, Cervix and Ovary 701 54 Benign Disease of the Uterus 710 Part 15 Gynaecological Oncology 722 55 Malignant Disease of the Vulvaand the Vagina 723 56 Premalignant and Malignant Disease of the Cervix 741 57 Epithelial Ovarian Cancer 754 58 Endometrial Cancer 770 Part 16 Miscellaneous Topics 777 59 Sexual Dysfunction 778 60 Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault 791 61 Ethical Dilemmas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology 798 62 The Law and the Obstetrician and Gynaecologist 808 Colorplate 1 816 Colorplate 2 824 Index 832 This time honoured classic has been re-built completely: after six editions the editor has decided that a radical revision is necessary. The new edition has been developed as a result of intensive consultation with trainees in OB/GYN as to what they want, what they need and how they learn.

The book is organised into two halves covering obstetrics and gynaecology. Within each, the chapters are structured into sections containing pedagogic features such as boxes, highlights and key points for the first time. It contains everything the clinician needs to practice the art of obstetrics and gynaecology and sufficient information to help sub-specialists develop their specific interests. This text is recommended reading for the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology membership examination.

This seventh edition contains 21 new chapters:

• Anatomy of the Pelvis and Reproductive Tract
• Placenta and Fetal Membranes
• Antenatal Care
• Anaesthesia and Analgesia
• Recurrent Miscarriage
• Ectopic Pregnancy
• Trophoblastic Disease
• Genetics and Prenatal Diagnosis
• Drugs and Pregnancy
• Obstetric Emergencies
• Prolonged Pregnancy
• Renal Disease
• Termination of Pregnancy
• Imaging in Gynaecology
• PMS
• Assisted Reproduction
• Hysteroscopy and Laparoscopy
• Sexual Dysfunction
• Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy
• Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault - now on MRCOG curriculum
• Ethical Dilemmas

This seventh edition has been significantly updated with a wide range of internationally renowned contributors who are all experts in their field, bringing this book to the cutting edge of knowledge in obstetrics and gynaecology.

"It was my favourite textbook when I was working for my examinations and I am still using it. I can recommend this edition to current trainees wholeheartedly. It is certainly worth buying." Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

"THE guide to women's reproductive health The knowledge needed for careful and effective practice of obstetrics & gynaecology continues to grow. Dewhurst's Textbook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology distils evidence and experience into a straightforward, practice-based guide to women's reproductive health. This 8th edition has been comprehensively updated to reflect modern clinical needs. Summary boxes throughout enable rapid assimilation of key information for effective clinical practice. The two main parts, obstetrics and gynaecology, have been further divided into thematic sections : The basics of obstetrics and of gynaecology The phases of pregnancy from preconception to postnatal care Maternal medicine and fetal medicine Menstruation Infertility Urogynaecology Gynaecologic oncology Designed for trainees and to support experienced practitioners, Dewhurst's Textbook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology is your ideal clinical companion."--Résumé de l'éditeur * The recognized classic text for trainees in the UK and Commonwealth * RCOG recommended reading for trainees * Provides structured and progressive content, helping trainees to better navigate the text * Offers a new range of pedagogical features with further summary features .