Description
This book has always primarily covered operative obstetrics, caesarean section in particular. Caesarean section has seen significant changes in practice since first introduced at the time of Munro Kerr, so its coverage has been significantly increased to reflect current clinical thinking.The authors have used the latest evidence from national guidelines and the Cochrane Database, and they have been encouraged to interpret and evaluate evidence in order to stimulate the reader to think deeper about the subject.The book is divided into subsections: Chapters 1 to 7 covers the antepartum period; 8 to 33 cover labour anddelivery; 34 to 42 cover the postpartum period, and 43 and 44 cover the important organizational aspects. The chapters are well illustrated with figures from the previous editions and newly commissioned figures.
New to this edition :
- New chapter to cover labour and delivery in women with a high Body Mass Index
- Extensive coverage of caesarean section to reflect current critical thinking
- New chapter exploring assisted vaginal delivery in greater depth
- Management areas and guidelines fully updated e.g for fetal monitoring in labour
- Covers significant new research e.g the WOMAN trial
- New editor, Michael S Robson
Key Features :
- Authoritative, internationally known team of editors and authors.
- Presents a contemporary and pragmatic summary of recent developments in operative obstetrics
- Contextualises practice in the history of obstetric practice
- Accurate line drawings throughout clearly demonstrating relevant procedures and equipment
- Advice and management for obstetricians working in resource-limited areas.
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