Essentials of Obstetrics

This book provides undergraduate students with the most up to date information in the field of obstetrics. This third edition has been fully revised and provides step by step guidance on evaluation, diagnosis and management of many obstetric disorders. Divided into two sections, the first part provides an overview of female pelvic and reproductive anatomy, and the very early stages of pregnancy, including miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. The following chapters discuss disorders and emergencies associated with pregnancy and labour, and their management. The new edition of this highly illustrated manual includes new chapters on the pelvis and foetal skull, contracted pelvis, and cephalopelvic disproportion. Key Points Fully revised, new edition providing latest information in field of obstetrics Covers numerous disorders and emergencies associated with pregnancy and labour Third edition includes new chapters on the pelvis Previous edition (9788184489095) published in 2010