Fully revised, new edition presenting latest developments in gynaecology. Includes numerous graphics and diagrams and an interactive DVD ROM. Previous edition published in 2007.

This ninth edition has been fully revised to provide clinicians and trainees with the latest information and developments in the field of obstetrics. Beginning with discussion on female reproductive anatomy, physiological changes in pregnancy, the foetus, placenta and foetal membranes, the following chapters explain antenatal care and normal labour. The following sections cover the diagnosis and management of numerous disorders and complications that may occur during pregnancy and in labour. A complete chapter is dedicated to imaging, amniocentesis and clinical tests, and the final section presents photographs of instruments, specimens, sonograms, MR images, and drugs. The book provides guidelines from different professional and academic organisations including RCOG, ACOG, WHO, FIGO, NICHD, CDC, and NICE. Summary tables, algorithms, boxes, flowcharts and ‘key points’ are given in each chapter to assist revision. Key points Fully revised, new edition presenting latest developments in the field of obstetrics Highly illustrated with clinical photographs and learning tools Provides guidelines from various professional and academic organisations Previous edition (9789351527237) published in 2015

DC Dutta’s Textbook of Obstetrics is the eighth edition of this comprehensive and highly illustrated textbook. Thoroughly revised and updated, the book spans 42 chapters, incorporating new material and the latest advances in the field of obstetrics. New topics in this edition include prenatal genetic counselling, screening and diagnosis, whilst progress in technology is recognised with the inclusion of Doppler studies, MR images, microphotographs, data graphs and laparoscopic images. This highly detailed book is formatted for ease of reference, with expanded contents and index, and colour coded headings and key points at the end of every chapter, highlighting essential information. A list of questions at the end of the book allows the reader to assess their own understanding. A list of abbreviations, updated reviews, relevant websites, and over 500 colour images further enhance the text. The book also includes an interactive DVD-ROM. DC Dutta’s Textbook of Obstetrics features the latest guidelines from professional and academic organisations including RCOG, ACOG, WHO, FIGO, NICHD, CDC, NICE, ICOG and DIPSI, making this an authoritative guide to the field of obstetrics. Key Points Fully revised and updated new edition New chapters include prenatal genetic counselling, screening and diagnosis Previous edition published 2014 Over 500 colour images and illustrations, plus interactive DVD-ROM Latest guidelines from RCOG, ACOG, WHO, FIGO, NICHD, CDC, NICE, ICOG and DIPSI

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