Llewellyn-Jones fundamentals of obstetrics and gynaecology / / edited by Jeremy Oats, Suzanne Abraham

• Pubblicazione: Edinburgh ; ; New York, : Mosby/Elsevier, 2010
• Edizione: 9th ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (363 p.)
• Disciplina: 618
• Soggetto topico: Obstetrics; Gynecology
• Altri autori: OatsJeremy AbrahamSuzanne Llewellyn-JonesDerek
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Front Cover; Llewellyn-ones Fundamentals of Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Copyright Page; Contents; Preface to the ninth edition; Acknowledgements; Chapter 1: Gynaecological and obstetric history and examination; The Woman Presenting With Gynaecological Problems; The Maternity Patient; Chapter 2: Ovulation and the menstrual cycle; Menarche; Effects of Oestrogen and Progesterone on Body Tissues; Menstruation and Ovulation; Endometrial Cycle; Cervical Cycle; Vaginal Cycle; Chapter 3: Conception and placental development; Implantation; Formation Of The Placenta; Function Of The Placenta ; Immunology Of The TrophoblastChapter 4: Embryo and fetus; Nutrition; Cardiovascular System; Lungs; Gastrointestinal Tract; Renal System; Immune System; Muscular System; Endocrine Activity; Chapter 5: Physiological and anatomical changes in pregnancy; Hormonal Changes; Genital Tract Changes; Cardiovascular System; Respiratory System Changes; Alimentary System Changes; Renal System Changes; Immune System Changes; Weight Gain In Pregnancy; Chapter 6: Antenatal care; Aims of Antenatal Care; Preconception Advice; Antenatal Care Providers; Psychological Preparation for Motherhood ; Diet in PregnancyAntenatal Screening; Antenatal Depression; Care of the Pregnant Woman; Frequency of Antenatal Visits; Preparation for Breastfeeding; Growth of the Fetus During Pregnancy; Age and Reproductive Performance; Preparing for Childbirth; Signs That Labour is About to Start; Antenatal Information; Chapter 7: Physiological and anatomical changes in childbirth; The Passages; The Passenger; The Powers; Effect of Childbirth on the Mother; Effect of Childbirth on the Fetus; Chapter 8: Course and management of childbirth; Choices in Childbirth; Onset of Labour ; Progress and Management of Labour and BirthBirth of the Baby; The Newborn Baby; Progress, Management and Delivery of the Placenta; Inspection and Repair of the Genital Tract and Perineum; Management of the Immediate Postdelivery Period; Pain Relief During Labour and Childbirth; Chapter 9: The puerperium; Physiological and Anatomical Changes; Morphological Changes in the Genital Tract; Conduct of the Puerperium; Care of the Neonate; Lactation and Breastfeeding; Maintenance of Lactation; Psychological Problems in the Puerperium; Sexuality After Childbirth; Perinatal Bereavement; Postnatal Check ; Chapter 10: Minor complications of pregnancyBackache; Cervical eversion and discharge; Constipation; Displacement of the uterus; Dyspnoea; Heartburn; Haemorrhoids and varicose veins; Insomnia; Leg cramps; Micturition; Nausea and vomiting; Oedema; Palpitations, fainting and headaches; Placidity and drowsiness; Pubic symphysis diastasis; Pruritus; Sweating; Vaginal discharges; Chapter 11: Miscarriage and abortion; Aetiology of Spontaneous Miscarriage; Mechanisms of Miscarriage; Varieties of Spontaneous Miscarriage; Psychological Effects Of Spontaneous Miscarriage; Induced Abortion ; Psychological Effects of Induced Abortion
• Sommario/riassunto: Comprehensive coverage of the clinical essentials of both obstetrics and gynaecology in one affordable volume. A new team of authors presents the latest advances in the management of pregnancy and the treatment of gynaecological disorders in a well-written, easy-to-read style. Shorter chapters, updated terminology, clearer scans, and more line drawings are just some of the fresh, new changes that bring this popular reference up-to-date and make it relevant to today's practice
• Altri titoli varianti: Fundamentals of obstetrics and gynaecology
• Titolo autorizzato: Llewellyn-Jones fundamentals of obstetrics and gynaecology
• ISBN: 0-7234-3719-X
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910148608003321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II