Obstetric And Gynecologic Emergencies

The unique aspect of this book is collection of 100 true case scenarios as one sees them in the casualty, the main objective being to provide a convenient source of information in the emergency hour. The book constitutes 43 chapters into three sections. In this book the first dealing with commonly encountered emergency situations in obstetrics, the second dealing with emergency situations in gynecology and the third dealing with situations common to both Obstetrics and gynecology. Each chapter is well laid out and written in an easy-to-understand format. The book is written with focus on practical and academic needs of both postgraduate students and practicing consultants. It provides a convenient source of information and a practical guideline for ready reference in the management of challenging emergency situations in the casualty."

This issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics, Guest Edited by Dr. Joelle Borhart and Dr. Rebecca Bavolek, is dedicated to Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies. Topics include: Nonpregnant vaginal bleeding; Sexually transmitted infections; Genital complaints at extremes of age; Acute pelvic pain; Complications in early pregnancy; Complications of assisted reproductive technology; Vaginal bleeding in late pregnancy; Precipitous delivery; Postpartum emergencies; Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy; Trauma in pregnancy; Cardiovascular emergencies in pregnancy; and Resuscitation in pregnancy.

Designed to quickly provide practical advice on the emergency care of the pregnant patient, plus how to provide emergency gynecologic care to children, adolescents, and women of all ages, the book's distinctive format logically organizes information first by age group, and second, according to signs and symptoms. Within these groups, the authors discuss those disorders common to the age group. Bulleted, high-yield facts begin each chapter, and diagnostic and treatment guidelines quickly locate essential "how to" information.

This highly practical text on gynecologic emergencies includes sonographic findings and laparascopic investigations and management for point-of-care assessment. Gynecologists, emergency physicians, and other providers will find this an invaluable resource for information on what to do in a crisis.

Dr. Benrubi's acclaimed clinical reference, Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, has now been revised and reformatted into a portable, affordable, and practical handbook. Designed for rapid reference in the emergent care setting, the handbook features numerous treatment algorithms, bulleted lists, and tables.Coverage includes all emergent conditions and non-emergent problems, such as STDs, that frequently present in emergency departments. Each chapter focuses on diagnosis and treatment and includes at least one treatment algorithm. Many chapters from the text have been rewritten to reflect current practice, and new chapters on crisis intervention, urologic emergencies, and emergency contraception have been added.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Perfect as a quick reference in the emergency room or your office, the newest edition of this handbook is diagnostic and treatment focused, touching on a range of everyday conditions and problems. These include newer issues such as medico-psychological ramifications of sexual assault, complications from abortion, assisted reproductive technologies, and immunologic therapies. Ob-gyns as well as non-obstetric providers will find much here to help them assess and manage clinical situations.

This issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, guest edited by Dr. Henry Galan, pertains to emergencies that are unique to obstetrics and gynecology. Topics in this issue include Management of Pregnancy in a Jehovah's Witness, Intimate Partner Violence, Approach to the Acute Abdomen in Pregnancy, Current Management of Ectopic Pregnancy, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Blood Component Therapy in Obstetrics, Early Goal Directed Therapy for Sepsis During Pregnancy, Thromboembolism in Pregnancy, Shoulder Dystocia, Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Pregnancy, Amniotic Fluid Embolism, Trauma in Pregnancy, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Pregnancy, Angiographic and Interventional Options in Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, and Liability in High-Risk Obstetrics.