Obstetric syndromes and conditions
This is a clinical textbook on common and uncommon obstetrical conditions. The authors explain the diagnosis and management of these special pathologies. The book contains 18 chapters, covering psychological and psychiatric conditions, and mechanical and orthopaedic conditions.
xviii, 390 pages ; 26 cm
9781850707547, 1850707545
940977543
Normal Pregnancy Symptoms: Behavioral. Cardiovascular. Neurological. Musculoskeletal. Gastrointestinal. Reproductive system. Urinary tract. Respiratory. Dermatologic. Psychiatric/Psychologic Conditions: Pseudocyesis. Munchausen syndrome. Eating disorders. Emesis and hyperemesis gravidarum. Postpartum mood disorders. Postpartum psychosis. Denial of pregnancy and infanticide. Pelvic Conditions: Pelvic relaxation syndrome. Coccygodynia. Uterine incarceration; inversion; prolapse. Neurologic Conditions: Cephalalgia. Idiopathic facial paralysis. Meralgia parasthetica. Postpartum obstetric paralysis. Hand symptoms. Restless leg syndrome. Wernicke-Korakoff syndrome. Water intoxification. Central pontine myelinolysis. Amaurosis gravidarum. Genetic Conditions: Coagulation disorders. Connective tissue disorders. Special Problems: Ectopic pregnancy. Adnexal masses. Breast cancer. Cervical cancer. HIV and pregnancy. Pheochromocytoma. Anesthesia complications. Index.