Description
Emergencies in Obstetrics and Gynaecology is your essential companion for navigating urgent situations in maternal and women's health. This comprehensive guide presents a practical and accessible approach to handling all emergency scenarios faced by healthcare professionals in obstetrics and gynaecology. Covering a wide range of topics, from life-threatening conditions to urgent care needs, this handbook is expertly designed to help practitioners identify symptoms and reach differential diagnoses swiftly. The 'Obstetric emergencies' section addresses critical issues from early pregnancy complications to post-delivery challenges, ensuring you are well-equipped to provide urgent care. Meanwhile, the 'Gynaecologic emergencies' section focuses on conditions that may threaten women's health or fertility, emphasizing the importance of timely intervention. The second edition has been updated to include emerging topics, such as the implications of substance misuse in pregnancy and the urgent need to address violence against women and children. New insights on 'preoperative assessment' are included to guide practitioners on managing patient consent, risks, and expectations. Make 'Emergencies in Obstetrics and Gynaecology' your go-to reference for understanding how to prevent, manage, and treat crises in women’s health. This definitive handbook is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills in managing emergencies in obstetrics and gynaecology effectively.