Handbook of Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies

by Benrubi, Guy I.

• ISBN13: 9780781762366
• ISBN10: 0781762367
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-04-28
• Publisher: LWW

Summary

Introducing the newly revised and updated Third Edition of Dr. Benrubi's acclaimed clinical reference, Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies. This practical, portable--and affordable--handbook will serve as your rapid reference in the office or emergency room. In this new edition you'll find features and highlights like these: / Coverage addresses all emergent conditions plus a wide range of non-emergent problems such as STDs that are frequently present in emergency departments. / Each chapter focuses on diagnosis and treatment and includes treatment algorithms where appropriate. / New chapters address mosquito-borne illness (West Nile) and bioterror agents and pregnancy. / Ample illustrations, including ultrasound, will guide your diagnosis and treatment. With this valuable pocket guide in hand, you'll always have the information you need to diagnose and treat the most commonly encountered obstetric and gynecologic emergencies. Be sure to order Handbook of Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, Third Edition today!

Table of Contents

Obstetric

Medical Emergencies in the Pregnant Patient

Acute Abdominal Pain in Pregnancy

Ectopic Pregnancy

Trauma in Pregnancy

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation During Pregnancy

Perimortem Cesarean Section

Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy: Preeclampsia/Eclampsia

Bleeding in Pregnancy

Infections in Pregnancy

Pregnancy Women and Chemical-Biological Warfare

Mosquito Borne Illnesses: Western Nile Virus

Delivery in the Emergency Department

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection and Pregnancy: Labor and Delivery Management

Postpartum Emergencies

Role of Imaging Modalities in Obstetric Emergencies

Drug Therapy in Pregnancy

Complications of Legal and Illegal Abortion

Gynecologic

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Vulvar and Vaginal Diseases

Menorrhagia and Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

Pelvic Mass

Torsion of Ovary

Oncologic Emergencies

Postoperative Emergencies

Emergency Evaluation and Treatment of the Sexual Assault Victim

Gynecologic Traumas

Imaging in Gynecologic Emergencies

Urogynecologic Emergencies

Emergency Room Communication Issues: Dealing with Crisis

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