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Basic Sciences for Obstetrics and Gynaecology has become the standard revision aid for students preparing for examinations in obstetrics and gynaecology, particularly those candidates for the MRCOG Part I. The authors present a wealth of information in a concise, didatic format, focussing on those facts that are generally considered non-contentious. The fifth edition includes both new and revised material, reflecting the current understanding of the basic sciences underpinning the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. This book will be of value to the student and also those professionals wishing to refresh their basic scientific knowledge.

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Author:   Tim Chard ,  Richard Lilford
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   5th ed. 1998
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.670kg
ISBN:  

9783540761884

ISBN 10:   3540761888
Pages:   198
Publication Date:   07 October 1997
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of print, replaced by POD  
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Table of Contents

1 Cell Biology, Embryology and the Placenta.- The Cell.- The Genetic Code.- Chromosome Abnormalities.- Genetics - Single and Multiple Gene Defects.- Fertilisation.- Cleavage of the Embryo: The Morula and the Blastocyst Implantation of the Blastocyst and Early Development of.- the Placenta and Embryo.- Multiple Pregnancy.- Further Development of the Embryo.- The Placenta.- Placental Synthesis.- Placental Transfer.- The Membranes.- Amniotic Fluid (Liquor).- 2 Anatomy.- Vulva.- Vagina.- Uterus.- Fallopian Tubes.- Ovaries.- Female Urological System.- Levator Ani Muscles (Pelvic Diaphragm).- Perineum.- Peritoneum and Ligaments of the Pelvis.- Blood Supply to the Female Pelvis.- Lymphatic Drainage of the Female Pelvis.- Nerve Supply to the Female Pelvis.- Pelvic Skeleton.- Fetal Skull.- Microstructure and Function of the Non-pregnant Reproductive Tract.- Embryology of the Genital System.- Anterior Abdominal Wall.- 3 General Physiology and Biochemistry.- Cardiovascular System.- Lung.- Acid-Base Balance.- Kidney.- Nervous System.- Gut and Nutrition.- Metabolism.- Immunology.- 4 Endocrinology.- Basic Concepts in Endocrinology.- Hypothalamus.- Anterior Pituitary.- Posterior Pituitary.- Breast and Lactation.- Sex Steroids.- Ovary.- Testis.- Thyroid Gland.- Adrenal Cortex.- Adrenal Medulla.- Hormones Involved in Calcium Homeostasis.- Puberty.- Menopause.- Initiation of Labour.- Pineal Gland.- Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP).- 5 Pathology.- Inflammation.- Wound Healing.- Metabolic Response to Injury.- Shock.- Abnormal Tissue Growth.- Tumours.- Thrombosis and Embolism.- Deposition of Salts and Pigments.- Effects of Radiation.- 6 Microbiology.- Bacteria.- Viruses.- Rickettsial Organisms.- Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma.- Fungal Infections.- Protozoal Infections.- Some Characteristics of Infections at Special Sites.- 7 Pharmacology.- Sedative, Hypnotic and Anxiolytic Agents.- Antipsychotic Agents.- Antidepressive Agents.- Analgesics.- Antacids.- Laxatives.- Anti-emetics.- Antihistamines.- Diuretics.- Antihypertensive Agents.- Drugs Affecting Blood Coagulation.- Drugs Used for Treatment of Osteoporosis.- Chemotherapy of Infection.- Pharmacology of Sex Steroids.- Drugs Affecting Contraction of the Uterus.- Anticancer Drugs (Cytotoxic Agents).- General Anaesthetic Agents.- Local Anaesthetic Agents.- Drugs of Abuse.- General Aspects of Pharmacology in Pregnancy.- General Aspects of Pharmacology During Breast Feeding.- Appendix A Statistics.- Appendix B Ultrasound.

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