Description
Book SynopsisThe first trimester of pregnancy is a period of major development for a foetus. It can also be a dangerous time with the highest risk of miscarriage during the first few months.
This book is a comprehensive guide to the first trimester of pregnancy for obstetricians and gynaecologists. Beginning with the basics of physiology, the following chapters describe changes in the body, screening, dietary advice, exercise, travel and the effects of smoking and alcohol.
The book covers the management of numerous disorders that may be associated with first trimester pregnancy, including ectopic pregnancy, recurrent miscarriage, breast diseases, sepsis and gynaecological problems. The final chapters examine termination and medicolegal aspects.
Key points
- Guide to first trimester pregnancy for obstetricians and gynaecologists
- Covers management of numerous associated disorders
- Includes surgical procedures and anaesthesia during the first trimester
- Nearly 170 images, illustrations and tables
Table of Contents
- Normal Changes in First Trimester of Pregnancy
- Dating and Chorionicity
- The Booking Visit
- Diet Counseling During Pregnancy
- Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
- Hyperemesis Gravidarum
- First Trimester Screening
- Invasive Procedures in First Trimester
- Vaccination in First Trimester
- Supportive Drugs Used in the First Trimester
- Prescribing in the First Trimester
- Effect of Smoking, Alcohol and Habit forming Drugs in First Trimester of Pregnancy
- Travel Guidelines during First Trimester
- Role of Exercise and Bed Rest in Pregnancy
- Pain Abdomen in the First Trimester
- Management of Ectopic Pregnancy
- Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
- Management of HIV Positive Patient in First trimester
- TORCH Infection in First Trimester in Pregnancy
- Management of Medical Disorders in First Trimester of Pregnancy
- Vaginal Discharge in First Trimester
- Breast Diseases in Early Pregnancy
- Associated Gynaecological Conditions in First Trimester of Pregnancy
- Recurrent First Trimester Pregnancy Loss
- First Trimester Pregnancy Follow-up after IVF Conception
- A Special Focus on Twin Pregnancy in First Trimester
- Surgery and Anesthesia in First Trimester of Pregnancy
- Laparoscopy in 1st Trimester
- Sexual Behaviour during 1st Trimester
- Clinical Approach in First Trimester Bleeding
- Sepsis in First Trimester
- Ultrasound during 1st Trimester
- Termination of Pregnancy in First Trimester
- Medico Legal Aspect of First Trimester Termination
