9780443058578: Preterm Labor
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0443058571 ISBN 13: 9780443058578
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone, 1997

Synopsis

Preterm labor is a common problem for obstetricians, with up to 10% of pregnancies ending in premature delivery, with associated health risks to the neonate. This book covers the latest findings in the field and describes simple measures to reduce the risk of preterm labor. The text provides an authoritative review of current understanding of aetiology and guidance on management options.

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Synopsis

Preterm labour is a common problem for obstetricians, with up to 10% of pregnancies ending in premature delivery, with associated health risks to the neonate. Conventional thinking is that this is a little understood and difficult to treat area, but recent research has recognised vaginal infection as a cause. This book covers the latest findings in the field and describes simple measures to reduce the risk of preterm labour. For the practising obstetrician, confused by the recent explosion of research, the text provides an authoritative review of current understanding of aetiology and guidance on management options. Features: * Expert review in confusing area * Review of current literature * Describes simple measures to reduce incidence of preterm labour * Recommendations for management by those who are changing their clinical practice * Reflects variations in clinical practice

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Publisher
Churchill Livingstone
Publication date
1997
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0443058571
ISBN 13 
9780443058578
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
565