Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology: A Problem-Based Approach - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 110716513X ISBN 13: 9781107165137

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2018

Synopsis

Pediatric and adolescent gynecology (PAG) is recognized as a specialist area and clinicians working in PAG need specific expertise. A wide spectrum of conditions needs to be addressed, ranging from simple disorders which respond to basic treatment to complex congenital anomalies with a genetic origin and life-long health consequences. Investigations must be appropriate and treatment should reduce symptoms and distress whilst optimizing gynecological and reproductive potential. Centered upon a series of common clinical presentations, this book includes stepwise guidance on the initial investigations, management, and treatment options. Guidance is supported by the most up-to-date evidence-base, written by clinicians with dedicated clinical and research experience in PAG. New techniques - such as laparoscopic surgery - are included and the importance of the psychological assessment of children with specific PAG disorders is highlighted. The book also includes an authoritative chapter on safeguarding - recognizing the unique opportunity for gynecologists in child protection.

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About the Authors

Sarah Creighton is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Honorary Clinical Professor at University College London Hospital and Consultant Adolescent Gynaecologist at Great Ormond Street Hospital London. She is a founder member and past Chair of the British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology.

Adam Balen is Professor of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at the Leeds Centre for Reproductive Medicine. He is Chair of the British Fertility Society and Chair of the WHO Expert Working Group on the management of PCOS.

Lesley Breech is a Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologist and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Surgery at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Cincinnati. She is the Chief of Gynecology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, where her focus is on pelvic reconstruction.

Lih-Mei Liao is Lead Clinician of the Women's Health Psychological Services at University College London Hospitals. She is a co-founder of Critical Sexology Seminar and the European Network for Psychosocial Studies in Intersex/Diverse Sex Development.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 110716513X
• ISBN 13: 9781107165137
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 172
• Editor: Creighton Sarah M., Balen Adam, Breech Lesley, Liao Lih-Mei