Use of Progestogens in Clinical Practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Softcover

MV, Anita; Jain, Sandhya; Goel, Neerja

 
9789352702183: Use of Progestogens in Clinical Practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Synopsis

Progestogens are a class of steroid hormones that bind to and activate the progesterone receptor. This book is a guide to the use of progestogens for clinicians. Beginning with an overview of structure, biochemistry and classification, the following chapters discuss methods of administration, pharmacokinetics, metabolism and the physiological actions of progesterone. The remaining sections of the book cover clinical usage guidelines for progestogens, their role in contraception, side effects and contraindications. The book concludes with a chapter offering guidance on prescription writing and detailed references.

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About the Author

Anita MV MD MNAMS MICOG FICMCH
Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Sandhya Jain MD DNB MNAMS FICOG
Associate Professor

Neerja Goel MD FAMS FICOG FIMSA FFGSI
Ex-Director Professor

All at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, New Delhi, India

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