Full Description
The 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
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
