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Springer Basic Sciences for Obstetrics and Gynaecology by Tim Chard, Richard Lilford
Basic Sciences for Obstetrics and Gynaecology has become the standard _x000D_revision aid for students preparing for examinations in obstetrics and _x000D_gynaecology, particularly those candidates for the MRCOG Part I. A wealth _x000D_of information is presented in a concise, didactic format, focusing on _x000D_those facts that are generally considered to be neither contentious nor _x000D_speculative. _x000D_The fifth edition has been substantially updated to reflect the current _x000D_understanding of the basic sciences underpinning the practice of _x000D_obstetrics and gynaecology. This book will also be of value to _x000D_professionals wishing to refresh their basic scientific knowledge. _x000D_Cell Biology, Embryology and the Placenta _x000D_Anatomy _x000D_General Physiology and biochemistry _x000D_Endocrinology _x000D_Pathology _x000D_Microbiology _x000D_Pharmacology _x000D_Tim Chard is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at St Bartholomew's _x000D_Hospital in London. Richard Lilford is Professor of Health Services _x000D_Research at the University of Birmingham._x000D_ Table of contents : - _x000D_
1 Cell Biology, Embryology and the Placenta.- The Cell.- The Genetic Code.- Chromosome Abnormalities.- Genetics - Single and Multiple Gene Defects.- Fertilisation.- Cleavage of the Embryo: The Morula and the Blastocyst Implantation of the Blastocyst and Early Development of.- the Placenta and Embryo.- Multiple Pregnancy.- Further Development of the Embryo.- The Placenta.- Placental Synthesis.- Placental Transfer.- The Membranes.- Amniotic Fluid (Liquor).- 2 Anatomy.- Vulva.- Vagina.- Uterus.- Fallopian Tubes.- Ovaries.- Female Urological System.- Levator Ani Muscles (Pelvic Diaphragm).- Perineum.- Peritoneum and Ligaments of the Pelvis.- Blood Supply to the Female Pelvis.- Lymphatic Drainage of the Female Pelvis.- Nerve Supply to the Female Pelvis.- Pelvic Skeleton.- Fetal Skull.- Microstructure and Function of the Non-pregnant Reproductive Tract.- Embryology of the Genital System.- Anterior Abdominal Wall.- 3 General Physiology and Biochemistry.- Cardiovascular System.- Lung.- Acid-Base Balance.- Kidney.- Nervous System.- Gut and Nutrition.- Metabolism.- Immunology.- 4 Endocrinology.- Basic Concepts in Endocrinology.- Hypothalamus.- Anterior Pituitary.- Posterior Pituitary.- Breast and Lactation.- Sex Steroids.- Ovary.- Testis.- Thyroid Gland.- Adrenal Cortex.- Adrenal Medulla.- Hormones Involved in Calcium Homeostasis.- Puberty.- Menopause.- Initiation of Labour.- Pineal Gland.- Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP).- 5 Pathology.- Inflammation.- Wound Healing.- Metabolic Response to Injury.- Shock.- Abnormal Tissue Growth.- Tumours.- Thrombosis and Embolism.- Deposition of Salts and Pigments.- Effects of Radiation.- 6 Microbiology.- Bacteria.- Viruses.- Rickettsial Organisms.- Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma.- Fungal Infections.- Protozoal Infections.- Some Characteristics of Infections at Special Sites.- 7 Pharmacology.- Sedative, Hypnotic and Anxiolytic Agents.- Antipsychotic Agents.- Antidepressive Agents.- Analgesics.- Antacids.- Laxatives.- Anti-emetics.- Antihistamines.- Diuretics.- Antihypertensive Agents.- Drugs Affecting Blood Coagulation.- Drugs Used for Treatment of Osteoporosis.- Chemotherapy of Infection.- Pharmacology of Sex Steroids.- Drugs Affecting Contraction of the Uterus.- Anticancer Drugs (Cytotoxic Agents).- General Anaesthetic Agents.- Local Anaesthetic Agents.- Drugs of Abuse.- General Aspects of Pharmacology in Pregnancy.- General Aspects of Pharmacology During Breast Feeding.- Appendix A Statistics.- Appendix B Ultrasound._x000D_