Williams Obstetrics, 26th Edition

The landmark text that has served generations of obstetrician-gynecologists—fully updated with the most current perspectives of the field Williams Obstetrics has defined the discipline for generations of obstetrician-gynecologists. Written by authors from the nationally renowned University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Hospital, the new edition of this authoritative, evidence-based work maintains its trademark comprehensive coverage and applicability at the bedside, while offering the most current information and insights. The culmination of a century of clinical thought, Williams Obstetrics, 26th Edition delivers expert coverage of obstetrical complications, such as preterm labor, pregnancy-related hypertension, infection, and hemorrhage. It additionally offers foundational content on reproductive anatomy, physiology, and prenatal care. The authors have enhanced this edition with 1,000+ full-color illustrations, plus an increased emphasis on the fast-growing subspecialty of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. No other text matches the long-established scientific rigor and accessibility of Williams Obstetrics. With its state-of-the-art design and review of the newest advances and protocols, this not-be-missed clinical companion brings positive outcomes within reach. New and updated content includes: Increased focus on Maternal-Fetal Medicine Greater coverage of hypertension and hemorrhage Deeper insights into in-utero complications Expanded fetal t section includes cutting-edge fetal imaging, genetics, prenatal diagnosis, and fetal disorders and therapy Basic science, physiology of labor, preterm labor updated with contemporaneous publications in the literature More obstetrical sonography figures Eye-catching illustrations, including updated graphs, sonograms, MRIs, photographs, and photomicrographs A Doody's Core Title for 2022! Cover WilliamsObstetrics Title Copyright Editors Dedication Associate Editors Contributing Authors Contents Preface Acknowledgments OVERVIEW Overview of Obstetrics MATERNAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Maternal Anatomy Congenital Genitourinary Abnormalities Maternal Physiology PLACENTATION, EMBRYOGENESIS, AND FETAL DEVELOPMENT Implantation and Placental Development Placental Abnormalities Embryogenesis and Fetal Development PRECONCEPTIONAL AND PRENATAL CARE Teratology, Teratogens, and Fetotoxic Agents Preconceptional Counseling Prenatal Care FIRSTAND SECOND-TRIMESTER PREGNANCY LOSS First and SecondTrimester Pregnancy Loss Ectopic Pregnancy Gestational Trophoblastic Disease THE FETAL PATIENT Obstetrical Imaging Normal and Abnormal Fetal Anatomy Genetics Prenatal Diagnosis Fetal Disorders Fetal Therapy Antepartum Fetal Assessment LABOR Physiology of Labor Normal Labor Abnormal Labor Intrapartum Assessment Obstetrical Analgesia and Anesthesia Induction and Augmentation of Labor DELIVERY Vaginal Delivery Singleton Breech Delivery Operative Vaginal Delivery Cesarean Delivery and Peripartum Hysterectomy Prior Cesarean Delivery THE NEWBORN The Newborn Complications of the Term Newborn The Preterm Newborn Stillbirth THE PUERPERIUM T Pp Puerperal Infection Contraception Sterilization OBSTETRICAL COMPLICATIONS Preeclampsia Syndrome Clinical Management of the Preeclampsia Syndrome Causes of Obstetrical Hemorrhage Hemorrhagic Placental Disorders Management of Obstetrical Hemorrhage Preterm Birth Postterm Pregnancy FetalGrowth Disorders Multifetal Pregnancy MEDICAL AND SURGICAL COMPLICATIONS General Considerations and Maternal Evaluation Critical Care and Trauma Obsiy Cardiovascular Disorders Chronic Hypertension Pulmonary Disorders Thromboembolic Disorders Renal and Urinary Tract Disorders Gastrointestinal Disorders Hepatic, Biliary, and Pancreatic Disorders Hematological Disorders Diabetes Mellitus Endocrine Disorders Connective Tissue Disorders Neurological Disorders Psychiatric Disorders Dmologicl Disods Neoplastic Disorders Infectious Diseases Sexually Transmitted Infections The landmark text that has served generations of obstetrician-gynecologists fully updated with the most current perspectives of the fieldWilliams Obstetrics has defined the discipline for generations of obstetrician-gynecologists. Written by authors from the nationally renowned University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Hospital, the new edition of this authoritative, evidence-based work maintains its trademark comprehensive coverage and applicability at the bedside, while offering the most current information and insights.The culmination of a century of clinical thought, Williams Obstetrics, 26th Edition delivers expert coverage of obstetrical complications, such as preterm labor, pregnancy-related hypertension, infection, and hemorrhage. It additionally offers foundational content on reproductive anatomy, physiology, and prenatal care. The authors have enhanced this edition with 1,000+ full-color illustrations, plus an increased emphasis on the fast-growing subspecialty of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.No other text matches the long-established scientific rigor and accessibility of Williams Obstetrics. With its state-of-the-art design and review of the newest advances and protocols, this not-be-missed clinical companion brings positive outcomes within reach. New and updated content includes : Increased focus on Maternal-Fetal Medicine ; Greater coverage of hypertension and hemorrhage ; Deeper insights into in-utero complications ; Expanded fetal section includes cutting-edge fetal imaging, genetics, prenatal diagnosis, and fetal disorders and therapy ; Basic science, physiology of labor, preterm labor updated with contemporaneous publications in the literature ; More obstetrical sonography figures ; Expert clinicl pearls ; 3,000+ new literature citations through 2021 ; 1,000+ eye-catching illustrations, including updated graphs, sonograms, MRIs, photographs, and photomicrographs [Éd.] The landmark text that has served generations of obstetrician-gynecologistsfully updated with the most current perspectives of the field A Doody's Core Title for 2023! Williams Obstetrics has defined the discipline for generations of obstetrician-gynecologists. Written by authors from the nationally renowned University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Hospital, the new edition of this authoritative, evidence-based work maintains its trademark comprehensive coverage and applicability at the bedside, while offering the most current information and insights. The culmination of a century of clinical thought, Williams Obstetrics, 26th Edition delivers expert coverage of obstetrical complications, such as preterm labor, pregnancy-related hypertension, infection, and hemorrhage. It additionally offers foundational content on reproductive anatomy, physiology, and prenatal care. The authors have enhanced this edition with 1,000+ full-color illustrations, plus an increased emphasis on the fast-growing subspecialty of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. No other text matches the long-established scientific rigor and accessibility of Williams Obstetrics . With its state-of-the-art design and review of the newest advances and protocols, this not-be-missed clinical companion brings positive outcomes within reach. New and updated content A Doody's Core Title for 2022! "This landmark text begins with fundamental discussions of reproductive anatomy and physiology. These dovetail into clinical chapters covering obstetrical complications such as preterm labor, pregnancy-related infection, hemorrhage, and hypertension, among others. Representing the culmination of a century of clinical thought, the new twenty-sixth edition is enhanced by more than 1,000 full-color illustrations plus an increased emphasis on the fast-growing subspecialty of maternal-fetal medicine"-- Provided by publisher