The prevalence of medical problems in pregnancy is increasing because of a complex
interplay between demographic and lifestyle factors, and developments in modern medicine …

Pregnancy is a state in which normal human physiology is dramatically altered. Virtually
every organ system is affected, resulting in changes in many physiologic parameters. In the …

Medical professionals are often involved in the management of the pregnant patient without
necessarily being experts on all the complications surrounding pregnancy. The Handbook of …

This fully updated New Edition gives physicians the practical knowledge they need to
manage medically complicated pregnant patients. Inside, readers will find guidance on …

This is a major new textbook on medical disorders and medical complications in pregnancy,
which provides an authoritative and practical guide to the management of these potentially …

During gestation, the maternal body should increase its activity to fulfil the demands of the
developing fetus as pregnancy progresses. Each maternal organ adapts in a unique manner …

Praise for the 1st edition:" This book is a must have for any midwife, particularly those
working in the community, clinics and in high-risk areas.... This book is an extremely useful …

Obstetricians must have a firm grounding in the diagnosis and management of diseases
affecting pregnant women as in some cases these may threaten the life of mother or baby or …

Neurological conditions during pregnancy can be pregnancy related or can be caused by
exacerbation of pre-existing neurological disorders. Knowledge of pre-existing epilepsy or …

Pregnant women present with the same disorders and diseases as other patients.
Consequently, the physician often has to prescribe drugs for medical conditions or is faced …