An updated second edition providing evidence-based management of emergency obstetric and intrapartum care to improve maternal and neonatal health. New chapters cover preterm labour and rescue cerclage, addressing human factors in obstetric emergencies, and learning from MBRRACE and Each Baby Counts. A practical guide for the whole perinatal team.

Centered upon a series of common clinical presentations, includes stepwise guidance on the initial investigations, management, and treatment of pediatric and adolescent gynecological conditions, based on the most up-to-date evidence. It recommends appropriate investigations and treatments to reduce symptoms while optimizing reproductive potential.

A practical manual for recognising and managing unpredictable and rapidly-changing neurological emergencies in intensive care units. Topics covered include the pathophysiology of various diseases, neuroradiology, drug therapy and best practice for difficult decision-making. Describes a variety of conditions such as haemorrhage, seizure and trauma.

Dr Reichel's fully revised and updated clinical guide on management of the elderly patient with simple to complex problems. Featuring four new chapters and incorporating geriatric emergency medicine. Provides practical and relevant information in a comprehensive format for all health specialists, from medical and nursing students to clinicians.

Provides a definitive overview of the complex ecosystem facilitating Alzheimer's Disease drug research and development. Demonstrates a drug's journey from in the lab, clinical trial testing, regulatory review, and marketing by pharmaceutical companies. Details the use of artificial intelligence, clinical trial management, and financing models.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women worldwide and can cause a range of health challenges, including potential infertility. Covering the aetiology, pathology and effective medical and surgical management, this updated third edition is a key resource for all clinicians involved in caring for patients with PCOS.

This book presents examples of successful and unsuccessful legal claims in obstetrics and gynaecology practice, describing factors that led to litigation and best practice guidance to avoid future litigation. Legal and clinical commentaries are provided for each case, covering scenarios such as multiple pregnancy, hysterectomy and breech delivery.

The process of labor and delivery has been one of the most perilous activities in human life. The awkward evolutionary compromises giving rise to humans makes birthing potentially life threatening for both mother and child.

Cirrhosis: a practical guide to management provides gastroenterologists and hepatologists with an up-to-date clinical guide presenting the very best evidence-based practice in the diagnosis, treatment and management of liver cirrhosis and its many complications.

Designed as a practical, succinct guide, for quick reference by clinicians with everyday questions, this title guides the reader through the range of approaches available for diagnosis, management, or prevention of hemorrhagic and thrombotic diseases or disorders.