The Pocket Doctor: Obstetrics & Gynecology

This book is a quick reference guide to obstetrics and gynaecology for trainees and physicians.

Divided into two sections, the first part examines the management of key obstetrical complications during both pregnancy, and after birth.

The second section describes gynaecological disorders including benign masses, infections during pregnancy and conception problems. 

Presented in an easy to read format, this manual includes clinical photographs, illustrations, flow charts and tables to enhance understanding. 

Key points

• Quick reference guide to obstetrics and gynaecology for trainees and physicians
• Covers diagnosis and treatment of numerous obstetrical and gynaecological disorders
• Presented in easy to read, quick reference format
• Includes clinical photographs, flow charts, illustrations and tables

Part 1 Obstetrics

Section 1 Management in Antenatal Period

• Chapter 1 Surveillance in the Antenatal Period
• Chapter 2 Smoking and Drug Abuse during Pregnancy
• Chapter 3 Common Pregnancy-Related Problems

Section 2 Abnormal Presentation

• Chapter 4 Breech Presentation
• Chapter 5 Transverse Lie

Section 3 Pregnancy-Related Complications

• Chapter 6 Antepartum Hemorrhage
• Chapter 7 Twin Pregnancy
• Chapter 8 Rh-Negative Pregnancy
• Chapter 9 Hydatidiform Mole
• Chapter 10 Fetal Growth Restriction
• Chapter 11 Preterm Pregnancy
• Chapter 12 Post-Term Pregnancy
• Chapter 13 Polyhydramnios
• Chapter 14 Urogenital Fistula Due to Obstructed Labor
• Chapter 15 Miscarriage
• Chapter 16 Previous Caesarean Section

Section 4 Medical Complications during Pregnancy

• Chapter 17 Preeclampsia
• Chapter 18 Gestational Diabetes
• Chapter 19 Anemia in Pregnancy
• Chapter 20 Heart Disease during Pregnancy
• Chapter 21 Asthma during Pregnancy
• Chapter 22 Thyroid Disorders During Pregnancy
• Chapter 23 Malaria in Pregnancy
• Chapter 24 Pregnancy in Obese Women

Section 5 Postnatal Period

• Chapter 25 Postpartum Hemorrhage
• Chapter 26 Amniotic Fluid Embolism

Part 2 Gynecology

Section 6 General

• Chapter 27 Normal Gynecological Examination

Section 7 Abnormalities in Menstruation

• Chapter 28 Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Due to Endometrial Cancer
• Chapter 29 Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

Section 8 Benign Masses

• Chapter 30 Leiomyomas

Section 9 Infections in Pregnancy

• Chapter 31 Vaginal Discharge

Section 10 Malignancies of the Genital Tract

• Chapter 32 Cervical Cancer
• Chapter 33 Ovarian Neoplasms

Section 11 Pain

• Chapter 34 Pelvic Pain
• Chapter 35 Ectopic Pregnancy
• Chapter 36 Dysmenorrhea

Section 12 Abnormalities in Conception

• Chapter 37 Infertility
• Chapter 38 Amenorrhea
• Chapter 39 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
• Chapter 40 Hirsutism
• Abbreviations

Richa Saxena MBBS MD
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, New Delhi, India