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Pathology of Multiple Pregnancy collates case material from over 500 autopsies (including embryos) and 1200 placentas from twins, triplets, and higher multiples with selected literature on human multiple reproduction. It emphasizes important new concepts of pathophysiology and interpretation of less than ideal outcomes of multiple conception based on over 30 years experience in the field. Aspects of perinatal pathology unique to twins and higher multiples are emphasized, with practical suggestions for the service pathologist, including items of potential medico-legal significance. Controversial topics, such as the value of studies of concordance for diseases or malformations, and the significance of inter-twin anastomoses, are addressed and suggestions made for further investigation. A close working relationship between pathologists and clinical colleagues is encouraged by discussion of clinico-pathological correlations. And, the most recent discussions on mechanisms of twinning and genetic versus environmental influences on the development of twins are presented. ... Read more

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An important book seven years later
The real test of a specialty monograph is how fares over time.It isseven years since this seminal work was published.I am compelled to say,as a continuously active professional in the field, Baldwin's"Pathology of multiple pregnancy" is more valuable in year 2000than it was when it first came out.The reason is simple: the authorfairly anticipated both the basic science and the clinical spects of therelated fields of infertility treatment and the neonatal consequences ofpolyovulation.Her compendium will deserve, but may not need, a revisededition a few years hence.The passage of time has validated her approachas a natural historian of twin studies. ... Read more

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This practical handbook will assist the physician and nurse prescriber in understanding the effects of drug exposure during pregnancy. Numerous tables and boxes provide information on drug classifications and regimens, as well as highlighting adverse effects and TERIS and FDA risk ratings. Sources of further information are provided where appropriate, and full references are available on the book's website www.drugs-and-pregnancy.com. The book provides detailed guidelines on prescribing drugs in all classes, and for a wide variety of diseases and disorders, during pregnancy. Opening with a helpful analysis of potential risks and benefits of prescribing in pregnancy, the book moves on to consider the implications of both medications for pre-existing conditions and those that develop during pregnancy, including antimicrobials, drugs for cardiovascular disease, asthma and endocrine disorders, antineoplastic agents, skin preparations, epilepsy treatments and psychiatric drugs.Invaluable guidance on anesthetic administration and the use of pain relieving medication during pregnancy and labor, and helpful advice on the possible side-effects associated with over-the-counter preparations such as cold and 'flu remedies, antihistamines and nutritional supplements is also provided. ... Read more

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Well designed book with good summaries by subject
In contrast to Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation, which covers drugs by name, this text addresses disease categories and in many ways is a more useful text to overview specific problems. References complete and timely.A useful reference work to have on the shelf of any OB or primary carephysician. ... Read more

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Unique in its field, this is the only clinical reference text that covers all the aspects of multiple pregnancies in which ultrasound plays a key role. Richly illustrated with sonographic images, drawings, tables, and pathological pictures of specimens, the book contains eleven definitive chapters by leading authors that include some of the pioneers in pathology, prenatal diagnosis, sonography, in utero therapy, and Doppler. The opening chapters outline the epidemiology as well biology and placentation of twinning. Core chapters detail the prenatal diagnosis of twins and higher multiples using both transvaginal and transabdominal sonography, sonographic diagnosis and management of complications unique to monochorionic pregnancies and dichorionic or trichorionic pregnancies, the role of Doppler in multifetal pregnancies, and the importance of sonography in the successful antepartum and intrapartum management of multiples. The final chapters cover invasive procedures: chorionic villus sampling, amniocentesis, multifetal pregnancy reduction, and in utero endoscopy. Includes bibliographic references and index. ... Read more

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University of Edinburgh, U.K.. Text of current British practice in the diagnosis and management of high-risk pregnancy, whether maternal or fetal in nature. For practitioners, board exam candidates, and residents. Well-referenced. Illustrated. 20 U.K. contributors. DNLM: Pregnancy Complications. ... Read more

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With contributions from recognized experts in the field, Neurologic Disorders in Pregnancy addresses the challenges of treating neurologic diseases in women of childbearing age before and during their pregnancies. It is designed to help readers improve their diagnostic and therapeutic skills in the management of major neurologic complications of pregnancy, increase their sensitivity and awareness of the implications of therapy for the mother and fetus, and expand their understanding and implementation of treatment strategies for neurologic disease in pregnant patients and those who may be considering becoming pregnant. ... Read more

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University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Brunswick. Comprehensive clinical reference for the perinatal health care team. Coauthored by physicians and nurses. 69 Contributors. DNLM: Labor Complications. ... Read more

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Recent medical advances have made pregnancy possible for women with heart disease and saved lives. Completely revised and expanded, this latest edition of this successful and authoritative clinical guide provides step-by-step treatment methods in a clear and organized manner. Includes fifteen extensively updated chapters and offers eight new chapters on topics such as cardiopulmonary imaging, prosthetic heart valves, pregnancy after cardiac transplantation, plus the use of diuretics, vasodilators and angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors in pregnancy. ... Read more

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The textbook on pregnancy and heart disease
How does an individual rate a book like this?It is one in it's class...The collection of patients who are pregnant and underlying coronary artery disease must be less than 100/ year in the US, and Dr. Elkayam quantitates the risks involved.It is a resource like no other, and I hope Dr. Elkayam is active in writing the next edition ... Read more

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As more and more women decide to have children in later life, the medical establishment is being forced to reevaluate its traditional stance that such women are "high-risk." Pregnancy for Older Women is the only book to present a comprehensive scientific analysis of the medical literature, exploring such controversial issues as amniocentesis, the use of cesarean section, and the effect of doctor's assumptions on case outcomes. ... Read more