Primary Care in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Handbook for CliniciansJoseph S. Sanfilippo, Roger P. Smith Springer Science & Business Media, 2008 M04 16 - 542 pages This book provides a timely revision of the definitive source for quick reference and up-to-date information on the primary health care of women. Containing contributions by leaders in obstetrics-gynecology, primary care and relevant subspecialties, the book presents the latest information from respected authorities. New case studies have been added at the end of each chapter to provide useful information for the busy clinician. New chapters include: Elderly Patients; Cardiovascular Hypertension; The Role of Applied and Genomic Molecular Biology; and Nutrition, Obesity, and Eating Disorders. This book is a must-have reference for the busy clinician |
Contents
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Elderly Patients | 55 |
Lesbian Patients | 75 |
The Role of Genomic and Applied Molecular Biology 89 | 88 |
Emergencies in the Office Setting | 105 |
Gynecologic Pathology | 120 |
Mood Disorders | 147 |
Breast Disease | 175 |
Dermatologic Disorders | 283 |
Diabetes Mellitus | 309 |
Gastrointestinal Disorders 327 | 326 |
Headaches | 345 |
Nutrition Obesity and Eating Disorders | 357 |
Respiratory Disorders | 379 |
Sexual Dysfunction | 397 |
Sports Medicine and Injuries in | 433 |
Cardiovascular Hypertension | 195 |
Chronic Pelvic Pain | 215 |
Contraception Update 241 | 240 |
Diagnosis | 265 |
Thyroid Disease 449 | 448 |
Appendix | 467 |
Index | 511 |
Other editions - View all
Primary Care in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Handbook for Clinicians Joseph S. Sanfilippo Limited preview - 1998 |
Primary Care in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Handbook for Clinicians Joseph Sanfilippo,Roger P. Smith No preview available - 2007 |
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