This is a highly illustrated, practical book covering the obstetric and surgical procedures used in intrapartum care, including commonly used procedures and more rare techniques.
The authors take a step-by-step approach to each technique and includes 'tips' and 'pointers', whilst contextualising this with the history of obstetric practice.
Authoritative, world-known editors and author teamPresents a contemporary and pragmatic summary ofrecent developments in operative obstetricsContextualises practice in the history of obstetric practiceAccurate line drawings throughout clearly demonstrating relevant procedures and equipmentAdvice and management for obstetricians working in resource-limited areasNew chapter to cover labour and delivery in high-BMI womenExtensive coverage of Caesarean section to reflect current critical thinkingNew chapters exploring assisted vaginal delivery in greater depthManagement areas and guidelines fully updated (e.g. for fetal monitoring in labour)Covers significant new research, e.g. the WOMAN trialNew editor, Michael Robson