Perinatal Pathology: Volume 15 in the Major Problems in Pathology Series

By John Wigglesworth and Jonathan S. Wigglesworth MD FRCPath

The new edition of this popular series of books offers fast access to complete, up-to-date discussions of the pathology of the fetus and neonate. The book begins with chapters on general principles and moves on to specific systems and organs.
Written by an international authority in perinatal pathology.Considers the practical problems faced by the reader and explains how to solve them.
Includes descriptions of the lesions and other problems that may be caused by diagnostic and management procedures.Helps the reader determine the correct investigations required to make accurate diagnoses.
Provides a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of postmortem diagnosis.Illustrates principles, methodologies, and pathologies with over 300 photographs and line drawings.

WHAT'S NEW: More emphasis on pathology of the small fetus, throughout the book, including new chapters on study of the embryo and early fetus.
Expanded sections on skeletal dysplasias.New chapters on Edema and Hydrops.
Additional information on more conditions in nearly every chapter.Introduces the latest concepts in genetics and cancer treatment.
A separate chapter on the skin.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0721642527
• ISBN13: 9780721642529
• Release Date: August 1996
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 0.8" x 7.8"