The main focus of this book is on ruptured uterus which is a potentially fatal complication during pregnancy. The risk factors and clinical presentation of ruptured uterus vary widely. This book gives an insight into the various possible causes and their presentation. This book aims to sensitize the practicing obstetricians about the need for high level of caution in the deceptive scenarios. The readers would be able to translate the clinical experience and shelf knowledge into every day practice. The cases with similar risks and background will be compiled together under one chapter and at the end of each chapter key points will be highlighted.

Chapters present a rare collection of the various possible causes that can cause ruptured uterus Presented in an easy to read and interesting format for anyone practising obstetrics Every chapter summarizes the important features thereby emphasizing important clinical tips for recognition and management Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Autorentext
Dr. Gowri Dorairajan MD,DNB,MNAMS,MICOG, Professor Obstetrics and Gynecology, JIPMER, Puducherry, India

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2.Rupture of the uterus with a previous caesarean scar.- 3.Rupture of apparently unscarred uterus.- 4.Rupture of the uterus weakened due to rare causes.- 5.Rupture in a Primigravida.- 6.Rupture of the uterus with a scar due to myomectomy. - 7.Rupture due to gestational trophoblastic disease.- 8.Rupture uterus in Gynaecological situations.- 9.Management and Complications.