Infections in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Textbook and Atlas

An essential reference, lavishly illustratedWith its stunning array of photographs, figures, and histopathological images, this unique volume is the most comprehensive guide available to the subtleties and complexities of infections in gynecology. Drawing on the author's expertise as both a physician and a researcher, the book's many special features include:-A state-of-the-art overview of all relevant pathogens, their significance and their effects on the immune system, as well as their detection in the laboratory-Extensive coverage of all gynecologic infections: infections during pregnancy, peripartal and puerperal infections, breast inflammation, sexually transmitted infections, helminthic infections, self-induced infections, and more -Detailed discussions of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infections, with flow charts, tables, and essential information on vaccinations and drug interactions-An innovative structure designed to help the reader locate and remember key points and conceptsTimely and indispensable, Infections in Gynecology encourages interdisciplinary interaction throughout, making it ideal for day-to-day use in the clinic and the classroom.