AIDS continually presents new questions for the obstetrician and gynecologist. The effect on pregnancy, the possibility of perinatal transmission, HIV positive tests, and risk to staff are just a few of the issues confronting clinicians and practitioners today. These and other questions were addressed by the 19th Study Group of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, whose findings are reported here.

Following the popular First Aid series format, this high-yield review covers everything you must know in order to pass the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology board certification exam and in-service exam. Written by residents who recently aced the exam and includes 125 high-yield management algorithms, ultrasounds, and clinical photographs.

THE TRUSTED OB/GYN SURVIVAL GUIDE WRITTEN BY STUDENTS WHO KNOW WHAT IT TAKES TO PASS – NOW IN FULL COLOR! •High-yield, bulleted format helps you concentrate on what you truly must know •Detailed how-to-succeed and what-to-study guidance from students who’ve been there •Integrated minicases add clinical relevance to disease discussion and highlight common patient presentations •Mnemonics, tables, illustrations, pearls, and other memory aids help you recall key concepts •Ward and exam tips help you excel on the wards and shelf exam •Classified section details scholarship and award opportunities •Rich new full-color presentation

Thousands of HIV-positive women give birth every year. Further, because many pregnant women are not tested for HIV and therefore do not receive treatment, the number of children born with HIV is still unacceptably high. What can we do to eliminate this tragic and costly inheritance? In response to a congressional request, this book evaluates the extent to which state efforts have been effective in reducing the perinatal transmission of HIV. The committee recommends that testing HIV be a routine part of prenatal care, and that health care providers notify women that HIV testing is part of the usual array of prenatal tests and that they have an opportunity to refuse the HIV test. This approach could help both reduce the number of pediatric AIDS cases and improve treatment for mothers with AIDS. Reducing the Odds will be of special interest to federal, state, and local health policymakers, prenatal care providers, maternal and child health specialists, public health practitioners, and advocates for HIV/AIDS patients. January

A fully updated and illustrated handbook providing comprehensive coverage of all curriculum areas covered by the MRCOG Part 1 examination.

The world continues to lose more than a million lives each year to the HIV epidemic, and nearly two million individuals were infected with HIV in 2017 alone. The new Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by countries of the United Nations in September 2015, include a commitment to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030. Considerable emphasis on prevention of new infections and treatment of those living with HIV will be needed to make this goal achievable. With nearly 37 million people now living with HIV, it is a communicable disease that behaves like a noncommunicable disease. Nutritional management is integral to comprehensive HIV care and treatment. Improved nutritional status and weight gain can increase recovery and strength of individuals living with HIV/AIDS, improve dietary diversity and caloric intake, and improve quality of life. This book highlights evidence-based research linking nutrition and HIV and identifies research gaps to inform the development of guidelines and policies for the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. A comprehensive approach that includes nutritional interventions is likely to maximize the benefit of antiretroviral therapy in preventing HIV disease progression and other adverse outcomes in HIV-infected men and women. Modification of nutritional status has been shown to enhance the quality of life of those suffering HIV/AIDS, both physically in terms of improved body mass index and immunological markers, and psychologically, by improving symptoms of depression. While the primary focus for those infected should remain on antiretroviral treatment and increasing its availability and coverage, improvement of nutritional status plays a complementary role in the management of HIV infection.

This is a synoptic text ideal for exam preparation covering what is required for both parts of the MRCOG examination. This edition has been thoroughly revised and updated with increased use of diagrams. Main areas of change include minimally invasive surgery, fetal medicine, genetics, hypertension in pregnancy sub-fertility, and AIDS.

Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death globally, particularly among children and young adults. The spread of new pathogens and the threat of antimicrobial resistance pose particular challenges in combating these diseases. Major Infectious Diseases identifies feasible, cost-effective packages of interventions and strategies across delivery platforms to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, other sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, malaria, adult febrile illness, viral hepatitis, and neglected tropical diseases. The volume emphasizes the need to effectively address emerging antimicrobial resistance, strengthen health systems, and increase access to care. The attainable goals are to reduce incidence, develop innovative approaches, and optimize existing tools in resource-constrained settings.

Wherever you study or practise obstetrics and gynaecology, a sound knowledge of the clinical aspects will underpin your understanding of the specialty and maximise your ability to make a difference to the care of women and babies. A perfect companion to Kumar and Clark’s Clinical Medicine, this new edition continues to provide an excellent grounding and framework for handling clinical problems in obstetrics and gynaecology. Highly illustrated with clear, full-colour line drawings and colour photos. Summary boxes and tables throughout. Key-points boxes at the end of each chapter. The latest information for statistics and genetics. Forward-looking approach to obstetrics and gynaecology. History and ethics boxes throughout. Organized into three sections: Fundamentals, Gynaecology, and Pregnancy and the puerperium. New section on sexual and reproductive health New chapter on surgery to aligned with the RCOG undergrad curriculum Anaesthesia chapter totally reworked. Increased coverage of ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage. Fully revised and updated throughout.

BRS Obstetrics and Gynecology applies the popular BRS format of outline review followed by USMLE-style questions. This second edition focuses on OB/GYN clerkship material relevant to the USMLE Step 2 and clerkship exams. Dr. Sakala, who actively teaches USMLE Steps 2 and 3 preparatory courses, has included 500 updated review questions with complete answers and explanations. Also featured in this revised edition are new illustrations, an abridged infectious disease section, additional information on Breast Diseases (a topic heavily tested on the USMLE Step 2), and more clinical features.