Neharika Malhotra

A high-risk pregnancy is when a woman has one or more things that raise her, or her baby’s, chances of experiencing health problems or preterm delivery. These risks may be due to factors in the pregnancy itself, or they may stem from pre-existing maternal medical conditions. Part of the Clinical Focus series, this book is a concise guide to the management of high-risk pregnancy for clinicians and trainees. Divided into 18 chapters, the text begins with an overview of prenatal and natal screening, and medications. The following sections cover different endocrine and systemic diseases including glucose intolerance, thyroid disorders, cardiac diseases, renal disorders, respiratory diseases, and more. The book concludes with discussion on general aspects such as multiple pregnancy, bleeding, and infections. The text is enhanced by images and figures to assist learning and also includes a sample exam paper.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is caused by an imbalance of hormones in women, often leading to infertility if untreated. Part of the Clinical Focus series, this book is a practical guide to the diagnosis and management of PCOS for clinicians and trainees. Divided into 30 chapters, the text begins with an overview of the condition, its epidemiology, and pathophysiology, before going on to discuss diagnosis and ultrasound. Each of the following sections examines a different phenomenon that may be associated with PCOS, for example, metabolic syndrome, psychological aspects, endocrine disruptors, sleep apnoea, and more. The final chapters cover medical and surgical management techniques, as well as infertility, ovulation induction, assisted reproductive technology, pregnancy, bariatric surgery, and aesthetics. The text is enhanced by images and figures to assist learning and also includes a sample exam paper.

Part of the Clinical Focus series, this book is a concise guide to male and female infertility for clinicians and trainees. Divided into ten chapters, the text begins with guidance on evaluation of an infertile couple. The next chapter is dedicated to male infertility and its management. The following sections cover aspects that may affect infertility, including genetics, nutrition and environmental factors, followed by discussion on ultrasound. The final chapters examine the epidemiology and most common findings in female infertility, and their management. Unexplained fertility is also covered. The book concludes with discussion on assisted reproductive techniques and when patients should be referred. The text is enhanced by images and figures to assist learning and also includes a sample exam paper.