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Modern Management of Uterine Fibroids

Tin-Chiu Li editor Mostafa Metwally editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:3rd Dec '20

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A comprehensive review of the management of uterine fibroids, offering active treatment guidance, illustrated by practical, online videos.

A practical guide to the management of uterine fibroids, featuring overviews of laparoscopic, hysteroscopic, and robotic surgical set-ups. Offering less invasive treatments such as uterine artery embolisation, and the debate around morcellation, and an online video library of procedures explained in the book, to enhance learning.Uterine fibroids are very common in women of reproductive age and are mostly benign. However, they are often a cause of abnormal bleeding and, in severe cases, can cause infertility. This comprehensive guide reviews the clinical management of uterine fibroids, with a particular focus on practical surgical techniques. Engage with topics such as the anatomy of the pelvis, key theatre equipment and surgical treatments including hysteroscopic and laparoscopic techniques. Features also include debates around morcellation, and less invasive treatments such as uterine artery embolisation are also covered. An online video library of surgical procedures reinforces the practical techniques taught in the book and detailed colour images supplement the book's thorough coverage of fibroid management. This makes Modern Management of Uterine Fibroids an essential resource for practicing gynaecologists and IVF specialists, as well as students.

'I would recommend this book to any general obstetricians/gynecologists looking to expand the treatment options they provide to their patients.' Jessica K. Shields, Doody's Note

ISBN: 9781108420174

Dimensions: 260mm x 205mm x 12mm

Weight: 700g

320 pages