Manual of Obstetric Emergencies

This essential guide for emergency medicine practitioners offers evidence-based insights into managing obstetric emergencies, including critical situations during all trimesters.

The Manual of Obstetric Emergencies is a comprehensive guide designed specifically for emergency medicine practitioners. This resource provides a practical overview of all trimesters, ensuring that healthcare professionals are well-prepared for any situation that may arise in the emergency department. With contributions from nearly two dozen experts in emergency medicine and obstetrics, the book emphasizes evidence-based treatment and management guidelines, offering a unique perspective on best practices for high-risk obstetric scenarios.

Edited by distinguished faculty from Harvard and the University of Massachusetts, the Manual of Obstetric Emergencies covers a wide range of topics relevant to pregnancy. Readers will find in-depth discussions on drug therapy, airway management, trauma, and common surgical conditions, as well as detailed guidance on both early and late pregnancy issues. From first trimester complications to peripartum cardiomyopathy, this manual addresses critical situations that practitioners may encounter.

Additionally, the book provides expert advice on various delivery types, focusing particularly on emergency care for third-trimester patients and the management of precipitous deliveries. It also discusses out-of-hospital deliveries and post-delivery emergencies, ensuring that readers have a well-rounded understanding of maternal and newborn care. This first-of-its-kind resource is invaluable for emergency physicians, residents, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in obstetric emergencies.