Book description
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. "Many graphic photographs, figures, and
histopathological images...innovative structure of each
chapter...[helps] locate and remember key points and concepts...Its
comprehensive review of current information...will provide a good
resource for students."--Doody's Book Reviews Professor, Head of
Section of Gynecology and Infectious Diseases, Gynecological Hospital of
University Hospital, Freiburg, Germany