Differential Diagnosis in Obstetric and Gynecologic Ultrasound

Published

2002

Publisher

Saunders

ISBN-13

9780702026812

ISBN-10

0702026816

Pages

576

Format

Paperback

Language

English

This comprehensive yet concise pocket reference offers a systematic approach to the analysis and interpretation of obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound images. For ease of use, it is divided into 2 distinct sections: Part I addresses the diagnostic information that ultrasound reveals about early pregnancy, fetal well-being and growth, and structural fetal anomalies. Part II helps the practitioner sonographically evaluate pediatric and adolescent patients, as well as fertile and postmenopausal women. Combines extensive lists of differential diagnosis in obstetric and gynecological ultrasonography with a brief description of sonographic and clinical features. Includes concise notes on the clinical relevance of ultrasound images. Matches ultrasound findings with common or uncommon possible causes. Features the latest ultrasound modalities and their clinical applications, including power Doppler and color Doppler. Includes increased coverage of sonographic appearances, as well as additional lists of differential diagnoses. Incorporates updated key references throughout. Presents a redesigned layout that makes information easily accessible.