This is a handy reference that emphasizes the common problems encountered in gynecologic and obstetric practice. It simplifies a vast amount of information without being overly simplistic. A wide range of topics is addressed; sections include: General Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Gynecologic Oncology, General Obstetrics, Maternal Complications, The Fetus, The Placenta, Labor and Delivery.

•  Concise answers that include the authors' pearls, tips, memory aids, and "secrets"

•  Bulleted lists, tables, and illustrations for quick review

•  Succinct text written by experts in their fields

•  All the most important "need-to-know" questions and answers in the proven format of the highly acclaimed Secrets Series®

•  Thorough, highly detailed index

This 3rd edition incorporates changes in practice management as well as new technologies.

I GENERAL GYNECOLOGY AND INFERTILITY -Benign Lesions of the Vulva and Vagina -Lower Genital Tract Infections -Pelvic Inflammatory Disease -The Menstrual Cycle -Puberty -Amenorrhea -Premenstrual Syndrome and Dysmenorrhea -Abnormal Uterine Bleeding -Hirsutism -Leiomyomatous Uterus -Endometriosis Adenomyosis -Acute and Chronic Pelvic Pain -Anovulation and Induction of Ovulation -Infertility -In Vitro Fertilization -Pelvic Organ Prolapse -Urinary Incontinenc-Spontaneous Abortions -Induced Abortion -Ectopic Pregnancy -Contraception -Female Sexual Dysfunction -Menopause -Breast Disease 

II GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY -Vulvar and Vaginal Cancer -Precancerous Disease of the Lower Genital Tract -Cervical Cancer -Endometrial Hyperplasia and Uterine Cancer -Benign Adnexal Masses -Ovarian Cancer -Gestational Trophoblastic Disease 

III SOCIAL/HEALTH ISSUES -Domestic Violence 

IV PRENATAL CARE -Preconception Counseling -Normal Physiology of Pregnancy -Comprehensive Prenatal Care -Nutrition in Pregnancy COMPLICATIONS OF PREGNANCY -Nausea in Pregnancy -Hypertension in Pregnancy -Diabetes in Pregnancy -Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy -Seizures in Pregnancy -Cardiovascular Disease in Pregnancy -Pulmonary Disease in Pregnancy -Renal Disease in Pregnancy -Infections During Pregnancy -Autoimmune Disease in Pregnancy -Alcohol and Drug Abuse During Pregnancy -Psychiatric Issues During Pregnancy -Surgical Disease in Pregnancy -Trauma in Pregnancy -Twin Pregnancy -Isoimmunization in Pregnancy 

VI THE FETUS AND PLACENTA -Prenatal Diagnosis -Genetics in Pregnancy -Obstetric Ultrasound -Disorders of Fetal Growth -Disorders of Amniotic Fluid -Pathophysiology of the Placenta -Antepartum Bleeding 

VII LABOR, DELIVERY, AND POSTPARTUM -Premature Cervical Dilation -Preterm Labor -Malpresentation -Antepartum Fetal Surveillance -Intrapartum Fetal Surveillance -Labor and Vaginal Delivery -Cesarean Section and Vaginal Delivery After Cesarean Section -Obstetric Anesthesia -Newborn Resuscitation -Postpartum Hemorrhage -Postpartum Issues