Laboratory Diagnosis of Gynecological and Obstetric Diseases

Author: Zhou Tieli et al. (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The book is divided into 2 parts. Part I Gynecology includes gynecological infectious diseases, gynecological tumors, gestational trophoblastic diseases, endocrine diseases, endometriosis and adenomyosis, female infertility, and assisted reproductive technologies. Part II Obstetrics covers pregnancy diagnosis, pregnancy-specific diseases, fetal maturity assessment, fetal developmental abnormalities and stillbirth, and fetal distress. Each disease includes etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and diagnostic tests. Detailed introductions to recent advancements are also provided, such as prenatal diagnosis of genetic diseases and the application of molecular biology. This book does not adhere to the rigid structure of a textbook but emphasizes the principle of integrating theory with practice, particularly focusing on practicality. It not only introduces routine diagnostic tests for common gynecological and obstetric diseases but also covers special tests. Based on international and domestic latest advancements and clinical dynamics, the book presents new methods applied in the diagnosis of gynecological and obstetric diseases. The content is novel, highly practical, and instructive, making it a must-read for gynecologists and obstetricians, internists providing obstetric care, and laboratory personnel. It is also suitable for medical students, healthcare professionals at various levels in different medical institutions for reference in clinical practice.