This book covers the psychological conditions in women's healthcare for MRCOG candidates.

Psychological disorders remain among the most highly stigmatised conditions from which women suffer and psychiatric illness is a major cause of maternal death. This book covers the psychological conditions associated with the many phases of the woman's lifespan. For each condition, the nature and extent of the condition, detection or diagnosis, the pharmacological and psychological interventions available and the importance of referral and co-working with multidisciplinary teams are covered. Substance misuse, mood disorders, severe mental illness eating disorders, personality problems, suicide.

This book lays out the fundamentals of both the investigation and management of children with gynaecological conditions - an area of work which can be intimidating for many gynaecologists. The contents cover: pubertal growth and development; indeterminate genitalia; gynaecological problems in childhood; endocrine disorders; child sexual abuse; amenorrhoea; menstrual problems in teenagers; contraception; female genital mutilation; and gynaecological tumours. The book is primarily designed to provide a comprehensive summary for candidates preparing for the Part 2 MRCOG examination, and as such covers the RCOG curriculum for paediatric and adolescent gynaecology. It is also a valuable guide for all healthcare professionals working in the field, at any level of practice.

Menstrual problems are among the most common reasons for primary care and specialist referral. Therefore, it is important for all gynaecologists and primary care practitioners to have a basic understanding of menstrual reproductive physiology to enable them to counsel women safely and accurately. This second edition has been comprehensively updated to reflect current clinical practice and new research. The contents cover the diagnosis, management and treatment - both medical and surgical - of a wide range of menstrual disorders, including excessive menstrual loss; fibroids; dysmenorrhoea; endometriosis; chronic pelvic pain; delayed menarche; premature ovarian failure; polycystic ovary syndrome; and premenstrual syndrome. This is a perfect introduction for any gynaecologist who needs an accessible and concise introduction to modern management of menstrual problems. It also acts as an ideal revision guide for candidates preparing for the Part 2 MRCOG examination, fully covering the RCOG curriculum for menstrual problems.

This book is a guide to perimenopausal medicine for Part 2 MRCOG examination candidates and all healthcare professionals.

This book provides comprehensive coverage of fetal medicine and is designed for MRCOG candidates.