Product Description

"Normal Values in Pregnancy 2e" will be invaluable to all professionals who care for pregnant women. Pregnancy results in profound changes in maternal physiology and metabolism, orchestrated by hormonal changes. Similarly, physical, biochemical, hormonal and hematological measurements of the foetus change markedly as the foetus grows in size and maturity. It is essential that practitioners have a knowledge of these changes to be sure that maternal and foetal disorders are diagnosed and managed effectively. This book contains: a comprehensive collection of both maternal and foetal normal values normal values displayed in user-friendly graphs; interpretation of the data is provided in succinct comment sections; and normal values are expressed in SI and non-SI units of measurement. New information provided in this edition includes: 25 new graphs and 62 new supporting references; information about statistical methodology; new information on maternal liver function and carbohydrate metabolism; comprehensive coverage of foetal ultrasound measurements; and new information on umbilical cord blood biochemical and haematological values.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1040018 in Books
• Published on: 2000-06-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• 220 pages