This essential reference provides quick access to information on how medical conditions affect pregnancy and childbirth. It covers normal anatomy and physiology, offering practical guidelines for managing disorders common in women of childbearing age, from mild conditions like asthma to serious ones like heart lesions. The guide aims to help manage pregnancy and childbirth in women with systemic disease, recognize early disease-related complications, and identify when specialist referral is necessary.

This book is presented as the sole reference of its kind, offering essential, quick-access information for managing medical conditions during pregnancy and childbirth. It aims to equip healthcare providers with practical guidelines for a range of disorders, from common to severe, and emphasizes recognizing complications and knowing when to seek specialist intervention. The text covers normal pathophysiology and provides comprehensive midwifery management strategies, highlighting potential risks to the fetus or neonate.