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Women with obstetric or gynaecological complaints make up about 5 per cent of the workload of Accident and Emergency departments. The junior doctors assessing these patients often have no experience of dealing with such problems except for a brief exposure as a student, and even for experienced doctors the clinical picture is often difficult to diagnose and manage.This is the first practical guide to the diagnosis and management of emergencies in obstetrics and gynaecology. This comprehensive handbook provides detailed coverage of all the symptoms most commonly encountered in the emergency department, offering practical advice on initial diagnosis and immediate management.The text is supplemented by illustrations of procedures with key points and checklists highlighted for easy access to information. The emergencies covered include those in women who are pregnant as well as those who are not, offering the most comprehensive guide available. Subjects covered include forensic aspects, emergency contraception, practical techniques, and management of the newborn baby.Every member of the A&E staff, as well as those working in obstetrics and gynaecology, will find this an invaluable guide to the effective management of emergencies in obstetrics and gynaecology.