Download or read book Advances in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Vol. 3) written by Sumita Mehta, Shalini Rajaram, Neerja Goel and published by JAYPEE BROTHERS MEDICAL PUBLISHERS PVT. LTD.. This book was released on 2011-12-15 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book was conceived with a purpose of updating practicing gynecologists in the ever-changing field of medicine. We hope this book refreshes the readers on a wide variety of topics. The book for the first time brings to the readers the concept of obstetric High Dependency Unit and Intensive Care Unit. Although this has been the practice in the west, this concept needs to be introduced in many countries to optimally manage high-risk obstetric patients. The definition and management of placenta previa have changed over the years with more focus on conservative management and a greater emphasis.