Obstetrics and Gynecological Ultrasound for Beginners

This book is a comprehensive guide to ultrasound in obstetrics and gynaecology. Beginning with an introduction to equipment, the next chapters discuss the basic principles of ultrasound and its use in the different trimesters of pregnancy. The following chapters explain the importance of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool describing its use for placenta evaluation, amniotic fluid assessment, measuring cervical length and in multiple pregnancy. The final chapters cover ultrasound-guided foetal invasive procedures, Doppler, 3D ultrasound, and ultrasound in reproductive medicine. This practical guide is further enhanced by more than 350 ultrasound images, diagrams and tables to assist learning. Key points Comprehensive guide to ultrasound in obstetrics and gynaecology Emphasises use of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool Explains use of ultrasound in different trimesters of pregnancy Highly illustrated with more than 350 ultrasound images, diagrams and tables