Progestogens are a class of steroid hormones that bind to and activate the progesterone receptor. This book is a guide to the use of progestogens for clinicians. Beginning with an overview of structure, biochemistry and classification, the following chapters discuss methods of administration, pharmacokinetics, metabolism and the physiological actions of progesterone. The remaining sections of the book cover clinical usage guidelines for progestogens, their role in contraception, side effects and contraindications. The book concludes with a chapter offering guidance on prescription writing and detailed references. Key points Guide to progestogens for obstetricians and gynaecologists Provides step by step detail on structure, classification, and pharmacokinetics Includes clinical usage guidelines, side effects and contraindications Features chapter on prescription writing

Computational intelligence techniques are gaining momentum in the medical prognosis and diagnosis. This volume presents advanced applications of machine intelligence in medicine and bio-medical engineering. Applied methods include knowledge bases, expert systems, neural networks, neuro-fuzzy systems, evolvable systems, wavelet transforms, and specific internet applications. The volume is written in view of explaining to the practitioner the fundamental issues related to computational intelligence paradigms and to offer a fast and friendly-managed introduction to the most recent methods based on computer intelligence in medicine.

Computational intelligence techniques are gaining momentum in the medical prognosis and diagnosis. This volume presents advanced applications of machine intelligence in medicine and bio-medical engineering. Applied methods include knowledge bases, expert systems, neural networks, neuro-fuzzy systems, evolvable systems, wavelet transforms, and specific internet applications. The volume is written in view of explaining to the practitioner the fundamental issues related to computational intelligence paradigms and to offer a fast and friendly-managed introduction to the most recent methods based on computer intelligence in medicine.

The new edition of this practical manual has been fully revised to provide trainees in obstetrics and gynaecology with the latest information and guidelines to help them prepare for examinations. Presented in question and answer format, the book is divided into five sections - Obstetrics, Surgical Requisites, Problem-based Management, Family Welfare. The final section covers miscellaneous topics such as definitions, anaesthetic techniques, fluids and electrolytes, preparation for MRCOG exams, classifications, and FIGO staging. The second edition features many new topics including foetal aneuploidy screening, obstetric drills, maternal resuscitation, and recent FIGO staging for gynaecologic cancers. The text is highly illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams and tables, and includes questions often asked in Viva Voce examinations. Key points Fully revised, new edition providing trainees with latest developments in obstetrics and gynaecology Presented in question and answer format Includes questions frequently asked in Viva Voce examinations Assists in preparation for MRCOG exams