Overview of the Normal Development of the Human Embryo and Fetus

Abstract

Maternal Anatomical and Physiological Adaption to Pregnancy -- Overview of the Normal Development of the Human Embryo and Fetus -- General Principles in the Diagnosis of the Acute Abdomen -- Imaging the Gravid Female -- Laboratory Studies -- Obstetrical Etiologies of Abdominal Pain -- Gynecological Etiologies of Abdominal Pain in Pregnancy -- Gastrointestinal Etiologies of Abdominal Pain in Pregnancy -- Urological Etiologies of Abdominal Pain -- Trauma During Pregnancy -- Surgical Principles in the Gravid Female -- Principles and Practice of Anesthetic Management in the Gravid Patient -- Postoperative Care Issues -- Legal Concerns in Complicated Obstetrical Cases.