Operative Gynecology

Operative Gynecology is a comprehensive textbook written by Harry Sturgeon Crossen, an American gynecologist and obstetrician. The book covers various aspects of gynecological surgery, including the anatomy of the female reproductive system, preoperative evaluation, surgical techniques, and postoperative care. It is designed to serve as a practical guide for gynecologists, residents, and medical students who are interested in learning about gynecological surgery.The book is divided into chapters that cover different topics related to gynecological surgery. The first few chapters provide an overview of the female reproductive system, including the anatomy and physiology of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and vagina. The subsequent chapters focus on preoperative evaluation and preparation, including patient history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies.The book then delves into surgical techniques, including both open and minimally invasive procedures. The chapters cover a wide range of surgical procedures, such as hysterectomy, myomectomy, oophorectomy, salpingectomy, and pelvic floor reconstruction. The book also includes a section on laparoscopic surgery, which covers the basic principles of laparoscopy, instrumentation, and techniques for performing laparoscopic procedures.The final chapters of the book focus on postoperative care, including pain management, wound care, and complications that may arise after surgery. The book also includes a section on gynecological emergencies, such as ectopic pregnancy, ovarian torsion, and uterine rupture.Overall, Operative Gynecology is a comprehensive and practical guide to gynecological surgery. It provides a detailed overview of the female reproductive system, preoperative evaluation and preparation, surgical techniques, and postoperative care. The book is written in a clear and concise manner and is accompanied by numerous illustrations and photographs to aid in understanding.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.