Publisher's Synopsis
This volume provides much-needed guidance on the gynecologic and obstetric care of women with chronic diseases, injuries, and disabilities. The authors offer practical advice on reproductive, sexual, and psychosocial problems that result from many disabilities and aspects of routine gynecologic care that are complicated by many injuries and chronic diseases. Topics covered include conducting the pelvic exam, treating menstrual disorders, choosing contraception, managing the pregnant patient, anesthesia during labor and delivery, the infertility evaluation, and managing menopause and osteoporosis. The book includes templates for patient education handouts that the practitioner can copy and modify for specific patient needs.
