Placenta, its formation, development, functions and Abnormalities of placenta
Category: Stree evam Prastuti Tantra
Caesarean section, indications, contraindications, types, procedure
Episiotomy, its types, indications, contraindications, procedure
Oxytocics are the drugs of varying chemical nature that have the power to excite the contractions of the Uterine muscles. The important ones:- Oxytocin Ergot derivatives Prostaglandins Oxytocin Oxytocin has a duration of action of approximately 20 minutes. Oxytocin loses its effectiveness unless preserved at correct temperature (2-8 degree Celsius). ◾Preparations used: Synthetic oxytocin Syntometrine […]
Fetal Membranes, amnion, Chorion, amniotic fluid
Intrauterine growth restriction, its etiology, clinical features, diagnosis, types and management
Bleeding from or into the Genital tract after the 28th week of pregnancy but before the birth of the baby. Causes of Antepartum Haemorrhage Placenta previa When the placenta is implanted partially or completely over lower Uterine segment. Etiology- The exact cause is unknown, but following theories may explain- Dropping down theory- The fertilized ovum […]
Endometriosis: Presence of functioning endometrium in sites other than Uterine mucosa. • Adenomyosis:- When Endometrial tissue lies in the Myometrium, it is locally invasive and disseminates widely. Common sites:- Ovaries Pelvic peritoneum Pouch of Douglas Sigmoid colon Appendix Uterosacral ligaments Rectal vaginal sputum Clinical features:- In 25% cases, there are no symptoms and the disease […]
Postpartum Haemorrhage, its causes, types, treatment, management, Secondary Postpartum Haemorrhage
Soft and bony Pelvis, hip bone, sacrum, coccyx, pelvic bones and Pelvic ligaments