Essentials of Obstetrics is a richly-illustrated and carefully-researched book that has been designed as an educational resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as teachers in the field of Obstetrics. It covers the latest perspective on every aspect of childbirth, care of the mother and care of the newborn. Contributors to this volume include some of the best names in the field who have helped shape this book as an indispensable resource. Every care has been taken to make this book educative, interesting and visually engagingKey Features:Explains phases of pregnancy, antenatal care and prenatal diagnosis.Describes complications like hypertension, hematological disorders and dermatoses etc.Elaborates on various sexually transmitted diseasesCovers all topics in Obstetrics needed for UG medical examsIncludes the management of most complex obstetric clinical conditions as per the guidelines of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).Enriched with nearly 200 realistic illustrations