Emans, Laufer, Goldstein's Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

Book excerpt: Completely updated and expanded, Emans, Laufer, and Goldstein’s Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, Sixth Edition, covers the medical and surgical approaches to common and uncommon pediatric and adolescent clinical problems. The book discusses the approach to the gynecologic assessment of the child and adolescent, the physiology of puberty and its associated disorders, vulvar dermatology, congenital anomalies of the reproductive tract, endometriosis, ovarian cysts and tumors, vaginitis, STDs, urologic conditions, contraception, teen pregnancy, breast disease, chronic disease, and more. Features: • Now in full color throughout, with more than 700 illustrations to guide the clinician to the correct diagnosis; •Completely redesigned with a new look! 8.5 x 11 trim size and hard cover; • Updated chapters on all aspects of pediatric and adolescent gynecology and new chapters focused on the adolescent interview, vulvar dermatology, gynecologic trauma, imaging techniques, gynecologic issues for cancer patients/survivors, and patient safety in office gynecology; • More than 100 case examples; • Over 40 expert contributors who are leaders in their field; • Up-to-date references; • Companion website with fully searchable text, image bank, extra content, and surgical videos.