Midwifery and Womens Health

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

In obstetrics and gynaecology, special attention is paid to the health of pregnant women and babies. Many complications can occur during pregnancy, such as an ectopic pregnancy, in which the fetus is in the fallopian tube, fetal pain due to pressure, placental problems, or high blood pressure, which can be a precursor to a serious condition called Pre Eclampsia. . Obstetricians and Gynaecologists ensure that mothers and babies receive the best possible prenatal care, ensuring that births go smoothly and, if necessary, interventions are swift and safe. Gynaecology deals with Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the reproductive organs such as cancers of the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina and fallopian tubes. Gynaecologists also deal with pelvic organ prolapse. This is a condition which is mostly seen in post menopause condition where pelvic muscles are weakened and cannot support the uterus or bladder properly. Other conditions that are treated are yeast and bacterial infections, irregular and painful periods, painful intercourse, and other menopausal conditions which needs surgery.

Related Societies/ Associations: The Association of Professors of Gynaecology and Obstetrics | The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine | The Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynaecology | The American Urogynecologic Society | The American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists