Part of the highly regarded Diagnostic Pathology series, this updated volume covers all aspects of placental pathology and the critical role the placenta plays in the unique interface between mother and fetus. Concise, focused chapters, supported by tables, diagrams, and photographs, keep you up-to-date with evolving changes in the questions and issues concerning both the fetus/infant and the mother. This revised edition is ideal for pathologists at all levels of experience and training for use as a quick reference and as an efficient review to improve knowledge and skills.
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<li>Provides clear and concise information on gross and microscopic changes of the placenta, common diagnoses, and placental evaluation in special circumstances</li>
<li>Includes updated terminology and diagnostic criteria, new recommendations for the use of molecular techniques such as SNP array or whole genome sequencing for evaluation of stillbirth, and more images to illustrate challenging diagnoses</li>
<li>Contains new chapters on pathology of maternal mortality, complications of twin pregnancies, and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, as well as expanded chapters on gestational trophoblastic disease and new coverage of twin anemia polycythemia sequence (TAPS)</li>
<li>Covers pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction, and multiple gestations, highlighting placental findings, key correlates, relevant fetal organ pathology, and the pathology of the postpartum hysterectomy</li>
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Time-saving reference features include bulleted text, annotated images, reference tables for placental evaluation, and sample templates useful for gross and microscopic placental description</li>
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Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.</li>
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Diagnostic Pathology: Placenta

Medical Books

Heerema-McKenney MD, Amy

Popek DO, Edwina J

De Paepe MD MSc, Monique E.

Medicine

AMIRSYS

Elsevier

Diagnostic Pathology: Placenta is designed not only for practicing pathologists and pathologists-in-training, but for anyone interested in fields related to placental pathology. Comprehensive yet easily accessible, this medical reference book provides clear and concise information on topics including gross and microscopic changes of the placenta, common diagnoses, and placental evaluation in special circumstances. 
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<li>Approaches placental pathology from multiple lenses</li>, including basic gross and microscopic changes; showcases diagnoses with important clinical correlations; and explains key features of the exam in specific obstetric scenarios, such as growth restriction, preeclampsia, or multiple gestations.<li>
Essential information is distilled into a succinct, bulleted format with numerous high-quality images to facilitate learning.</li>
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Provides necessary reference charts and sample templates for gross and microscopic evaluation. </li>
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Highlights recent critical diagnoses in placental pathology, such as fetal thrombotic vasculopathy or placental maturation defect.</li>
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Provides unmatched coverage of congenital infections and the pathological examination of the cesarean and post-partum hysterectomy specimen.</li>
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Includes correlations and illustrations of relevant fetal organ pathology for diagnosis in cases of fetal or neonatal demise.</li>
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Comes with Amirsys eBook Advantage™, an eBook featuring expanded content, additional images, and fully searchable text.</li>
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