Perinatology: A Comprehensive Guide for Students | Book Publisher International

 

Perinatology: A Comprehensive Guide for Students provides an integrated and evidence-based overview of maternal–fetal and neonatal medicine, addressing the continuum of care from preconception to the early neonatal period.

 

The book presents core principles of preconception counselling, maternal nutrition, lifestyle and psychosocial recommendations, and vaccinations, emphasising preventive strategies to optimise maternal and fetal outcomes.

 

Early pregnancy assessment is explored through chapters on the first pregnancy consultation, pregnancy confirmation, accurate determination of gestational age, and contemporary approaches to prenatal screening, with a focus on clinical applicability and current evidence.

 

High-risk pregnancy is systematically addressed, including definitions, classification frameworks, and indications for intensive care unit admission, alongside the management of critical conditions such as perinatal sepsis.

 

The neonatal section focuses on the newborn's physiological adaptation to extrauterine life and essential clinical competencies, including neonatal resuscitation, comprehensive clinical and paraclinical examinations, oxygen therapy, and nutritional support. Students are guided through key neonatal pathologies that are discussed in detail, encompassing hematologic disorders, jaundice, metabolic disturbances, and neurologic conditions.

 

Designed for medical students and early trainees, this textbook combines foundational knowledge with practical clinical guidance to support a comprehensive understanding of perinatology in medical practice.

 

Author(s) Details

Cristian Nicolae Sava
Department of Medical Disciplines, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, 410073 Oradea, Romania.

 

Gelu Florin Murvai
Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology I, Bihor County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 65 Gheorghe Doja Street, 410169 Oradea, Romania.

 

Carmen Anca Huniadi
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, 1st December Square 10, 410073 Oradea, Romania, Calla—Infertility Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Constantin A. Rosetti Street, 410103 Oradea, Romania and Pelican Clinical Hospital, Corneliu Coposu Street 2, 410450 Oradea, Romania.

 

Romina Viorela Murvai
Calla—Infertility Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Constantin A. Rosetti Street, 410103 Oradea, Romania and Doctoral School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, University of Oradea, 1 University Street, 410087 Oradea, Romania.

 

Teodora Maria Bodog
Doctoral School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, University of Oradea, 1 University Street, 410087 Oradea, Romania, Department of Surgical Disciplines, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, 410073 Oradea, Romania and Anesthesia and Intensive Care Department, Bihor County Emergency Clinical Hospital, 65 Gheorghe Doja Street, 410169 Oradea, Romania.

 

Paula Roxana Trif
Doctoral School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, University of Oradea, 1 University Street, 410087 Oradea, Romania.

 

Radu Galis
Department of Medical Disciplines, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, 1st December Square 10, 410073, Oradea, Romania and Emergency County Hospital Bihor, Neonatology Department, 410060, Oradea, Romania.

 

Diana Mudura
Emergency County Hospital Bihor, Neonatology Department, 410060, Oradea, Romania.

 

Mădălina Diana Daina (Fehér)
Doctoral School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, University of Oradea, 1 University Street, 410087 Oradea, Romania.

 

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Simulation- Based Training for Resuscitation in Cardiac Arrest | Chapter 4 | Medical Research and Its Applications Vol. 9

 

Simulation technology was first used in the aviation sector, but it has now found application in the medical field too.  Simulation in medical education can be used to train students in evidence-based medical practices to improve patient outcomes. We planned a simulation-based training program with the primary objective of training students to demonstrate competency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The secondary objective was to assess students’ satisfaction with the training and record their feedback. Computer-based data from the simulator was considered to note the time to initiate CPR, the time to defibrillate, the rate and depth of chest compression and the efficacy of ventilation. Simulation-based training session in the management of cardiac arrest helps to increase the knowledge, psychomotor skills and confidence level of medical post-graduate students.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Archita Patil

Department of Anaesthesiology, D.Y.Patil Medical College, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India.

Sandeep Kadam

Department of Anaesthesiology, D.Y.Patil Medical College, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India.

Arati Jadhav

Department of Anaesthesiology, D.Y.Patil Medical College, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India.

 

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Massage Therapy in Medical Practice: Techniques for Enhancing Patient Outcomes | Chapter 9 | An Overview of Disease and Health Research Vol. 2

Massage therapy, traditionally categorized under complementary and alternative medicine, has undergone a significant transformation in its perception and application, evolving into a recognized component of evidence-based clinical practice. No longer confined to spas or wellness centers, it is now integrated within hospitals, rehabilitation units, and palliative care environments due to its demonstrated efficacy in enhancing a range of patient outcomes. Scientific literature has increasingly validated the physiological and psychological benefits of massage, underscoring its role in alleviating pain, reducing musculoskeletal tension, improving circulation, enhancing lymphatic drainage, and modulating neurochemical imbalances. Furthermore, its influence extends to the psychological domain, aiding in the reduction of stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms among diverse patient populations. These multifaceted effects make massage therapy an effective adjunct to conventional medical treatments, especially in contexts such as post-operative recovery, chronic pain management, oncological support, and mental health interventions. This chapter explores the underlying mechanisms through which massage exerts its therapeutic effects, detailing mechanical, neurological, biochemical, and psychological pathways. A range of clinically validated massage techniques—including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, Swedish massage, manual lymphatic drainage, and deep tissue massage—are analyzed for their efficacy in various clinical scenarios. Key clinical applications are discussed, such as in the management of musculoskeletal pain, facilitation of physical rehabilitation, mitigation of chemotherapy side effects, and support in psychiatric care. Further, evidence from randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses is presented to reinforce the empirical basis of massage interventions in medical practice. Integration strategies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient education are also emphasized as essential for the successful implementation of massage therapy in clinical routines. The study concludes by addressing existing challenges such as the heterogeneity of techniques, limited insurance coverage, and methodological inconsistencies in research. It calls for standardized clinical protocols and greater investment in research focused on health economics and outcome measures. Overall, this comprehensive overview highlights massage therapy as a scientifically grounded, patient-centered approach that significantly contributes to modern multidisciplinary care strategies aimed at improving clinical outcomes.

 

Author (s) Details

Jaykumar D. Soni
College of Physiotherapy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University, Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

 

Niketa Patel
College of Physiotherapy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University, Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

 

 

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