Gynaecological Urology for the Mrcog and Beyond. Mrcog and Beyond Series.

by Simon Jackson, Meghana Pandit, Alexandra Blackwell

While the upper renal tract remains the sole preserve of the urologist, gynaecologists in addition to urologists have traditionally been involved in the assessment and treatment of female lower urinary tract symptoms. There are sound reasons for this; childbirth is a major aetiological factor, and women often present with a combination of menstrual, genital, urinary and colorectal symptoms which require a holistic approach. It is for this reason that the speciality of urogynaecology has arisen. Clinicians who deal with such women require a thorough understanding of the assessment and treatment of bladder filling and storage disorders, genitourinary prolapse and colorectal disorders and need to work closely with allied professions. This text aims to introduce those aspects of urology clinicians are likely to encounter in their capacity as general obstetricians and gynaecologists.

110 pages, ebook

First published June 1, 2004