Chapter 15 – Fetal Physiology
Abstract Initial development of the placenta and fetal membranes precedes the development of the fetus. During the first two to three weeks after implantation of the blastocyst, the fetus remains…
GYNECOLOGY
Chapter 14 – Male Physiology
Abstract The male reproductive system consists of a pair of testes, accessory sex glands and a system of tubes, which collect their secretions and pour them into the prostatic part…
Chapter 13 – Female Physiology
Abstract The ovaries are located within the broad ligament, close to the lateral wall of pelvic cavity, and extend onto the peritoneal cavity. Chapter 13 Female Physiology Renuka Sharma 1…
Chapter 12 – Fetal Development
Abstract The primitive gut is formed by incorporation of the portion of the endoderm lining the yolk sac during cephalocaudal and lateral folding of the embryo around the fourth week…
Chapter 10 – Gametes and Fertilisation
Abstract Oogenesis begins in the ovary during the embryonic period at around six to eight weeks. Gametes are derived from primordial germ cells. Chapter 10 Gametes and Fertilisation Sheetal Barhate…
Chapter 11 – Early Fetal Embryology and Placental Development
Abstract Blastocyst is partially embedded in the endometrial stroma. Chapter 11 Early Fetal Embryology and Placental Development Sheetal Barhate 1 Formation of the Uteroplacental Circulation and Bilaminar Embryonic Disc Day…
Chapter 8 – Functional Anatomy of the Urinary Tract
Abstract The pelvic floor (Figure 8.1) plays an important role in providing bladder and bowel control, and assists in parturition by promoting the rotation of the foetal head. It also…
Chapter 9 – Fetal and Maternal Imaging
Abstract Exposure of the abdomen and pelvis to ionising radiation should be minimised in women of childbearing age due to its effect on the reproductive organs such as the ovary….
Chapter 7 – The Male and Female Reproductive Tracts and the Müllerian Anomalies
Abstract The male reproductive tract is developed from the intermediate mesoderm, which forms a urogenital ridge that gives rise to testicular stroma and the mesonephric (Wolffian) duct. Chapter 7 The…
Chapter 6 – Structural Changes in the Newborn
Abstract The first four-week period after birth is referred to as the neonatal period. At the moment of birth, the baby suddenly has to make drastic physiological adjustments for changes…
