Fetal & Neonatal Secrets

This book provides a substantial knowledge base in fetal/neonatal medicine and a wealth of insight into the art and practice of neonatal medicine. Written by over 100 experts in neonatal medicine, this mini-textbook in question & answer format covers a wide range of disciplines such as cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, immunology, and nephrology.* Concise answers that feature the expert authors' pearls, tips, memory aids, and other "secrets"* Bulleted lists and practical tables and charts for quick review and reference* The most up-to-date information available on exciting topics such as genetic therapy, stem cell transplantation, and perinatal management of the complicated pregnancy.* Controversial subjects are addressed such as ventilatory management of the critically ill low-birth-weight baby, advanced life support techniques such as ECMO, high-frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide therapy.* Excellent complement to Pediatric Secrets in the proven format of the highly acclaimed Secrets Series(r).* Thorough, highly detailed index.