The Cervix

This book is a guide to the cervix, its functions, and the diagnosis and management of diseases and disorders. Divided into five sections, the first chapters describe the surgical anatomy and physiology of the cervix. The next sections cover the cervix in pregnancy, ultrasonography and contraception, followed by discussion on gynaecological diseases, screening for cervical cancer and colposcopy. The final part of the book discusses psychosocial aspects associated with cervical disease, and the HPV virus and the development of therapeutic vaccines. The text is further enhanced by clinical photographs, illustrations and tables. Key points Guide to the cervix, its functions, and the diagnosis and management if diseases and disorders Covers anatomy and physiology, pregnancy, ultrasonography, screening, cervical diseases and colposcopy Complete section dedicated to cervical cancer Discusses psychosocial aspects and development of HPV vaccines