Placenta normal and abnormal - a practical guide to ultrasound in obstetrics for specialists
The Placenta: Normal and Pathological is an extremely valuable textbook designed to provide a practical guide for obstetricians involved in ultrasound examination of the placenta. This textbook is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the normal anatomy and functions of the placenta, as well as to provide instruction and guidance in recognizing various pathologic conditions associated with it.
At the beginning of the textbook, the basic anatomy is presented and physiology of the placenta in normal pregnancy. Here, the main characteristics of the placenta, its structure, functions and its importance for the development of the embryo and fetus are considered. This section provides the necessary fundamental understanding that is key to recognizing pathological conditions during ultrasound examination.
The following sections of the textbook focus on the various pathological conditions that can affect the placenta during pregnancy. Issues such as placental dysfunction, placental abruption, placenta previa, placental infection, etc. are addressed here. For each of these conditions, a detailed description of the clinical and sonographic features, differential diagnosis, and management and treatment approaches is provided.
In addition, the textbook provides rich illustrative material, including photographs, diagrams and schematics, which aid in understanding and visualizing the various pathological conditions of the placenta. This visual material is essential for the training of obstetricians and helps them to recognize and interpret ultrasound images in an efficient manner.
The Placenta: Normal and Abnormal is an indispensable resource for obstetricians performing ultrasound examinations of pregnant women. This textbook provides professionals with the necessary information and skills to recognize and manage the various pathologies of the placenta, while providing them with a scientific basis and a guide for their practice.
The focus of the monograph points to Placenta accreta - pathologically attached placenta with characteristic echographic images and illustrated with cases, including intraoperative findings, followed for more than 11 years of own experience and operative treatment at the University Hospital "Mother's House" Sofia..
Problems it solves:
Dr. Mariana Tsankova is an obstetrician-gynecologist, specialist in fetal medicine, with more than 20 years of experience in the specialty. Her professional expertise covers both the divisions of modern obstetrics and gynecology. The recognition of pathological pregnancy, its follow-up, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of accompanying complications, are areas of particular interest for Dr. Tsankova.
Special professional skills:
– Fetal morphology – first, second and third trimester of pregnancy.
– Advice and therapy in cases of high-risk pregnancy – medical history of miscarriages, thrombophilias, diabetes, hypertension.
– Colposcopy – screening for pre-cancers PAP test, (DNA typing), minor gynecological operations for pre-cancers.
– Vaginal and pelvic infections – diagnosis and treatment.
Experience:
- Physician - Chief assistant at SBALAG "Maichin dom" EAD at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Sofia University, Sofia (Bulgaria) From 03/10/1993 - until now.
Etcissubmission – training and consulting activity at Sofia University and SBALAG "Mother's Home":
Teacher of Bulgarian and English speaking medical students, dentists, GP courses.
Trainer of the program of the Medical University for "postgraduate qualification" of doctors specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, approved by the NHSOC and the Bulgarian Medical Union for ultrasound in obstetrics.
Ultrasound courses on:
– Perinatal medicine;
– Fetal anomalies;
– Doppler in obstetrics;
- Consultant in the ultrasound office polyclinic unit of "SBALAG Mother's Home".
