The Menopause and HRT
Kathy Abernethy(Author)
Bailliere Tindall (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 25. January 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
209 pages
978-0-7020-2635-5 (ISBN)
Description
This book covers the full spectrum of issues relating to the menopause, including short and intermediate term symptoms; long term consequences such as osteoporosis; premature ovarian failure; and complete coverage of both HRT (Hormone replacement therapy)) and non hormonal management approaches.Covers physiology and psychological aspects to provide holistic, empathic care to suit each individual woman's needs
Chapter aims at beginning of each chapter
References for each chapter
Reader-friendly design, presentation of text
Margin references for easy access
Update of HRT types, products, risks and contraindications
Non hormonal management - information increased and expanded section
New drugs added - SERMs
HRT management updated - more emphasis on clinical guidelines and protocols included
Chapter aims at beginning of each chapter
References for each chapter
Reader-friendly design, presentation of text
Margin references for easy access
Update of HRT types, products, risks and contraindications
Non hormonal management - information increased and expanded section
New drugs added - SERMs
HRT management updated - more emphasis on clinical guidelines and protocols included
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Practice nurses, occupational health nurses, gynae nurses, health visitors, family planning nurses, GP's, complementary therapists.
Illustrations
37 ills.; Illustrations
Weight
320 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7020-2635-5 (9780702026355)
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Previous edition
Kathy Abernethy
The Menopause and HRT
Book
01/1997
Bailliere Tindall
€39.75
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Person
Author
Clinical Nurse Specialist(Menopause), Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow, Middlesex, UK
Content
What is Menopause ? Short- and Intermediate-Term Symptoms ? Long-term Consequences of Oestrogen Deficiency ? Premature Ovarian Failure ? Women's Perspectives on Menopause ? Principles of Hormone Replacement Therapy ? Practical Aspects of Hormone Replacement Therapy ? Non-Hormonal Management of the Menopause ? Patient Support ? Appendix - Resources ? Index