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Pediatric Gynecology

Ahmed H. Al-Salem

Pediatric Gynecology An Illustrated Guide for Surgeons

Ahmed H. Al-Salem Pediatric Surgery Alsadiq Hospital Saihat, Saudi Arabia

ISBN 978-3-030-49983-9    ISBN 978-3-030-49984-6 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-49984-6 © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2020 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are solely and exclusively licensed by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Switzerland AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland

Preface

The word “gynecology” comes from the Greek γυνή (gyne), “woman,” and -logia, “study.” Pediatric gynecology is the medical specialty dealing with the medical and surgical abnormalities of the vulva, vagina, uterus, and ovaries of infants, children, and adolescents. This includes a number of pediatric gynecologic conditions that include both benign and malignant conditions. Disorders of the breast, disorders of sexual development, and precocious puberty are also included. The specialty of pediatric gynecology is evolving rapidly and has witnessed several advancements during the last 20 years including minimal invasive surgery. This book is written in a simple and easy-to-read way. It covers most areas in the field of pediatric gynecology with an emphasis on the most important areas relevant to the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, and management. This book is well illustrated and includes clinical, operative, pathological, radiological, and hand-drawn illustrations. This book should prove valuable to all involved in the care of these patients. This book will be useful to consultant pediatric surgeons, specialists, fellows, and residents. The book should be also useful to general surgeons, accident and emergency doctors, pediatric