• Essentials of Obstetrics is a composite textbook consisting of 48 chapters starting from formation of the embryo to delivery of the baby and the after care of the newborn and the mother post-delivery

• The chapters cover the normal physiology and pathological deviations that occur due to pre-existing disease and the obstetric disorders that sets in because of the pregnancy

• Each chapter is well illustrated with color photographs, illustrations, well-constructed tables and flowcharts to make it easy to read and understand the concept that is dealt with

• The authors from India, Malaysia and the UK were invited to contribute the chapters recognizing their expertise

• The breadth and depth of obstetrics and gynecology needed for undergraduates and postgraduates during their early years are provided

• Greater incorporation of evidence-based medicine in each chapter and better illustrations than the previous edition.