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Obstetrics and Gynecology Department

The broad goal of the teaching of undergraduate students in Obstetrics and Gynecology is that he/she should acquire understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the reproductive system and gain the ability to optimally manage common conditions affecting it.

Objectives

• Outline the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the reproductive system and the common conditions affecting it.

• Detect normal pregnancy, labor puerperium and manage the problems he/she is likely to encounter therein.

• List the leading causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality.

• Understand the principles of contraception and various techniques employed, methods of medical termination of pregnancy, sterilization and their complications.

• Identify the use, abuse and side effects of drugs in pregnancy, pre-menopausal and post- menopausal periods.

• Describe the national program of maternal and child health and family welfare and their implementation at various levels.

• State the indications, techniques and complications of surgeries like Caesarian section, laparotomy, abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy, Fothergill operation and vacuum aspiration for M.T.P.

• Identify common gynecological diseases and describe principles of their management.