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BNS 225: Women Health Care & Gynecology

A focused study on the health of the female reproductive system, covering common gynecological conditions, diagnostics, and management.

Course Content

Explore the detailed topics covered in Women Health Care and Gynecology.

Introduction to Gynecology

Gynaecology in Puberty Human Sexuality & Sexual Assault Review of Female Reproductive Anatomy Gynaecologic Operative Techniques Paediatric Gynaecology Contraception & Sterilisation

Benign Gynecological Conditions

Benign Lesions (Vulva, Vagina, Cervix) Benign Breast Diseases Fibroids Endometriosis Cervical Erosion & Polyps

Menstrual and Bleeding Disorders

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Bleeding Before 28 Weeks Menorrhagia Dysmenorrhoea & PMS Amenorrhoea

Infections and Inflammatory Conditions

Vaginal Discharges Bacteraemic Shock Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Common Gynecological Infections

Gynecological Cancers and Tumors

Principles of Cancer Therapy Cancers of Vulva, Uterus, Cervix Cancers of Fallopian Tubes Ovarian Cancer & Benign Tumors

Other Gynecological Issues

Infertility Birth Injuries & Fistulas (VVF, RVF) Painful Sexual Intercourse Menopause Emotional Crisis

Investigations in Gynecology

X-ray, Biopsy, Microscopy PAP smears Ultrasound in Gynecology Hormonal Assays

Key References

A selection of key texts and resources cited in this course unit.

Monga, A & Baker, P, (2006) Gynaecology by Ten Teachers: A Hodder Arnold Publication
Magowan, BA, Owen, P, et al (2009) Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology: Saunders
Lowdermilk, Dl & Perry, S (2007). Maternity and Women' Health Care; Mosby.
Johnson, S (2005). Fundamental Aspects of Gynaecology Nursing: Quay Books.
Berek, J. S. (2019). Berek & Novak's Gynecology (16th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.