Authors: Dr Patrick Chia & Dr S Raman
Publishers: Discern Publishing House Sdn Bhd
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| Prenatal or antenatal diagnosis is not new. Technological advances have given doctors higher resolution ultrasound machines to detect fetal abnormalities in the womb. |
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| Improved understanding of molecular genetics, on the other hand, has allowed the availability of sophisticated tests for the detection of various genetic diseases. Therefore, the diagnosis of an abnormal baby in the womb is now a possibility, even in the first trimester of pregnancy. However, women are often bewildered with the wealth of information that is available, especially from the internet, leaving them utterly confused and unable to make a decision, especially when they are pregnant. |
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| "Is my Baby normal?" is aimed at educating women (and their husbands) in the reproductive age to understand some of the advances in medicine in the area of antenatal diagnosis, and be aware of what is available (both locally and abroad). It hopes to help some women who have been told that they have an abnormal baby and aims to provide information for them to make an informed decision in those situations. |
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| This book addresses the subject of antenatal diagnosis of fetal abnormalities and what is currently available locally. It takes its readers through from the basics of genetics and inheritance to treating the fetus in the womb. It discusses the causes of fetal abnormalities and who might be at risk. The remits of screening of abnormalities, both non-invasive and invasive are outlined. The last chapter discusses the psychological impact of losing a baby and brings the reader through the various stages of the grieving process. |
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| The book is in the form of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). There will be Figures, Tables, Photographs, Diagrams & Illustrations to enhance the text. |
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| This book is 158 pages long & has 7 chapters. |
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| Retailed Price: RM 30 [US 10] - Click here for order form |
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