Obstetric
Obstetric
Obstetric (pronunciation: /ɒbˈstɛtrɪk/) is a branch of medicine that deals with the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the recuperative period following delivery. The term is derived from the Latin word "obstare" which means "to stand by".
Etymology
The term "Obstetric" is derived from the Latin word "obstare", which means "to stand by". This is in reference to the role of the obstetrician, who stands by the woman during her pregnancy and childbirth.
Related Terms
- Obstetrician: A doctor who specializes in obstetrics.
- Obstetric Ultrasound: A medical imaging technique used in obstetrics to visualize the fetus in the womb.
- Obstetric Complications: Problems that occur during pregnancy, childbirth, or the postpartum period.
- Obstetric Fistula: A severe medical condition in which a hole develops in the birth canal as a result of childbirth.
- Obstetric Hemorrhage: Excessive bleeding during or after childbirth.
- Obstetric Cholestasis: A liver disorder that can develop during pregnancy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Obstetric
- Wikipedia's article - Obstetric
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