Essentials of Obstetrics

Essentials of Obstetrics, now in its third edition, provides a clear and practical guide to the clinical management of pregnancy, labour, and obstetric complications. Authored by Sabaratnam Arulkumaran alongside V Sivanesaratnam, Alokendu Chatterjee, and Pratap Kumar, with a foreword by Shirish S Sheth, this established textbook brings together essential knowledge for maternal healthcare.

Designed for medical students, trainee doctors, and practising healthcare professionals, the text addresses key principles of reproductive medicine, antenatal assessment, routine delivery, and female genital health. Its structured layout and focused chapters make it an ideal study companion and desk reference for those working in wards and clinical settings across Uganda.