Obstetrikk
Obstetrikk is the medical specialty concerned with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It encompasses the physiological and pathological aspects of these stages. An obstetrician is a physician who specializes in obstetrics. They provide care before, during, and after pregnancy. This includes prenatal care, which involves regular check-ups and monitoring the health of both the mother and the fetus.
Childbirth management is a core component of obstetrics. Obstetricians guide women through labor and delivery, which
The postpartum period, also known as the puerperium, is the time after childbirth. Obstetricians monitor the
Obstetrics also involves managing high-risk pregnancies, where there are increased risks to the mother or fetus.