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Williams Obstetrics, 23e
| Section VI. The Puerperium > |
Chapter 31. Puerperal Infection
Sections: Puerperal Infection: Introduction, Puerperal Fever, Uterine Infection, Pathogenesis, Clinical Course, Toxic Shock Syndrome, References.
Topics Discussed: puerperal infection.
Excerpt:"Puerperal infection is a general term used to describe any bacterial infection of the genital tract after delivery. The earliest reference to puerperal infection is found in the works of Hippocrates from the 5th century BC, De Mulierum Morbis. He attributed the condition to retention of bowel contents. The history of puerperal infection is discussed in greater detail in previous editions of Williams Obstetrics...."
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