Gynaecology in the
twenty-first century is much more than just a surgical speciality. The range of services and associated care has expanded rapidly in recent years reflecting the
changing health needs of women. Many exciting developments have been initiated by nurses and professionals allied to medicine (PAMs). The chapters in Gynaecology: Changing Services for Changing Needs each focus on a main area of gynaecological care, providing a general overview of the issues involved as well as specific examples of how nurses and PAMs are
making a difference. All of the contributors have used their interest and expertise in a specific field to develop a gynaecology service for women. The first