Infertility in Practice

by Adam H Balen

Overview

This text has been written as a practical guide, based on the author’s experience over the last 40 years of daily clinical practice and aiming to place the modern approach to the management of infertility in the context of sound theory and evidence-based therapy. It provides the reader with a comprehensive classification of the causes of infertility, their investigation, and their management. This new edition covers many advances in the understanding and management of infertility and other updates to practice--for example, a greater understanding of the pathophysiology of ovarian aging and ovarian reserve testing; the classification of disorders of ovulation and management of polycystic ovary syndrome; the refinement of regimens for superovulation, improved embryo culture systems, and the use of artificial intelligence for the selection of embryos; assessments for endometrial receptivity and management of recurrent implantation failure; pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) as a therapeutic tool opening up the possibility for aneuploidy screening; as well as the latest thoughts on nutritional health, periconception care, and the exciting new world of the microbiome.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781000683363
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	12/21/2022
Series:	Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproductive Techniques Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	424
File size:	23 MB
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About the Author

Adam Balen MB, BS, MD, DSc, FRCOG is a full time Consultant in Reproductive Medicine at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Professor of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at St. James’ University Hospital, Consultant and the Clinical Lead at Leeds Fertility, a partner at Balance Fertility, former Chair of the British Fertility Society, and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist's spokesperson for fertility.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Richard S. Legro

Preface

About the Author

1. Epidemiology of Infertility, 21st-Century Considerations and the Covid-19 Pandemic

2. Prevention of Infertility

3. Planning a Pregnancy and Preconception Care

4. Obesity and Reproduction

5 Investigating Infertility

6. Anovulatory Infertility and Ovulation Induction

7. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

8. Premature Ovarian Insufficiency and Oocyte Donation

9. Endometriosis

10. Tubal Infertility, Fibroids and Uterine Factors

11. Male Factor Infertility

12. Unexplained Infertility

13. Fertilisation

14. Fertility Preservation

15. Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing and Emerging Technologies

16. Complications of Ovarian Stimulation

17. Counselling and Modern Families

18. Ethical and Religious Issues

19. Health Outcomes of Children Born after Assisted Conception

20. Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy

21. Recurrent Miscarriage and Recurrent Implantation Failure

22. Alternative Therapies and "Add-Ons"

23. When to Stop Treatment and Other Options

Appendix: Daily Vitamin and Mineral Requirements (See Chapter 3)

Books for Further Reading

Index

Editorial Reviews

From reviews of previous editions:
"An outstanding book that provides a practical guide for those involved in the management of infertility. I found it a joy to read. Although it may have been intended primarily for clinicians, it will also be an invaluable guide for nurses, scientists and counsellors involved in this area. The book provides a vital update for general gynaecologists and much of the contents will be of interest to experienced sub-specialists. It is essential reading for clinicians new to the field of infertility treatment."
—Human Fertility

"A succinct, usable title for health care professionals. Up to date information, well referenced; clinical data for both male and female infertility, tests, info on ART, and ethical issues are all described thoroughly."
—OnlineDrugTest.info

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