During the last decade, health care providers have made great strides
in the diagnosis and treatment of infertility뾞 condition that
affects 50-80 million people worldwide. This first volume in the new
Requisites in Obstetrics and Gynecology Series thoroughly examines
every aspect of reproductive endocrinology and infertility from
normal menstrual cycle and pubertal development, through to
management of a full range of common pathologic conditions and the
role of human sexuality in infertility management. Given its
importance in modern treatment, assisted reproductive technologies
are also addressed. This text, while comprehensive in its scope, is
also succinct and user-friendly in format, making it an ideal choice
for those who need concise, authoritative guidance at their
fingertips.
Key Features
Discusses male, anatomic, and ovulatory factors in infertility.
Includes a chapter on recurrent miscarriages.
Offers information on hormonal conditions that can affect
reproduction.
Takes an evidence-based approach to infertility, giving you the
benefit of all the latest clinical research.
Conveys information in an efficient and easy-to-read manner, perfect
for rapid consultation in the busy clinical setting.
Table of Contents
Part I Reproductive Endocrinology and the Regulation of Menses
Steroids and prostaglandins in reproductive medicine
The normal Menstrual cycle
Normal and abnormal pubertal development
Primary amenorrhea
Hyperandrogenic disorders and PCOS
Secondary amenorrhea and prolactin disorders
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Premenstrual dysphoric syndrome
The Climacteric
Osteoporosis and bone metabolism
Human sexuality
Part II Infertility
Evaluating infertility
Male factor infertility
Ovulatory dysfunction (including LPD)
Anatomic infertility (including cervical factor)
Endometriosis
Unexplained infertility and diminished ovarian reserve
Assisted reproductive technologies