The Infertile Couple And Modern Cost Effective Management

Endometriosis - a condition in which the lining of the uterus grows in other abdominal locations - is one of the most common causes of severe period pain, pelvic pain, and abnormal bleeding in women. Untreated, it may result in long-term complications such as pelvic adhesions, ovarian cysts and infertility. At times, bowel, bladder, and ureters may

This major book - known as 'The Bourn Hall Textbook' - evolved from teaching courses held at this prestigious Clinic - one of the birthplaces of IVF and clinical reproductive medicine. The content is comprehensive: covering assessment of the infertile couple and both laboratory and clinical aspects of assisted reproductive technologies. The emphasis throughout is on the practical management of patients undergoing assisted conception treatment. The third edition is a complete update of the field including expanded sections on newer technologies such as GIFT and ICSI. The book is authored largely by current or previous members of the Bourne Hall staff, with additional material from leading international authorities. The Bourn Hall Procedures, Protocols and Information Sheets - previously published as an Appendix - are now included on CD-ROM for ease of adaptation for local use.

The field of infertility research and practice is one of continuous innovation and change, but alongside the increasing sophistication of assisted reproductive techniques there is as strong a need as ever for clinical experience and expertise and common practical sense to inform diagnosis and clinical decision making. Now in its fourth edition, Inf

A groundbreaking contribution to the literature now in its revised and expanded second edition, this textbook offers a comprehensive review of diagnostic and treatment techniques for male infertility. This state-of-the-art, evidence-based textbook incorporates new multidisciplinary and complementary medicine approaches to create a first-of-its-kind guide to treatment strategies for male infertility and beyond. While this new edition is primarily designed as a reference for students and residents in reproductive medicine and andrology, it will be equally useful as well for professionals in urology, reproductive endocrinology, embryology, and research fields who are interested in the role that antioxidants play in male infertility. World-renowned experts in these areas have been selected to participate in this work. Careful selection of the highest quality content will span the whole range of topics in the area of male infertility, providing a complete review of well-established and current diagnostic and treatment techniques for male infertility. The incorporation of 20 new chapters will enhance the book’s appeal by including the most recent advances brought to the male infertility arena. Additionally, this edition incorporates new features, including bulleted key points, review criteria and select video clips demonstrating some of the most fascinating male infertility treatment modalities. A dedicated new section on current guidelines on male infertility will enlighten readers on how to most optimally manage male infertility clinical scenarios. Covering all aspects of diagnosis and management, ART, lifestyle factors and associated conditions for male infertility, Male Infertility: Contemporary Clinical Approaches, Andrology, ART and Antioxidants will be a readily accessible, high quality reference for medical students and residents, and will be of significant value to professionals working in the various fields treating this condition as well.

Infertility Is Defined As The Inability To Become Pregnannt (In A Woman) Or Cause A Pregnancy (In A Male). The Purpose Of This Book Is To Provide A Stepwise Approach To The Diagnosis And Treatment Of An Infertile Couple. It Describes The Detailed Workup, Such As Hormonal Evaluation And Transvaginal Sonography, That Is Essential For Accurate Diagnosis. The Various Options Available To The Clinician, From Ovulation Induction To Ovum Donation And Cryopresevation, Are Also Explained. The Possible Complications As Well As Failures Are Also Described. It Is Important To Actively Suggest Adoption As An Alternative When Treatment Fails. The Clinician Should Always Offer This Option To Prospective Parents.

This is the 1st edition of the book Handbook on Managing Infertility (Meeting the Challenges in Low-Resource Settings). The text is comprehensive, updated as per the present day requirements in the subject of infertility. In this edition of the book an effort is made to highlight the special problems and hurdles to provide infertility treatment in low resource setups. The book has 26 chapters. The first chapter deals with history of human assisted reproductive technology. Chapter two provides a comprehensive description of infertility in developing world. Next four chapters are dedicated to ART unit in low resource setting. Chapters from 9 to 12 deal with different conditions associated with infertility. Subsequent chapters describe setting up of ART unit, assisted reproductive technology and law and ethics related to ART. A comprehensive index is given at last.