Main description:

Offers an expert blend of sound theory and evidence based therapy for residents and practitioners. Provides a clear path through the increasing complexity of ART options and techniques, using clinical experience and common practical sense. Condenses the aspects of knowledge and practice most relevant for learning the practical basics of diagnosis and decision making.

Contents:

Foreword. Preface. About the Author. Epidemiology of Infertility, 21st-Century Considerations and the Covid-19 Pandemic. Prevention of Infertility. Planning a Pregnancy and Preconception Care. Obesity and Reproduction. 5 Investigating Infertility. Anovulatory Infertility and Ovulation Induction. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Premature Ovarian Insufficiency and Oocyte Donation. Endometriosis. Tubal Infertility, Fibroids and Uterine Factors. Male Factor Infertility. Unexplained Infertility. Fertilisation. Fertility Preservation. Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing and Emerging Technologies. Complications of Ovarian Stimulation. Counselling and Modern Families. Ethical and Religious Issues. Health Outcomes of Children Born after Assisted Conception. Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy. Recurrent Miscarriage and Recurrent Implantation Failure. Alternative Therapies and "Add-Ons". When to Stop Treatment and Other Options. Appendix: Daily Vitamin and Mineral Requirements (See Chapter 3). Books for Further Reading. Index.