Principles and Practice of Assisted Reproductive Technology, 3rd Edition (3 Volumes Set)

Description

Principles and Practice of Assisted Reproductive Technology

Principles and Practice of Assisted Reproductive Technology, 3rd Edition is an extensively updated three-volume reference covering the modern principles, clinical practice and laboratory aspects of assisted reproduction. Led by renowned reproductive medicine specialist Kamini A. Rao, this authoritative set brings together contributions from experienced professionals in infertility, IVF, andrology and embryology.

The set discusses the complete spectrum of Assisted Reproductive Technology, beginning with reproductive anatomy, physiology and endocrinology and progressing to infertility evaluation, ovarian stimulation, IVF laboratory procedures, embryo transfer, male infertility, treatment complications and clinical outcomes.

The third edition also addresses recent scientific, legal and social developments, including ovarian and endometrial rejuvenation, new ART laws, medicolegal issues, fertility options for LGBTQ individuals, gender transformation, male fertility problems and the effects of COVID-19 on reproduction.

Key Features

• Comprehensive three-volume reference on assisted reproductive technology
• All chapters thoroughly revised with recent scientific advances
• Covers both clinical and laboratory aspects of infertility treatment
• Detailed discussion of female and male infertility
• Practical guidance on IVF, ICSI and embryo transfer
• Updated information on ART complications and treatment outcomes
• New content on ovarian and endometrial rejuvenation
• Discussion of new ART laws and medicolegal considerations
• Coverage of fertility options for the LGBTQ community
• Information on gender transformation and fertility preservation
• Updated chapters on varicocele and male fertility
• Discussion of COVID-19 and its effects on fertility
• Includes an extensively illustrated atlas of human embryology

Volume Overview

Volume 1: Infertility

• Reproductive anatomy and physiology
• Reproductive endocrinology
• Evaluation of female and male infertility
• Ovulation induction and ovarian stimulation
• Intrauterine insemination
• IVF and other ART procedures
• Third-party reproduction
• Complications and clinical outcomes

Volume 2: IVF, Laboratory Practice and Andrology

• IVF laboratory design and management
• Oocyte retrieval and handling
• Semen analysis and sperm preparation
• Conventional IVF and ICSI
• Embryo culture, grading and selection
• Cryopreservation and vitrification
• Quality assurance in the ART laboratory
• Male infertility and andrology

Volume 3: Atlas of Human Embryology

• Oocytes and stages of fertilization
• Pronuclear assessment
• Cleavage-stage embryos
• Morula and blastocyst development
• Embryo grading and selection
• Abnormal fertilization and development
• Clinical embryology images and illustrations

Important Topics

• Female and male infertility
• Reproductive endocrinology
• Polycystic ovary syndrome
• Endometriosis-associated infertility
• Ovarian reserve testing
• Ovulation induction
• Controlled ovarian stimulation
• IVF and ICSI procedures
• Embryo transfer and implantation
• Recurrent implantation failure
• Fertility preservation
• Oocyte and embryo cryopreservation
• Third-party reproduction and surrogacy
• ART complications and OHSS
• Ethical and legal aspects of ART