In Vitro Fertilization
eBook - ePub

In Vitro Fertilization

The A.R.T. of Making Babies (Assisted Reproductive Technology)

  1. 396 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

In Vitro Fertilization

The A.R.T. of Making Babies (Assisted Reproductive Technology)

About this book

This extensively updated and revised edition of In Vitro Fertilization: The A.R.T. of Making Babies addresses the key issues and concerns of infertile couples. Written by one of the top in vitro specialists in the country, this book discusses in plain language everything couples need to know about IVF. From how to locate and choose the best IVF programs to what to expect as you go through the process, this book will prepare couples for the complex and emotional IVF journey. Included here are: • Conditions that negatively affect fertility, such as sexually transmitted diseases, endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy, and immune system conditions
• Surrogate motherhood, egg donation, and other third-party parenting options
• Detailed discussion of ovulation and the influence of age on egg quality
• Ethics in fertility technology, including the recent controversies over cloningThis book provides extensive technical guidance to couples who are considering in vitro fertilization, allowing for a more well-informed life changing decision.

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Information

Publisher
Skyhorse
Year
2013
Print ISBN
9781620876060
eBook ISBN
9781626363779
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Gynecology, Obstetrics & Midwifery

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Dediation
  5. Table of Contents
  6. Foreword 1 by Brian Cohen, MD
  7. Foreword 2 by Nancy Hemenway
  8. Preface
  9. Units of Measurement
  10. Chapter 1: The Growing Dilemma of Infertility
  11. Chapter 2: The Anatomy and Physiology of Reproduction
  12. Chapter 3: Natural Conception and IVF: Two Pathways to Pregnancy
  13. Chapter 4: IVF Step 1: Preparation for IVF Treatment
  14. Chapter 5: IVF Step 2: Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (COS)
  15. Chapter 6: IVF Step 3: Egg Retrieval
  16. Chapter 7: IVF Step 4: Embryo Transfer
  17. Chapter 8: The Five Ultimatums for Successful IVF Candidates
  18. Chapter 9: Other Conditions That Compromise Fertility
  19. Chapter 10: Is IVF the Most Appropriate Option?
  20. Chapter 11: Shaping Realistic Expectations about IVF
  21. Chapter 12: How to Find the Right IVF Program
  22. Chapter 13: IUI, GIFT, and Other Alternatives to IVF
  23. Chapter 14: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL)
  24. Glossary

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