Infertility - Hardcover

by Marcelle Cedars (Author)

An authoritative clinical decision-making guide to the assessment and treatment of the infertile patient. Addresses the importance of an accurate and effective patient evaluation of both female and male patients. Includes recurrent pregnancy loss, state-of-the-art reproductive technologies, environmental causes, psychological aspects, the role of alternative medicine in infertility, and more.

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A UNIQUE, DECISION-MAKING TOOL FOR DAILY PRACTICEThis evidence-based resource provides expert guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of the most common infertility conditions seen in daily office practice. After a brief introduction to the anatomy, epidemiology, and pathophysiology of infertility problems, you'll find practical, easy-to-access coverage of: - Both female and male infertility issues- State-of-the-art assisted reproductive technologies- Advances in the understanding of the physiology of infertility- Unexplained infertility, genetics of infertility, and environmental causesSeparate sections are devoted to Psychological Aspects of Infertility, Legal Issues, and Ethical Issues.About the Practical Pathways Series: Practical Pathways in Obstetrics & Gynecology is a unique new series especially designed to tackle the challenging clinical topics encountered in daily practice. Each title in the series features a standardized, user-friendly approach that guides you systematically through evaluation, diagnosis, and management: - A high-yield, algorithmic Pathway at the start of most chapters provides an "at a glance" summary of recommended management- What's the Evidence? questions summarize major clinical trials and their application to daily practice- Guiding Questions review what strategic questions clinicians should ask themselves when first evaluating a patient- Key Points are highlighted in the margins- Case Studies demonstrate the clinical application of concepts, and further hone diagnostic skills- References facilitate further research or studyVisit us atACCESSMEDBOOKS.COMThe best source for medical education & referenceOTHER TITLES IN THE SERIESCraigo and Baker: Medical Complications in PregnancyLiu and Gass: Management of the PerimenopauseNewton: Infections in WomenWeber: Office Urogynecology

Author Biography

Marcelle Cedars, MD, Chief, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of California, San Francisco, California