Biennial Review of Infertility, Vol. 4

Description

Now in its fourth volume, the Biennial Review of Infertility brings together the most up-to-date research and clinical information on male and female infertility, emerging assisted reproductive techniques and evolving controversies in reproductive medicine. An impressive panel of contributors presents cutting-edge information in a clear and well-balanced manner.

Volume 4 discusses hot topics in contemporary reproductive medicine, including stem cell technologies for male infertility, the current state of ovarian tissue cryopreservation and time-lapse video microscopy of embryos. The expanded section on controversies allows for point/counterpoint discussion between experts with differing opinions on topics like eSET and the use and role of dietary supplements in IVF cycles. Created to provide an ongoing appraisal of current knowledge, the Biennial Review of Infertility stimulates communication amongst all clinicians and researchers working to help couples resolve their infertility.

Contents

Part I: Male.- The Epidemiology of Male Infertility.- Vasectomy Reversal or IVF: Analysis of Factors for Success.- Stem Cell Therapies for Male Infertility: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?.- Part II: Female.- Insights Into Mechanisms Causing the Maternal Age-induced Decrease in Oocyte Quality.-Endometriosis and Cancer: Is There an Association?.- Ovarian Tissue Cryopreservation: Where Are We Now?.- Part III: Art.- Animal Models for Developing Clinical Lab Procedures.- Current Status of Time-lapse Microscopy for Embryo Selection.- The Ideal Spermatozoon for ART.- Is Acupuncture Associated with Improved IVF Outcomes?.- Dr. Web and the New Generation of ART Patients.- Part IV: Controversies.- Yes, Elective Single Embryo Transfer Should Be Standard of Care.- Klinefelter Syndrome: Early Treatment of the Adolescent is Warranted.- Klinefelter Syndrome: Early Treatment of the Adolescent is Not Warranted.- Are Dietary Supplements Beneficial for IVF Patients?.

Authors

Douglas T. Carrell, PhD, Professor, Departments of Surgery (Urology), Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Human Genetics, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Peter N. Schlegel, MD, James J. Colt Professor of Urology, Chairman, Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY, USA

Catherine Racowsky, PhD, Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA

Luca Gianaroli, MD, Scientific Director, Reproductive Medicine Unit, S.I.S.M.E.R. s.r.l. Day Surgery Clinic della Riproduzione (SISMeR), Bologna, Italy