Reproductive medicine Books

Book SynopsisThe phenomenon of transnational adoption is changing in the age of globalization and biotechnology. In Legitimating Life, Sonja van Wichelen boldly describes how contemporary justifications of cross-border adoption navigate between child welfare, humanitarianism, family making, capitalism, science, and health. Focusing on contemporary institutional practices of adoption in the United States and the Netherlands, she traces how professionals, bureaucrats, lawyers, politicians, social workers, and experts legitimate a practice that became progressively controversial. Throughout the past few decades transnational adoption transformed from a humanitarian response to a means of making family. In this new manifestation, life becomes necessarily economized. While push and pull factors, demand and supply dynamics, and competition between agencies set the stage for the globalization of adoption, international conventions, scientific knowledge, and the language of human rights universalized the phenomenon. Van Wichelen argues that such technoscientific legitimations of a globalizing practice are rearticulating colonial logics of race and civilization. Yet, she also lets us see beyond the biopolitical project and into alternative ways of making kin. Trade Review“In Legitimating Life, Sonja van Wichelen provides a comprehensive analysis of the transformation of international adoption into a technology of reproduction through the imposition of a legal 'clean break' that decouples the child from its family and community of origin so that it can become a global resource for producing 'as-if-begotten' families in Europe and North America. Legitimating Life makes a compelling case for a new politics of international adoption that opens up a landscape for 'the doing and desiring of kinship otherwise,' even as it secures the right of every child to family life, as mandated by international law.” -- Barbara Yngvesson * author of Belonging in an Adopted World: Race, Identity, and Transnational Adoption *"Van Wichelen offers a captivating and capacious framework for understanding global reproduction and modern family formation. Using ethnographic moments in international adoption as a launch point, she develops a sophisticated critique of the interrelations among humanitarianism, rights, and biomedicalization." -- Sara Dorow * author of Transnational Adoption: A Cultural Economy of Race, Gender, and Kinship *Table of ContentsContents List of figures, tables and images Acknowledgements Introduction: Adoption in the Age of Globalization and Biotechnology The Ethical Market: Between Reproduction and Humanitarianism Double Movements: International Law as Transparency Device Valuing Bodies: Somatic Ethics in the Biomedicalization of Adoption Grievable Lives: The Adoptee and the Child Migrant Economies of Return: Openness, Knowledge, Relations Conclusion: Legitimating Life Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisOne out of every six patients in the United States is treated in a Catholic hospital that follows the policies of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. These policies prohibit abortion, sterilization, contraception, some treatments for miscarriage and gender confirmation, and other reproductive care, undermining hard-won patients’ rights to bodily autonomy and informed decision-making. Drawing on rich interviews with patients and providers, this book reveals both how the bishops’ directives operate and how people inside Catholic hospitals navigate the resulting restrictions on medical practice. In doing so, Bishops and Bodies fleshes out a vivid picture of how The Church’s stance on sex, reproduction, and “life” itself manifests in institutions that affect us all.Trade Review"Shortly after the Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, horrific stories began to emerge from hospitals across the country. To many, these denials of emergency medical care seemed to be an alarming new consequence of the Supreme Court’s decision. Lori Freedman, however, has documented such stories for well over a decade. We would do well to study her work carefully — including her book Bishops and Bodies: Reproductive Care in American Catholic Hospitals — in this critical moment. * Catholics for Choice *“It’s a recipe for disaster—the Catholic Church wants the most births possible, and most American women want to limit their childbearing and protect their health with modern advances in contraception and abortion. Yet in the name of corporate conscience, our anachronistic laws allow Catholic healthcare to require physicians of all faiths to do things that violate medical ethics and often constitute malpractice. Freedman’s compelling research, rich storytelling, and incisive analysis reveal how outrageous Bishop-knows-best medicine really is.” -- Katie Watson * author of Scarlet A: The Ethics, Law and Politics of Ordinary Abortion *"Bishops and Bodies is poised to make a significant impact not just in social science and medical humanities circles, but in broader public conversations about health care, reproductive rights, and the place of religion in society." -- Jessica Martucci * author of Back to the Breast: Natural Motherhood and Breastfeeding in America *Table of ContentsForeword by Debra Stulberg Prologue: Unsafe and Unequal Introduction: Doctrinal Iatrogenesis 1 Growth: How Catholic Health Care Expanded 2 Inferior: How Catholic Directives Contradict Medical Standards 3 Consumer Medicine? Patients and the Illusion of Choice 4 Emergencies: Patient Loss and Suffering 5 Mostly Above-Board Workarounds 6 Under the Radar Workarounds 7 Separation of Church and Hospital 8 Conclusion Acknowledgements Appendix Notes Index

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Book SynopsisOne out of every six patients in the United States is treated in a Catholic hospital that follows the policies of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. These policies prohibit abortion, sterilization, contraception, some treatments for miscarriage and gender confirmation, and other reproductive care, undermining hard-won patients’ rights to bodily autonomy and informed decision-making. Drawing on rich interviews with patients and providers, this book reveals both how the bishops’ directives operate and how people inside Catholic hospitals navigate the resulting restrictions on medical practice. In doing so, Bishops and Bodies fleshes out a vivid picture of how The Church’s stance on sex, reproduction, and “life” itself manifests in institutions that affect us all.Trade Review"Shortly after the Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, horrific stories began to emerge from hospitals across the country. To many, these denials of emergency medical care seemed to be an alarming new consequence of the Supreme Court’s decision. Lori Freedman, however, has documented such stories for well over a decade. We would do well to study her work carefully — including her book Bishops and Bodies: Reproductive Care in American Catholic Hospitals — in this critical moment. * Catholics for Choice *“It’s a recipe for disaster—the Catholic Church wants the most births possible, and most American women want to limit their childbearing and protect their health with modern advances in contraception and abortion. Yet in the name of corporate conscience, our anachronistic laws allow Catholic healthcare to require physicians of all faiths to do things that violate medical ethics and often constitute malpractice. Freedman’s compelling research, rich storytelling, and incisive analysis reveal how outrageous Bishop-knows-best medicine really is.” -- Katie Watson * author of Scarlet A: The Ethics, Law and Politics of Ordinary Abortion *"Bishops and Bodies is poised to make a significant impact not just in social science and medical humanities circles, but in broader public conversations about health care, reproductive rights, and the place of religion in society." -- Jessica Martucci * author of Back to the Breast: Natural Motherhood and Breastfeeding in America *Table of ContentsForeword by Debra Stulberg Prologue: Unsafe and Unequal Introduction: Doctrinal Iatrogenesis 1 Growth: How Catholic Health Care Expanded 2 Inferior: How Catholic Directives Contradict Medical Standards 3 Consumer Medicine? Patients and the Illusion of Choice 4 Emergencies: Patient Loss and Suffering 5 Mostly Above-Board Workarounds 6 Under the Radar Workarounds 7 Separation of Church and Hospital 8 Conclusion Acknowledgements Appendix Notes Index

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Book SynopsisThe aim of this book is twofold: to promote an awareness of cultural differences in connection with sexual medicine among health care providers, and to demonstrate how such differences are relevant to the care and treatment of patients with sexual issues. Individual sexuality represents the cumulative effects of biological, psychological, and cultural influences. Yet much of the study of sexuality—including issues ranging from sexual identity to sexual response—has been conducted through a Western lens. Although a substantial body of work in anthropology has taken up the study of human sexuality from a cross-cultural perspective, two points are notable. First, this work seldom crosses the desks of medical and psychological health practitioners, and second, the relevance of specific cultural differences is rarely apparent to the typical sexual health practitioner. To address this situation, this book adopts a global perspective, focusing on how cultural practices and values can impact health care, treatment, and outcomes. In this regard, it covers three broad domains: Sexual Identity and Orientation; Sexual Response and Dysfunction; and Sexual Diversity. Each chapter consists of two parts: a general description of the relevant issues, and a discussion of how these issues can be relevant to clinical practice. The book offers a valuable, practical tool for specialists in sexual medicine and sexual psychology, for sexual healthcare givers, and for sexological researchers who want to better serve their patients by developing an awareness of and sensitivity to cultural differences, and by providing a framework for dealing with issues of sexuality and sexual health that takes cultural values into consideration, while adhering to best practices in patient care.Trade Review“The book has something to teach everyone, from the novice just beginning to understand the cross disciplinary nature of sexual health care to the seasoned sexual health professional looking to enhance their understanding of specific cultures or sub-cultures. As an educational resource tool, the book is worth being read and kept as a resource … . having read it, I look forward to treating my patients more effectively and to the many lively discussions that will be engendered by this work.” (Elisabeth Gordon, Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, May 6, 2021)Table of ContentsPart I: Introduction.- Culture and Practice: Identifying the Issues.- Role of Medical Anthropology in Understanding Cultural Differences in Sexuality.- Part 2: Sexual Issues, Identity, and Challenges.- Socio-cultural perspectives, challenges, and approaches to sexual health in the Indian subcontinent.- Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexuality from a Cross-Cultural Perspective.- Transcultural Homo- and Trans-Phobia.- Impact of Chinese Traditional Culture on Sexuality.- Sexual Fluidity Behind Culture.- Part 3: Dealing with Sexual Issues.- Middle East Cultural Challenges and the Treatment of Sexual Problems in Men.- Central Asian Challenges in Sexual Issues.- Western, Asian, and Middle Eastern societies’ cultural attitudes and barriers impacting the management of sexual health care.- Latin American and Latina/Latino Issues in Sexual Health.- Cultural Issues Impacting the Acceptance of Psychosexual Therapy.- Normal or normative? Italian medical experts' discourses on sexual ageing in the Viagra era.- Part 4: Sexual Differences and Cultural Variation.- Pleasure, Orgasm, and Sexual Mutilations in Different Cultural Settings.- Disposition and Treatment of Paraphilia in Non-Western Cultures.- Disability and Sexuality.- Sexual Surgery through the Ages, in Varying Cultures.- Pornography Use: What Do Cross-Cultural Patterns Tell Us?.- Cross Cultural Research: Opportunities and Strategies for Discovery.

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Book SynopsisThis book comprehensively addresses female and male fertility preservation. It discusses in detail all major aspects of fertility preservation in both sexes, explains the basis of fertility preservation, and highlights the currently available techniques; further chapters are dedicated to specific diseases. The book offers an essential reference guide for all physicians, specialists or not, seeking to improve their grasp of female and male fertility preservation. Table of ContentsPart I FEMALE FERTILITY PRESERVATION Normal ovarian ageing.- The effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy on female reproductive tract.- Pediatric cancer and fertility.- ART in cancer survivors: including egg donation.- Fertility sparing surgery in gynecologic cancers.- Ovarian transposition.- Hormonal suppression for ovarian protection.- Oocyte and embryo cryopreservation: methodology and clinical results.- Ovarian stimulation for fertility preservation (different protocols).- In vitro maturation of oocytes.- Ovarian tissue cryopreservation.- Techniques of ovarian transplantation.- Assessing safety in ovarian transplantation.- Whole ovary cryopreservation and transplantation.- Fertility preservation in breast cancer patients.- Fertility preservation and endometriosis.- Fertility preservation in autoimmune diseases.- Fertility preservation in transgender males.- Fertility preservation in Turner syndrome and other gonadal dysgeneses .- Tissue preparation and follicle activation by physical methods .- Fertility preservation in children and adolescents.- Social egg freezing.- Ovarian tissue banking to postpone menopause.- Endometrial stem cells transplantation.- Uterine transplantation.- Surrogacy.- Medical treatments for ovarian protection.- Transplantation of isolated follicles.- In vitro folliculogenesis.- Artificial ovary.- Gamete production from stem cells.- Part II MALE FERTILITY PRESERVATION Impact of cancer treatments on sperm chromatin integrity.- ART in cancer patients including sperm donation.- Sperm cryopreservation.- Indications and methods of Epididymal or Testicular sperm retrieval for cryopreservation.- Testis sparing surgery.- Hormonal suppression for FP in male.- Fertility preservation in hypogonadal men.- Fertility preservation in prepubertal boys.- Fertility preservation in transgender females.- Testicular tissue transplantation.- Removal of malignant cells prior to autotransplantation of spermatogonial stem cells.- Transplantation of cryopreserved spermatogonia.- In vitro spermatogenesis.- Part III FEMALE AND MALE FERTILITY PRESERVATION Psychological aspects of fertility preservation.- Ethical considerations of fertility preservation.- Legal aspects.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents the latest insights into all the critical aspects of Klinefelter’s Syndrome, in order to promote a more homogeneous a medical approach to this condition, leading to better and more “evidence-based” support, and improving patient satisfaction.It offers physicians and all health professionals involved in treating these patients (andrologists, pediatricians, endocrinologists, psychologists) a comprehensive overview and a useful tool for their daily clinical practice.Table of ContentsPoetry Preface 1. Introduction - From a disabling condition to a variant of normalcy 2. Epidemiology of an underdiagnosed syndrome 3. Causes of the extra chromosome/s 4. Different karyotypes, same disease? 5. Genetic and epigenetic aspects of the supernumerary X chromosome 6. Prenatal Counselling and management in the early neonatal period 7. EARLY DEVELOPMENTAL PATHWAYS AND COMMUNICATION GOOD PRACTICES 8. THE DIAGNOSIS AT PREPUBERTAL AGE 9. WHAT TO DO AND WHEN FROM INFANCY TO PUBERTY 10. Neuropsychiatric aspects 11. Testicular development 12. THE KLINEFELTER PUBERTY 13. GENETIC OF GAMETES 14. Phenotype of the adulthood 15. Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Function 16. the altered bone 17. Obesity, the rule or not 18. Lipids and glucose metabolism 19. Cardiovascular characteristics 20. The Thyroid Function 21. ONCOLOGICAL PROBLEMS 22. FERTILITY PRESERVATION 23. Fertility vs Infertility 24. Psychological features 25. Sexual function 26. Testosterone treatment in male patients with Klinefelter’s syndrome

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Book SynopsisThis volume focuses on endometriosis from its pathogenesis and the importance of the early diagnosis to treatment, throughout all aspects of femininity that this disease affects, impacting health and quality of life.It also covers treatment strategies for the pain and for the disease management according to the age and needs of the patient, from adolescence to menopause, passing through the fertile age and the consequences that this disease can have on fertility and pregnancy. This book is a useful, clear and up-to-date tool for gynecologists, gynecological surgeons, reproductive medicine and general practitioners and is an important source of information to face this more and more frequent and devastating disease.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Endocrine disruptors and risk of endometriosis.- Chapter 2. Metabolomic characteristics in endometriosis patients.- Chapter 3. Can we diagnose early endometriosis with ultrasound rather than laparoscopy?.- Chapter 4. Neurotrophins and cytokines in endometriosis pain.- Chapter 5. Endometriosis induced pain: the treatment strategy.- Chapter 6. Management of endometriosis in teenagers.- Chapter 7. The etonogestrel contraceptive implant as a therapy for endometriosis.- Chapter 8. Impact of endometrioma surgery on ovarian reserve.- Chapter 9. What is the place of surgery of deep endometriosis in infertile and pelvic pain patients?.- Chapter 10. Endometriosis and Infertility: surgery and IVF: when, why and outcomes.- Chapter 11. ART and Endometriosis : problems and solutions.- Chapter 12. Morphokinetics in embryos from patients with endometriosis.- Chapter 13. Endometriosis and cancer: prevention and diagnosis.- Chapter 14. Medical management of endometriosis, present and future with special reference to MHT in the patient previously diagnosed with endometriosis.- Chapter 15. Endometriosis and Menopause: Realities and Management.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides to nurses an understanding of female sexual function and dysfunction specifically in relation to common gynecological conditions. It offers evidence based overview of assessment of sexual function, including available questionnaires and provides a multidisciplinary approach to managing sexual dysfunction, from incontinence to pelvic organ prolapse and recurrent urinary tract infections. It also covers a holistic approach including over the counter and home treatments, psychological therapies, physical therapies, pharmacological options and if necessary more invasive interventions. Sexual function and pelvic floor dysfunction is often a neglected area due to the taboo nature of discussions. This book aims to educate nurses, to help them understand the types of treatment options available, and encourage them to engage in conversations about sexual function with women, so that they can be referred to appropriate health professionals and access the right care.Table of ContentsChapter 1. IntroductionAngela Rantell Chapter 2. Models of female sexual functionAngela Rantell Chapter 3. What is sexual dysfunction?Susan KelloggPhD, CRNP, Director of Female Sexual Medicine at the Center for Pelvic Medicine, & Angie Rantell Chapter 4. Impact of Incontinence on female sexual functionSwati Jha Consultant Gynaecologist at The Jessop Wing of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, & Angela Rantell Chapter 5. Impact of Pelvic organ prolapseSushma SrikrishnaConsultant Urogynaecologist and Obstetrician at King's College Hospital& Angela Rantell Chapter 6. Impact of recurrent urinary tract infectionsGeorgina BainesSenior Clinical Research fellow for Urogynaecology at King’s College Hospital, London& Angela Rantell Chapter 7. Impact of Genitourinary Syndrome of the MenopauseRichard FlintClinical Research Fellow, Urogynaecology Dept., King's College Hospital NHS Trust& Angela Rantell Chapter 8. Introducing the subject to womenSharon Fillingham, RN, Urinary Diversion CPF and Psychosexual and Gender therapist at University College London Hospitals Chapter 9. History taking and physical examinationSusan KelloggProfessor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia& Angela Rantell Chapter 10. Subjective and objective outcome measuresSushma Srikrishna, & Jane BrocksonSenior urology/continence nurse specialist at Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Chapter 11. Over the counter and home remedies /devicesEmily NellistSpecialist Paramedic at Perranporth Surgery, Ellie Stewart, CNS Urogynaecology, Guy’s Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust& Angela Rantell Chapter 12. Psychological therapiesSue GoldsteinCertified sexuality educator and certified clinical research coordinator Chapter 13. Physical therapiesBary BerghmansSenior researcher at the Department of Urology at the University Hospital Maastricht& Angela Rantell Chapter 14. Pharmacological and surgical managementSwati Jha & Angela Rantell Chapter 15. Partners / impact of male issuesJane BrocksonSenior Urology / Continence Nurse Specialis at Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS trustChapter 16. Access to services and help seeking behaviourAuthor to be confirmed

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Book SynopsisThis book aims to address a number of controversies concerning the use of testosterone treatment. It explains topics that clinicians regularly encounter such as whether to use free or total testosterone in the evaluation of the patient with testosterone deficiency; what factors actually impact testosterone levels, polycythemia, gynecomastia, bone density, and hyperprolactinemia in the testosterone deficient patient; critical analysis of the numerous questionnaires that are available to clinicians; and the impact of testosterone therapy on male fertility, cardiovascular disease, and prostate events including prostate cancer. Guiding the reader in both evaluation and management, the book also illuminates novel concepts in the T space such as testosterone use in the transgender population, T therapy as an endothelial modulator, bipolar testosterone therapy in the patient with advanced prostate cancer, and testosterone therapy as a performance enhancer.Controversies in Testosterone Deficiency is intended for any clinician involved in the care of patients with testosterone deficiency, exploring hot topics and correcting existent misinformation in the routine care of patients.Table of ContentsWhat to Measure: Testosterone or Free Testosterone?.- Erythrocytosis in Patients on Testosterone Therapy.- Role of Gonadotropins in Adult-Onset Functional Hypogonadism.- Hyperprolactinemia in the Man with Testosterone Deficiency.- Testosterone and Disordered Sleep.- Testosterone Therapy and Male Fertility.- Testosterone and Prostate Effects.- Testosterone in Females.- Testosterone in Transgender Population.- Testosterone as a Performance Enhancer.

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Book SynopsisNow in a completely newly revised and expanded second edition, this comprehensive text presents the current state of the art in our understanding and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common hormonal disorder of reproductive aged women. The numerous bothersome symptoms of PCOS include menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, acne, scalp hair thinning, weigh excess and infertility; additionally, as they age, women with PCOS are at a higher risk for metabolic abnormalities such as diabetes and dyslipidemias, as well as for cardiovascular disease and even certain cancers. Despite improvements in our understanding of this condition, the exact cause/s of PCOS remain elusive; genetic, hormonal, metabolic and environmental underpinnings are all suggested as relevant. All chapters have been updated, with eight new chapters added across seven thematic sections. Part one discusses the epidemiology of PCOS in both adults and adolescents. Part two covers the pathophysiology of PCOS, including genetics, the hypothalamo-pituitary-ovarian and the hypothalamo-pituitary-adrenal axes, insulin resistance, inflammation, and obesity. The next three sections present the various management strategies, medical and surgical, for harnessing the symptomatology, including PCOS-related infertility; these chapters include added case material to provide real-world examples of the treatments in action and their efficacy. Part six covers the comorbidities that women with PCOS commonly encounter, such as issues of mental health, sleep disturbances, endometrial hyperplasia, and cancer, as well as examines the economic burden of PCOS. The final section discusses emerging concepts surrounding possible mechanisms and potential therapeutic approaches to PCOS, including angiogenic dysfunction, the role of vitamin D, future potential therapies to targeted AMH signaling. The closing chapter, by familiarizing the readers with the intergenerational implications of PCOS and by raising awareness of potential “ripple effects”, aims at alerting the community on a need for vigilance as regards the health of PCOS progeny. With contributions from leaders in the field, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Second Edition remains the gold-standard text on this common medical condition and a valuable resource for the wide range of healthcare professionals engaged in caring for the women with PCOS (including but not limited to reproductive endocrinologists, gynecologists, family physicians, dermatologists, mental health professionals), for the aspiring women's health providers of tomorrow, and for the researchers who are striving to unravel the mysteries of the complex entity that PCOS is.Table of Contents

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Book SynopsisThis book is a point-of-care resource for effective sexual and reproductive healthcare for patients of all ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and medical backgrounds in the primary care setting. This useful guide is divided into three parts, and other than part three, which deals exclusively with transgender and gender diverse patients, all content will relate to patients of all gender identities. Part one presents sexual and reproductive health (SRH) using a lifespan approach, including chapters on pediatrics, adolescents and young adults, adults, and older adult patients. Part two presents an approach to common SRH issues that span multiple age groups, including contraception and family planning, sexually transmitted infections and cancer screenings as well as sexual and reproductive health in the setting of common medical conditions. Part three is dedicated to sexual and reproductive health for transgender and gender non-binary patients, including psychosocial, medical, surgical and legal aspects of health. This book provides primary care clinicians with a framework for providing effective sexual and reproductive healthcare to patients of all ages, sexual orientations and gender identities in a way that is inclusive, focuses on health, and addresses the needs unique to specific populations.Trade Review Table of Contents

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Book SynopsisThis practical book focuses on the most recent advances in natural cycle and minimal stimulation in vitro fertilization (IVF).The volume presents the steps that need to be followed to successfully perform these techniques and covers all aspects and competences involved.The book provides information on physiology of folliculogenesis, ovulation, oocytes and luteal phase and based on this information on clinical practice of stimulation, ovulation induction and inhibition, follicle aspiration and luteal phase support in natural cycle and minimal stimulation IVF. In addition costs, risks, success rates and several treatment protocols are provided.An overview of large European, Japanese and American programs and the discussion of clinical cases will complete the coverage of the topic.This practical and easy-to-use guide is a valuable resource for all clinicians performing any kind of IVF techniques.Table of ContentsBasics.- Physiology.- Technical Aspects.- Costs, Risks, Success Rates.- Miscellaneous.- Worldwide Programs.- Case Discussions.

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Book SynopsisThis textbook aims to provide the reader with knowledge and skills on rare sexual medicine conditions. The aim is to increase awareness in healthcare providers so they improve their ability to support their patients suffering from debilitating symptoms - characterized by sexual dysfunction, somatic symptoms, and psychological disorders that persist for an extended period.The available knowledge from the medical literature and clinical experience is summarized, outlining possible pathophysiological mechanisms, and clinical management, including biological-psychological-social contributing factors according to expert opinion, are described.Written by experts in the field, this publication will be a unique scientific collection of multidisciplinary practical and clear information for urologists, gynaecologists, psychiatrists, endocrinologists, neurologists, dermatologists, primary health care professionals and psychologists. The didactical approach will be useful for professionals, residents, and students.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction (Y. Reisman, F. Tripodi, L. Lowenstein).- Chapter 2: The bio-psycho-social approach in sexual medicine disorders (F. Tripodi & Y. Reisman).- Chapter 3: Penile Dysmorphic Disorder (PDD) (J. Yianni, D. Veale).- Chapter 4: Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder/Genitopelvic Dysesthesia (C. Pukall, B. Komisaruk, I. Goldstein).- Chapter 5: Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) (Y. Reisman, J.G. Pfaus, & L. Lowenstein).- Chapter 6: Post-Finasteride Syndrome (M.C. Fierro, F.A. Yafi, Y. Reisman).- Chapter 7: Orgasmic Anhedonia (Heruti RJ, Kamin R, Bitzer J.).- Chapter 8: Headache associated with sexual activity (E. Colonnello, M. Toscano, T.B. Jannini, E.A. Jannini).- Chapter 9: Post-Orgasmic Illness Syndrome (POIS) (Y. Reisman & F. Tripodi).

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Book SynopsisNow in a completely revised and expanded fourth edition, including two new chapters, this user-friendly textbook offers a succinct overview of both the medical and surgical management of reproductive disorders, as well as coverage of associated imaging modalities. Included here are updated chapters on major reproductive endocrinology and infertility issues, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), pubertal disorders, amenorrhea, menopause, management of endometriosis and fibroids (including interventional radiology), laboratory and clinical aspects of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), imaging modalities such as ultrasonography and sonohysterography, hysteroscopic and laparoscopic techniques, an expansion of female infertility and fertility, preimplantation diagnosis and screening, osteoporosis, and contraception and sterilization. Chapters new to this edition discuss third-party reproduction and uterine transplantation. In addition, chapters opens with a list of bulleted key points and end with multiple choice review questions, and most include vibrant clinical case material to illustrate important concepts. Residents, fellows, and new clinicians in obstetrics and gynecology interested in reproductive endocrinology and infertility will find this fourth edition of Clinical Reproductive Medicine and Surgery: A Practical Guide a valuable and focused reference.Table of ContentsHypothalamic-Pituitary-Ovarian Axis and Control of the Menstrual Cycle.- Female and Male Gametogenesis.- Normal Puberty and Pubertal Disorders.- Fertilization and Implantation.- Reproductive Imaging.- Amenorrhea.- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding.- Menopause.- Osteoporosis for the Female Patient.- Male Infertility.- Female Infertility.- Fertility Preservation.- Ovarian Reserve Testing.- Recurrent Early Pregnancy Loss.- Induction of Ovulation.- Assisted Reproductive Technology: Clinical Aspects.- Assisted Reproductive Technology: Laboratory Aspects.- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis and Genetic Screening.- Hysteroscopic Management of Intrauterine Disorders.- Gynecologic Laparoscopy.- Uterine Leiomyomas.- Tubal Disease and Ectopic Pregnancy.- Endometriosis.- Contraception and Sterilization.- Surgical Techniques for Management of Anomalies of the Mullerian Ducts.- Third-party Reproduction.- Uterine Transplantation.

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Book SynopsisThis open access book focuses on of the impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on human reproduction. It comprehensively discusses the three most important topics in the field: the basic biology of EDCs; the effects of EDCs on human reproduction and human reproductive systems; and potential interventions and practical advice for dealing with the problems caused by EDCs.Presenting a translational approach to endocrine disrupting chemicals research, spanning both basic biology and clinical applications, the book provides a critical link between laboratory investigations and clinical practice. Written by international experts in the field, it is a valuable reference resource for gynaecologists, obstetricians, endocrinologists and experts in reproductive medicine, and a useful tool for anyone interested in the impact of the environment on human reproduction.Table of Contents​Introduction to Environmental Pollutants and Human Exposure.- Cellular Mechanisms of Endocrine Disruption.- Endocrine Disruptors, Epigenetic changes and Transgenerational Transmission.- Introduction to Environmental Pollutants and Human Reproduction.- Endocrine Disruption in the Female (PCOS, Early puberty, Endometriosis).- Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and Female Cancer.- Endocrine Disruption in the Male.- Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and Reproductive Outcome.- Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and the Offspring (Prenatal exposure).- Policy Implication and Community Interventions to reduce EDCs Exposure.- Talking with patients and the public about EDCs (+ Video).

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Book SynopsisDie Sexualgeschichte ist keine eigenständige Disziplin, sondern Teilaspekt natur-, geistes- und sozialwissenschaftlicher Fächer sowie häufiges Thema gesellschaftspolitischer Diskussionen. Florian G. Mildenberger zeigt historische Entwicklungen, gesellschaftliche Diskurse und Problemfelder von der Antike bis zur Gegenwart auf, beschreibt sie überblicksartig und stellt weitere Literatur für eigene Studien bereit.​Der Autor:Dr. Florian G. Mildenberger ist Professor am Institut für Geschichte der Medizin der Robert Bosch Stiftung in Stuttgart und forscht vorrangig zu Geschichte, Entstehung und Bedeutung heilkundlicher, sozialer und sexueller Subkulturen im 19./20. Jahrhundert.Trade Review“... Eine besondere Stärke ist, dass Florian Mildenberger zeigt, wie sich politische und medizinische Großereignisse, wie die Unabhängigkeit der USA, der Zusammenbruch des Ostblocks, die Einführung von Antibiotika oder der Antibabypille auf die Auslebbarkeit von Sexualitäten auswirkte ...” (Wolfgang Burgdorf, in: H-Soz-Kult, hsozkult.de, 12. Oktober 2020)“... Die Darstellungen des Bändchens sind überaus dicht und komprimiert angelegt, was der Intention, „[e]ine kurze Einführung“ zu gewährleisten ... und „Literaturhinweise zum Weiterlesen und Studieren“ (ebd.) zu bieten, dennoch mehr als gerecht wird ...” (Maximilian Römer, in: Sexuologie, Jg. 26, Heft 3-4, 2019)Table of ContentsSexualitäten im Wandel der Zeit – Antike, europäisches Mittelalter, von der Renaissance bis ins 19. Jahrhundert.- Sexualitäten zwischen Befreiung und Begrenzung (1850 bis 2000).- Sexualitäten in (Nord)Amerika, Afrika, Asien und Ozeanien.- Die neosexuelle Gegenwart.

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Book SynopsisEinleitende Gedanken.- Das HLA-System.- Einige weitere Faktoren der embryonalen Implantation und ihre Verbindung zur Carcinogenese.- Krebs und Schwangerschaft.- 2 Thesen zur Tumortherapie, eine Anmerkung und Zusammenfassung.

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Book SynopsisThis book focuses on reproductive health rights and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in sub-Saharan Africa. Each chapter is connected to the other by focusing on different aspects of ART as a means of achieving conception.Topics such as regulation of ART practices, surrogacy and specific aspects of ART, which are gradually becoming acceptable but largely unregulated in Africa, promises to be of interest to scholars, researchers and fertility practitioners. Research in the book take a rights based approach and ethical analysis of ART practice in sub-Saharan Africa by authors from diverse backgrounds bringing together law and society perspectives.Readers stand to gain new knowledge on the societal, legal, medical and psychological requirements, effects and challenges of reproductive health rights and ART in the African context. The book is also relevant to UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, given that it promotes and advocates for access to reproductive healthcare for persons who have difficulty or are unable to conceive without medical assistance.Table of Contents- Introduction to Reproductive Health Rights, Reproductive Tourism and Reproductive Technologies in Africa- Oncofertility care as a reproductive health right in developing countries- Investigating the Awareness and Perception of Reproductive Rights among Women of Child Bearing age in Adamawa, Nigeria- Gender relations and reproductive rights in emergencies: Are these indulgences or rights in North East Nigeria?- A Human Rights-Based Perspective to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of African Senior Citizens- Persons with Disabilities’ Knowledge, Accessibility and Barriers to Reproductive Health Facilities in Nigeria- Reproductive Health Rights of Persons with Disability in Nigeria: A legal or cultural deficiency- Religious and Cultural Barriers to Sexual Reproductive Health Rights of Young People in South Africa and Nigeria- Yoruba Culture, Rights and Morality as Panacea for Infertility Problematic- Women’s Right to Reproductive Autonomy: An Examination of Abortion Regulatory Laws in Nigeria- Pluralism of Reproductive Health Norms in West Africa: The Covid-19 Experience and a Path for the Future- Addressing the 3M’s - Morbidity, Mortality and Mental Health of Women in Africa- Reproductive Health Rights, Tourism and Assisted Reproductive Technologies in Africa- Reproductive Health Rights and the Regulation of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) Services in Nigeria- Assisted Reproductive Technology Practice and Regulation in South Africa- Informed Consent and Ethical Considerations in Assisted Reproductive Technology in Nigeria: Options and Challenges- Contract for Gestational Services: Examining the Legal Status and Enforceability of Surrogacy Arrangements in Nigeria- The ethics, legal and social concerns of surrogacy in Nigeria and Ghana- The Role of Data Collection in Developing Adequate Legal Mechanisms for the Practice of Assisted Reproductive Technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa- The Ethical Implication of Cytoplasmic Transfer (Three-Parent Baby) in the UK and Nigeria

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