Overview

Without a doubt, the rapid growth and variety of assisted reproduction techniques (ART) has been a major factor in the increasing number of twins, and particularly, of higher-multiple births throughout the developed world. Almost one of every two twin pairs and the vast majority of higher-order multiples now result from the implementation of (ART). These iatrogenic multiple pregnancies threaten the health of mothers and their families and need to be understood by clinicians. Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy: Clinical Implications covers the full range of contemporary issues involved in iatrogenic multiple pregnancy. The text spans the spectrum from the highly pragmatic, as illustrated by how to avoid multiple gestation in ovulation induction, to the more esoteric and less well defined, as illustrated by the economic ramifications. The body of knowledge in this field is growing rapidly but has rarely been reviewed as a whole. This book brings together leading experts from all over the world to provide a critical and comprehensive overview of all aspects of the subject that are likely to be of significance to physicians. The text contains a wealth of information for professionals advising or caring for couples who are undergoing treatment that could result in a multiple pregnancy, as well as for those actually experiencing one or coping with their immediate family. Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy: Clinical Implications serves as a rich and invaluable resource that will enable you to provide the knowledgeable support these families need.

Full Product Details

Author:   Isaac Blickstein (Kaplan Medical Center, Rehovot, Israel) ,  L.G. Keith (The Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA) ,  Isaac Blickstein
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Informa Healthcare
Dimensions:   Width: 19.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   1.030kg
ISBN:  

9781850707264

ISBN 10:   185070726
Pages:   330
Publication Date:   15 January 2001
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

The Spectrum of Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy, I. Blickstein and L.G. Keith The Risk of Monzygotic Twinning, R. Derom, C. Derom, and R. Vlietinck The Natural History of High-Order Multiples, S.T. Chasen Avoiding Multiple Pregnancy after Ovulation Induction Therapy, Z. Shoham Avoiding Multiple Pregnancy after Assisted Reproductive Technologies, L.L. Veeck, O.K. Davis, and Z. Rosenwaks Maternal Complications, E.D. Gurewitsch Prophylactic Measures against Preterm Delivery, O.P. Bleker The Early Recognition of Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy, S.T. Chasen and D.W. Skupski Obstetric Considerations of Premium Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy, J.M. Colon, J.J. Apuzzio, H.E. Evans, J.C. Sama, and L. Iffy Selective Termination of the Malformed Fetus, D. Grisaru and S. Lipitz Multifetal Pregnancy Reduction, M.I. Evans, Y. Yaron, A. Drugan, A. Johnson, and H.R. Belkin Genetic Evaluation, T.M. Jenkins and R.J. Wapner Reduced and Non-Reduced Twin Pregnancies: Are They the Same? M. Smith-Levitin Economic Considerations, J.E. Hall and T.L. Callahan Long-Term Health and Psychosocial Outcomes, B.A. Akerman Education for Parents, E. Bryan and J. Denton The Transition to Parenthood, S.C. Klock Selected Religious Commentaries, J.G. Schenker Legal Implications, N. Wiechner and V. Samuels Ethical Considerations, F.A. Chervenak and L.B. McCullough Special Considerations Color plates Index

Reviews

We liked the way they let their contributors express clear opinionsThe book is unusually illustrated with striking, non-scientific, black and white photographs (mostly of twins) which adorn each chapter and the coverThose with a particular interest in this area will wish to read IATROGENIC MULTIPLE PREGNANCY cover to cover. It will also be a valuable occasional reference for any specialist involved in reproductive, fetal, or maternal medicine as well as for neonatologists and some midwives. -Alyson Hunter and Peter Soothill, Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, October 2001

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