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Principles of Oocyte and Embryo Donation is the definitive textbook on the medical, surgical, legal, and ethical aspects of establishing and maintaining an office-based egg donation program. The editor has assembled an international list of authors with known expertise in this rapidly expanding field. Comphrensive, yet practical, chapters include: * indications and success rates * screening and demographics of recipients and donors * preparation of the endometrium * synchronization of cycles * obstetrical outcomes * risks and complications * gestational carriers * consents and contracts * ethics The clinical steps and procedures are clearly outlined in photographs and line drawings. This book is a must-have reference for all health care providers of ART programs, reproductive endocrinologists, obstetrician- gynecologists, and fellows in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.

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Author:   Mark V. Sauer
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.593kg
ISBN:  

9781461272267

ISBN 10:   1461272262
Pages:   367
Publication Date:   23 October 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. Historical Evolution of Oocyte and Embryo Donation as a Treatment for Intractable Infertility.- 2. Indications, Success Rates, and Outcomes.- 3. Selection and Screening of Potential Oocyte Recipients.- 4. Selection and Screening of Potential Oocyte Donors.- 5. Genetic Aspects of Donor Selection.- 6. Endometrial Preparation.- 7. Synchronization of Donors and Recipients.- 8. Obstetrical Management and Outcome of Oocyte and Embryo Donation.- 9. Complications and Side Effects of Oocyte Donation.- 10. Cost-Effectiveness of Care.- 11. The Role of Ultrasound in Oocyte Donation Programs.- 12. The Endometrial Dynamics Seen in Assisted Reproduction.- 13. Psychological Aspects of Care.- 14. Consents and Contracts.- 15. Ethical Issues in Oocyte and Embryo Donation.- 16. Statutory and Case Law Governing Oocyte and Embryo Donation.- 17. Treating Women of Advanced Reproductive Age.- 18. Alternative Parenting: A Practitioner’s View.- 19. Developments in Embryo and Oocyte Banking.- 20. IVF-Surrogates of Donated Oocytes.- 21. International Perspectives on Oocyte Donation.- 22. The Future of Egg Donation.- 23. Oocyte Donation: Religious Perspectives.

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