Overview

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:   M.V. Sauer (University of New York, New York, USA)
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   1998 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.722kg
ISBN:  

9780387949604

ISBN 10:   0387949607
Pages:   385
Publication Date:   27 March 1998
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Historical Evolution of Oocyte and Embryo Donation As a Treatment For Intractable Infertility.- Indications, Success Rates and Outcomes.- Selection and Screening of Potential Recipients.- Selection and Screening of Potential Donors.- Genetic Aspects of Donor Selection.- Endometrial Preparation.- Synchrozination of Donors and Recipients.- Obstetrical Considerations.- Complications.- Cost Effectiveness of Care.- Ultrasound's Role in Preparation and Surveillance.- Endometrial Dynamics Seen in Assisted Reproduction.- Psychological Aspects of Care.- Consents and Contracts.- Ethics.- Statutory and Case Law Governing Oocyte and Embryo Donation.- Treating Women of Advanced Age.- Alternative Planning.- Developments in Embryo and Oocyte Banking.- Gestational Surrogacy International Views and Practices.- Future Directions.- Oocyte Donation: Religious Perspectives.

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