In vitro fertilization : the A.R.T. of making babies (assisted reproductive technology)
Title:
In vitro fertilization : the A.R.T. of making babies (assisted reproductive technology)
Author:
Sher, Geoffrey, 1943-
Personal Author:
Edition:
4th ed., updated and rev.
Publication Information:
New York : Skyhorse Pub., [2013]
©2013
Physical Description:
394 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Summary:
Explores the range of options available to infertile couples, focusing on couple eligibility and program selection.
General Note:
Includes index.
Language:
English
Contents:
The growing dilemma of infertility -- The anatomy and physiology of reproduction -- Natural conception and IVF : two pathways to pregnancy -- IVF step 1 : preparation for IVF treatment -- IVF step 2 : controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) -- IVF step 3 : egg retrieval -- IVF step 4 : embryo transfer -- The five ultimatums for successful IVF candidates -- Other conditions that compromise fertility -- Is IVF the most appropriate option? -- Shaping realistic expectations about IVF -- How to find the right IVF program -- IUI, GIFT, and other alternatives to IVF -- Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) -- Other options for couples with intractable infertility -- Miscellaneous considerations -- The nine most common questions and concerns about IVF -- Putting the IVF house in order.
ISBN:
9781620876060
Format :
Book
