Ovarian Stimulation

Description:

Ovarian stimulation is the starting point of reproductive medicine but the procedure can result in adverse reactions particularly the dangerous ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Fully revised in line with modern practice of ovarian stimulation, this new edition is divided into six sections that cover mild forms, non-conventional forms, IVF, complications and their management, alternatives, and the practicalities of procedures. All aspects of ovarian stimulation are discussed including the different stimulation protocols from which to choose, the management of poor responders and hyper-responders, as well as stimulation in patients with PCOS. Comprehensively reviewing the modern approach to ovarian stimulation, the alternative procedures are also described, both in IVF and other methods of assisted reproduction. Written by leading experts on reproductive health and fertility, this book will assist infertility specialists, gynecologists, reproductive endocrinologists and radiologists in determining successful treatment for their patients.

Table of Contents:

Preface to the first edition

Preface to the second edition

Section 1 Mild Forms of Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 1 Oral Agents for Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 2 Ovulation Induction for Anovulatory Patients

Chapter 3 Ovarian Hyperstimulation in Combination with Intrauterine Insemination

Chapter 4 Mild Approaches in Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 5 The Case against Mild Stimulation Protocols

Section 2 Ovarian Hyperstimulation for IVF

Chapter 6 GnRH Agonists for Ovarian Hyperstimulation

Chapter 7 Role of GnRH Antagonist in Assisted Reproduction

Chapter 8 Gonadotropins in Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 9 Egg Donation: Implications for Counseling Donor and Recipient, Donor Preparation, and Reci

Chapter 10 Progestin-Primed Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 11 Ovarian Stimulation in Poor Responders

Section 3 Difficulties and Complications of Ovarian Stimulation and Implantation

Chapter 12 Ovarian Stimulation in Difficult IVF Cases

Chapter 13 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Ovulation Induction Strategies

Chapter 14 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Controlled Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 15 Prevention of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

Chapter 16 Treatment of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

Chapter 17 How to Individualize Ovarian Stimulation Protocols to Avoid Difficulties and Complication

Chapter 18 Endometrial Receptivity

Chapter 19 Folliculogenesis and Implantation Failure

Section 4 Non-conventional Forms Used during Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 20 Adjuncts for Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 21 Luteinizing Hormone Supplementation during Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 22 Ovulation Induction for Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism

Section 5 Alternatives to Ovarian Hyperstimulation and Delayed Transfer

Chapter 23 Hyperprolactinemia

Chapter 24 Ovarian Cautery for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Chapter 25 Elective Freeze-All Embryos Policy

Section 6 Procedures before, during, and after Ovarian Stimulation

Chapter 26 Ultrasound Monitoring for Ovulation Induction: Pitfalls and Problems

Chapter 27 The Use of GnRH Agonists to Trigger Final Oocyte Maturation during Controlled Ovarian Sti

Chapter 28 The Luteal Phase Support in In Vitro Fertilization

Chapter 29 Luteal Phase Support Other than Progesterone

Chapter 30 Ovarian Reserve as a Guide for Ovarian Stimulation

Index