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Intrauterine insemination (IUI), also known as artificial insemination, is a fertility treatment that uses a catheter to place washed sperm directly into the uterus. Its aim is to increase the number of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes and subsequently increase the chances of fertilisation (American Pregnancy Association).This book is part of the Infertility Management series. Beginning with an overview of Intrauterine Insemination, the following chapters guide readers step by step through the process, from basic science to clinical application. Ethical, psychosocial and medicolegal aspects are also covered.Written by an internationally recognised author and editor team, this useful manual serves as a quick reference guide and includes photographs, illustrations and tables to enhance learning.Key pointsPart of the Infertility Management SeriesPresents complete overview of intrauterine inseminationIncludes chapters on ethical, psychosocial and medicolegal aspectsInternationally recognised author and editor team

Infertility Management Series Practical Management of Male Infertility is a practical handbook providing useful, practical pointers for the management of male sub-fertility.The book begins with a chapter on the implications of the new WHO manual for semen analysis, followed by common queries from the clinician, such as other sperm tests that can help in clinical decision-making.Other topics covered include medical treatment for oligo-astheno-teratozoospermia, controversies, indications for surgery and expected outcomes in men with varicoceles, and changing paradigms in diagnostic and therapeutic approach to an azoospermic male. The final chapter describes various techniques for sperm retrieval and reconstructive surgery for obstructive azoospermia, together with indications and advantages of each method.This concise and comprehensive book brings together the most current and relevant information on the subject of male infertility, making it an important text for gynaecologists, infertility practitioners and specialists.Key PointsPart of the Infertility Management SeriesConcise and practical handbook for busy practitioners150 full colour imagesEdited by a team of international experts in the field

Part of the recognised Infertility Management Series, this handbook is a complete guide to ovarian stimulation.Beginning with an overview of the physiology of gonadotropins, the following chapters discuss ways in which clinicians may better predict ovarian response to stimulation and how to select and tailor appropriate protocols.The book covers both oral and injectable agents for stimulation, and protocols for IVF and IUI, egg donors, oncofertility patients, and for low ovarian response. The final chapter details complications in ovarian stimulation, and their prevention and management.Other titles in the series include: Investigating Infertility, Intrauterine Insemination, Practical Management of Male Infertility, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.Key pointsPart of Infertility Management Series providing complete guide to ovarian stimulationHelps clinicians better predict ovarian response and select appropriate treatment protocolsCovers oral and injectable agents for different patient groupsEdited by recognised team of experts in reproductive medicine

Part of the recognised Infertility Management Series, this handbook is a complete guide to basic laboratory procedures in assisted reproductive technology (ART).The book guides clinicians step by step through the processes, beginning with discussion on semen analysis, cryopreservation of semen samples, and semen selection, to embryo culture, selection and transfer, and oocyte and embryo vitrification.The final chapters cover time-lapse imaging - a new technology for embryo development, design and equipment for the laboratory, and future developments in ART laboratory procedures, including the development of gametes from stem cells.Compiled by a recognised team of editors and contributors, the text is enhanced by clinical photographs, illustrations and tables.Other titles in the series include: Investigating Infertility, Intrauterine Insemination, Practical Management of Male Infertility, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Handbook of Ovarian Stimulation, and Abnormalities of the Pelvis.Key pointsPart of Infertility Management Series providing complete guide to basic laboratory procedures in ARTGuides clinicians step by step through the various processesHighly illustrated with photographs, diagrams and tablesEdited by recognised team of experts in reproductive medicine

Part of the recognised Infertility Management Series, this handbook is a complete guide to fertility-related abnormalities of the pelvis.Divided into ten sections, the book covers numerous abnormalities, including fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, genital tuberculosis, and other disorders known to have a detrimental effect on the outcome of assisted reproductive treatment.The text concludes with discussion on gynaecological cancer and fertility preservation options.Edited by recognised experts in the field, led by Madrid-based Juan A Garcia-Velasco, the book is further enhanced by clinical photographs, diagrams and tables.Other titles in the series include: Investigating Infertility, Intrauterine Insemination, Practical Management of Male Infertility, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and Ovarian Stimulation.Key pointsPart of Infertility Management Series providing complete guide to fertility-related pelvic abnormalitiesIncludes discussion on gynaecological cancer and fertility preservationEdited by recognised team of experts in reproductive medicineFeatures clinical photographs, diagrams and tables

This book is a practical guide to the detection, diagnosis and treatment of infertility.Beginning with an overview of human reproduction, the importance of accurate history taking and examination, and general preconception evaluation, the following chapters discuss the different investigational methods in the assessment of female infertility.The final sections examine male infertility and the role of semen analysis in understanding the potential of fertility. Genetic, environmental and behavioural risk factors are also covered.This comprehensive text is enhanced by clinical images, diagrams and tables.Key PointsPractical guide to detection, diagnosis and treatment of infertilityCovers assessment of both female and male infertilityCovers genetic, environmental and behavioural risk factorsEnhanced by clinical images, diagrams and tables

Part of the Infertility Management Series, this book is a concise guide to the diagnosis and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), caused by an imbalance of hormones in women, often leading to infertility if untreated.Beginning with an overview of prevalence, symptoms, genetics and physiology, the following sections examine different treatment options, from lifestyle management, to ovulation induction and surgical management. The final chapters discuss ART in women with PCOS, identification and treatment of ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome, and long term effects and metabolic syndrome.Edited by recognised experts in the field, the book is enhanced by clinical images and figures.Other titles in the Infertility Management Series include: Practical Management of Male Infertility, Intrauterine Insemination, and Investigating Infertility.Key PointsPractical guide to diagnosis and management of PCOSPart of Infertility Management SeriesCovers all treatment methods, from lifestyle management, to surgical  proceduresEdited by recognised experts in the field