Biennial Review of Infertility Volume 2, 2011 [Hardcover]

In this second volume, the Biennial Review of Infertility brings together the most up-to-date research and clinical information on male and female infertility, emerging assisted reproductive techniques, and controversial issues in reproductive medicine.? This volume includes discussion of cutting-edge topics such as epigenetics, proteomics, and the role of the environment in fertility, as well as insightful evidence-based discussion of common clinical procedures.? It is the cumulative effort of a preeminent panel of experts presenting each chapter in a clear and well-balanced manner.? Created to provide an ongoing appraisal of current knowledge, the Biennial Review of Infertility stimulates communication amongst all those working to help couples resolve their infertility.

This volume brings together the most up-to-date information on male and female infertility, emerging assisted reproductive techniques, and controversial issues in reproductive medicine. It highlights emerging controversies and contrasting points of view.

Section 1Female Infertility1. Autoimmunity and Female Infertility: Fact versus FictionLawrence N. Odom, Amy M. Cline, and William H. Kutteh2. Minimal Stimulation IVFAhmad O. Hammoud and Mark Gibson3. Current Understanding of Anti-M?llerian HormoneDimitrios G. Goulis, Marina A. Dimitraki and Basil C. Tarlatzis4. The Role of Obesity in ReproductionBarbara Luke, ScD, MPH5. Endometrial Receptivity in Natural and Controlled Ovarian Stimulated CyclesJos? A. Horcajadas, Jos? A. Mart?nez-Conejero and Carlos Sim?n6. Current Understanding of Mullerian Inhibiting SubstanceAntonio La Marca, Giovanna Sighinolfi, and Annibale Volpe7. Evidence-Based Use of Progesterone During IVFElena Hesina Yanushpolsky8. Monozygotic Twinning and Perinatal OutcomesKenneth J. Moise Jr. and Ramesh Papanna9. Multiple Pregnancy Vanishing Twin SyndromeGabriel de la Fuente, Jos? Manuel Puente, Juan A. Garc?a-Velasco and Antonio PellicerSection IIMale Infertility10. ThlÓ#