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A Textbook of Clinical Embryology

A Textbook of Clinical Embryology

A Textbook of Clinical Embryology

Eliezer Girsh, Barzilai Medical Center, Ashkelon
May 2021
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9781108744386
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    Personnel working in assisted reproductive technology often lack the opportunities for dedicated training in the specialized techniques and technologies required for the procedures. As such, success in the form of live birth rates can range from over 50% to less than 10% per treatment cycle. This comprehensive introductory textbook is an essential resource for trainee embryologists, medical students and nurses. The recent revolutions in biotechnology and molecular biology involved in delivering assisted reproductive services are thoroughly discussed. Basic knowledge such as the development and physiology of both male and female reproductive systems is covered, with practical aspects of IVF including gamete and embryo manipulation, cryopreservation and genetic testing explained in detail. A full description of the optimal structure and management of the IVF laboratory is given, helping ensure procedures are safe and effective. Extensive and highly detailed colour illustrations bring the content to life and aids readers in their understanding.

    • Over sixty detailed colour illustrations bring the content to life, depicting the topics being discussed and helping readers understand the content
    • Includes detailed explanations of basic knowledge such as the development and physiology of male and female reproductive systems and embryo development, giving readers a grounding in the biology behind assisted reproduction
    • Comprehensive guidance on the optimal structure, organisation and management of IVF laboratories helps readers improve their practices and ensure successful procedures

    Reviews & endorsements

    ‘There are extensive and highly detailed color illustrations on high-quality paper…This is a useful handbook for individuals entering the field of embryo handling, storage, and all practical aspects of IVF.’ Brian R. MacPherson, Doody's Book Reviews

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    Product details

    May 2021
    Paperback
    9781108744386
    254 pages
    247 × 188 × 12 mm
    0.56kg
    Available

    Table of Contents

    • Part I. Physiology of Reproduction: Introduction Eliezer Girsh
    • 1. Development of reproductive systems at the embryo stage Eliezer Girsh
    • 2. Reproductive puberty Eliezer Girsh
    • 3. Physiology of the male reproductive system Eliezer Girsh
    • 4. Physiology of the female reproductive system Eliezer Girsh
    • 5. Conception Eliezer Girsh
    • Part II. Assisted Reproductive Procedures:
    • 6. Hormonal ovarian treatment Raoul Orvieto and Eliezer Girsh
    • 7. Luteal support Raoul Orvieto and Eliezer Girsh
    • 8. Ovum pick-up (OPU) Eliezer Girsh
    • 9. In vitro fertilization Eliezer Girsh
    • 10. Embryo culture Eliezer Girsh
    • 11. Embryo transfer Eliezer Girsh and Irina Ayzikovich
    • 12. Cryopreservation Eliezer Girsh
    • 13. In vitro maturation Eliezer Girsh
    • 14. Biopsy of testicles Eliezer Girsh
    • 15. Donation and surrogacy Eliezer Girsh
    • Part III. Genetics and Preimplantation Genetic Testing:
    • 16. Genetics and reproduction Eliezer Girsh
    • 17. Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) Eliezer Girsh and Mira Malcov
    • Part IV. IVF laboratory:
    • 18. Structure and management of IVF laboratory Eliezer Girsh.
      Contributors
    • Eliezer Girsh, Raoul Orvieto, Irina Ayzikovich, Mira Malcov

    • Editor
    • Eliezer Girsh , Barzilai Medical Center, Ashkelon

      Eliezer Girsh is the Senior Clinical Embryologist, IVF laboratory director at the Barzilai Medical Center in Ashkelon, Israel and Andrology laboratory director at Sperm Bank 'CryoBank' in Ramat Ha-Sharon, Israel. Dr Girsh is also CEO of 'ELNAT Reproduction', providing a wide profile of services in ART. Dr Girsh has authored many scientific articles on reproduction and infertility.