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Gametes - The Oocyte

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Gametes - The Oocyte

Gametes - The Oocyte

J. G. Grudzinskas, The Royal London Hospital
J. L. Yovich, PIVET Medical Centre, Perth
July 1995
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9780521479950
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    This volume, and its companion volume on the spermatozoon, provide an authoritative and wide ranging account of the gametes and their reproductive role and function in humans. Acknowledged authorities from around the world contribute a detailed and timely account of the oocyte. The volume starts with an evolutionary perspective before focusing on the molecular and cellular biology of the oocyte and its structure and function. The development and maturation of the oocyte is fully dealt with to include the endocrine and paracrine regulation of ovarian function. Practical issues such as oocyte storage and ovarian stimulation are also fully covered. The causes of female infertility are also an important theme. The volume concludes with a thought provoking chapter on ethical considerations. The volume will be an essential source of information for all clinicians and scientists with an interest in human reproduction.

    • Wide ranging in its coverage: from evolutionary through to ethical aspects
    • Provides valuable background information on female infertility and its treatment

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    '... many clinicians and scientists in this field of human reproduction will find this book interesting ... clearly there are chapters that make for refreshing reading'. S.T. Homa, Experimental Physiology

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    July 1995
    Paperback
    9780521479950
    456 pages
    246 × 174 × 21 mm
    0.935kg
    104 b/w illus. 21 tables
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    Contents

    Table of Contents

    • 1. Evolution of human gametes - oocytes C. R. Austin
    • 2. Molecular and cellular aspects of oocyte development R. G. Gosden and M. Bownes
    • 3. Cytoskeletal organisation and dynamics in mammalian oocytes during maturation and fertilization Gerry Schatten
    • 4. Oocyte - genetic aspects M. Plachot
    • 5. Genetic control of ovarian development Joe Leigh Simpson
    • 6. Ovulation 1 - Oocyte development throughout life R. G. Gosden
    • 7. Ovulation 2 - The control of mammalian oocyte maturation S. M. Downs
    • 8. Ovulation 3 - Endocrinology of ovulation W. L. Ledge and D. T. Baird
    • 9. Ovulation 4 - Paracrine regulation of ovarian function M. T. Seppälä
    • 10. Oocyte transport H. B. Croxatto and M. Villalon
    • 11. Factors affecting oocyte quality H. B. Croxatto and M. Villalon
    • 12. Clinical disorders affecting ovulation and oocyte quality G. R. Hull
    • 13. Ovarian stimulation for assisted conception J. L. Yovich
    • 14. The zona pellucida M. Patterson and J. Aitken
    • 15. Oocyte storage Safa Al-Hasani and Klaus Diedrich
    • 16. Bioethics and the oocyte: reproductive choice R. P. S. Janssen.
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    • C. R. Austin, R. G. Gosden, M. Bownes, Gerry Schatten, M. Plachot, Joe Leigh Simpson, S. M. Downs, W. L. Ledger, Professor D. T. Baird, M. T. Seppälä, H. B. Croxatto, Dr M. Villalon, R. Homburg, M. Shelef, G. R. Hull, J. L. Yovich, M. Patterson, J. Aitken, Safa Al-Hasani, Klaus Diedrich, R. P. S. Janssen

      • Editors
    • J. G. Grudzinskas , The Royal London Hospital
    • J. L. Yovich , PIVET Medical Centre, Perth

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