Handbook of Human Oocyte Cryopreservation

ISBN-13: 9780521192392 / Angielski / Twarda / 2012 / 158 str.

Eleonora Porcu

Opis

An indispensable practical tool for embryologists and reproductive medicine specialists seeking to offer their patients this revolutionary treatment option.

Recenzje

'This succinct book addresses all aspects of cryopreservation from the clinical, ethical and practical aspects and, in addition to embryologists, would be of interest to reproductive medicine practitioners, clinicians in other disciplines whose patients might need fertility preservation, and gynaecology trainees and medical students.' The Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Spis treści

Preface; 1. Why freeze human eggs? Clinical and biological indications for human oocyte cryopreservation; 2. Natural history of human oocyte cryopreservation; 3. Clinical management of oocyte cryopreservation; 4. Laboratory management of oocyte cryopreservation; 5. Slow freezing and rapid thawing; 6. Vitrification/warming; 7. Comparison between slow freezing and vitrification: pros and cons; 8. Safety of storage; 9. Database; 10. Physician-embryologists cooperation for optimal management of the oocyte cryopreservation program; 11. Costs; 12. Staff; 13. Secrets and tricks of oocyte cryopreservation; Index.