Durch den Einsatz von Gonadotropin-Releasinghormon (GnRH)- -Analoga in der Behandlung von Endometriose und Uterus myomatosus haben sich f}r die medikament-se Therapie neue M-glichkeiten er-ffnet; im Vergleich zu den bekannten Be- -handlungsformen mit Gestagenen oder Androgenen bedeutet dies eine grunds{tzliche Weiterentwicklung in der Therapie. Neben den allgemeinen Wirkungsprinzipien von GnRH-Analoga werden im vorliegenden Buch aktuelle Ergebnisse aus der klinischen Forschung mit diesen neuen therapeutischen Konzepten zusammenfassend dargestellt.

Contraceptives have always provided ground for controversy. This book describes and discusses latest findings concerning the advantages as well as hazard and risk factors of contraception. The clinical impact of oral contraceptives on metabolism is particularly highlighted. In addition, behavioral methods, intrauterine devices, implants and modern approaches in animal and clinical research in the field of immunization against pregnancy are considered. Last, but not least, the book summarizes the complex ethical, religious and political aspects of family planning and contraception.

Dedication to Professor Dr. med. Dr. h. c. mult. Benno Runnebaum on his 65th Anniversary The name of Benno Runnebaum is closely tied to the status of gynaecological endocrinology and reproductive medicine. Therefore, we would like to dedicate this conference book entitled Fertility Control to him in recognition of his achieve- ments. Who is Benno Runnebaum? Benno Runnebaum was born on 22 July, 1933, in Ruschendorf, Germany. After taking his A-levels, he studied medicine in Munster, Bonn and Cologne. He graduated from Cologne University in 1961 and then prepared his doctoral thesis on the...