Biotechnology of Human Reproduction

Since the birth of the first successful IVF baby over twenty years ago, the field of assisted reproduction has grown exponentially. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis, gamete and embryo freezing, and embryo cloning are only a few examples of reproductive biotechnologies that have stimulated a worldwide debate. Biotechnology of Human Reproduction presents an up-to-date basis for this debate. The book supplies a complete overview of how new biotechnologies benefit human reproductive medicine, from the viewpoints of both basic research and clinical application. The book explores the most relevant issues in the field, including reproductive genetics, biology, pharmacology, endocrinology, surgery, and assisted reproduction technology. In each chapter, scientists and clinicians give insight into a particular aspect of human reproduction. The science and technology in this field has expanded beyond all expectations, and will only continue to grow. The wealth of information available and the continuing growth in this field creates a continuing need for up-to-date knowledge. Biotechnology of Human Reproduction provides an expert and comprehensive overview of the field as it is understood and practiced today, and in the future.

PHYSIOLOGY OF HUMAN REPRODUCTION
New Insights into Gametogenesis, Sperm migration, Fertilization and Implantation in Humans, A. Revelli, F. Poso, and I. Tur-Kaspa
Ovarian Aging, Decline in Fertility Potential and Diminishing 'Ovarian Reserve', J. Holte

PHARMACOLOGY OF ASSISTED REPRODUCTION
Synthesis and Pharmacology of Recombinant Follicle Stimulating Hormone, H.J. Out
GnRH: Synthesis, Pharmacology and Clinical Applications in Human Reproduction, D. Leivin, A. Weissman, and Z. Shoham
The Role of Luteinizing Hormone in Ovulation Induction for Assisted Reproductive Technologies, G.N. Allahbadia and A. Phadnis
Ovulation Induction Strategies in Women with Polycystic ovary Syndrome, G. Gennarelli, M. Massobrio, and J. Holte

HUMAN SEMINOLOGY
Human Seminology: Semen Examination and in vitro Evaluation of Human Seminal Cells, A. Makler
Assessment Techniques and Clinical Significance of Antisperm Antibodies (ASA), A. Lenzi, F. Lombardo, L. Gandini, and F. Dondero
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology of the Testis, C. Foresta, A. Bettella, M. Rossato, and D. Spolaore
Sperm Testing by Hyaluronic Acid Binding: Andrologic Laboratory Assessment and Sperm Selection for ICSI, G. Huszar, A. Jakab, C. Celik-Ozenci, D. Sakkas, T. Kovacs, and L. Vigue

TECHNOLOGIES FOR HUMAN IN VITRO FERTILIZATION
IVF in Humans: Technologies for Oocyte Retrieval, in vitro Insemination and Embryo Transfer, V. Karande and N. Gleicher
In vitro Processing of Human Sperm for Assisted Reproduction, M. Rossato, C. Galeazzi, and C. Foresta
Culture Media for the Human Embryo, D.K. Gardner and M. Lane
Quality Assessment of Human Embryos: State of the Art and Future Perspectives, L.C. Krey

CRYOBIOLOGY OF HUMAN REPRODUCTION
Technology for the Cryopreservation of Human Embryos and Gametes, E. Porcu, P.M. Ciotti, R. Fabbri, G. Damiano, A. Scarano , and S. Venturoli
Cryopreservation of Testicular Tissue, O. Hovatta
Cryopreservation of Ovarian Tissue, R. Fabbri, G. Bracone, C. Iannascoli and S. Venturoli

IN VITRO MATURATION OF HUMAN GAMETES
In vitro Maturation of Human Spermatozoa: An Update, J. Tesarik, C. Mendoza, and E. Greco
In vitro Maturation of Human Follicles and Oocytes, G.M. Hartshorne

GENETICS OF HUMAN REPRODUCTION
Genetic Factors of Female Infertility, V,N. Zaporozhan and R.V. Sobolev
Molecular Biology of the Human Y Chromosome, M. Kent-First
Preimplantation Genetics in Human Embryology, L. Gianaroli, M.C. Magli, Al. Di Gregorio, and A.P. Ferraretti

MICROMANIPULATION TECHNIQUES IN HUMAN IVF
Micromanipulation Techniques in Human Infertility: PZD, SUZI, ICSI, MESA, PESA, FNA, and TESE, F. Ubaldi and L. Rienzi
Techniques for Embryo Manipulation in Human Reproduction: Assisted Hatching, Fragment Removal, Cytoplasmic Transfer, Nuclear Transfer, F. Moffa, J. Zhang, and A. Revelli

NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN HUMAN INFERTILITY
Modern Transcervical Techniques for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Tubal Obstruction, I. Tur-Kaspa
The ART of Imaging: Three-Dimensional Ultrasound in A.R.T., I. Tur-Kaspa, S. Segal, and E. Zohav
Endoscopic Technologies in Human Infertility, G.B. La Sala, M.T. Villani, and S. Gambino
Laser Techniques in Assisted Reproductive Technologies, Y. Tadir
Transgenic Models for the Study of Human Reproduction, K.H. Burns and M.M. Matzuk

STEM CELLS BIOTECHNOLOGY IN HUMAN REPRODUCTION
Human Embryonic Stem Cells and Embryo Cloning, M. Amit, E. Suss-Toby, D. Manor, and J. Itskovitz-Eldor
Transplantation of Male Germ Line Stem Cells: A Technique for Man? S. Schlatt