Ovulation Induction

This text deals with current diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions in the field of ovulation induction. It also includes recent advances in the understanding of specific pathophysiological processes, such as psychogenic amenorrhea; and special considerations in gonadotropin therapy.

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Leading specialists in ovulation induction review current diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions as well as recent advances in our understanding of specific pathophysiologic processes, including psychogenic amenorrhea, polycystic ovary syndrome, and luteal phase defects and related dysfollicular entities. The contributors present and analyse in depth the cumulative clinical and research experience gained to date with clomiphene citrate, bromocriptine and other dopamine agonists, human menopausal gonadotropins, follicle-stimulating hormone, and GNRH analogues. The book also addresses special considerations in gonadotropin therapy, including the prevention and management of hyperstimulation.