Fibroids and reproduction

The most common abnormal growth of the female reproductive system, fibroids, are thought to affect the majority of women at some point during their reproductive years. This text from leading fibroid experts looks at the latest evidence on how the problem impinges on reproduction and the most up-to-date management and treatment options available to help patients with fibroids hoping to conceive. Print versions of this book also include access to the eBook version with links to procedural videos.

Cover -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Contributors -- 1. Fibroids and Reproduction: A Bird's-Eye View -- Introduction -- Classification -- Diagnosis -- Fertility -- Conception -- Miscarriage -- In Vitro Fertilization Outcome -- References -- 2. Fibroids and Assisted Reproduction Technology -- Introduction -- Risk Factors -- Classification -- Fibroid and Assisted Reproduction Technology Outcomes: Current Evidence -- Subserosal Fibroids -- Intramural Fibroids -- Submucosal Fibroids -- Treatment of Fibroids from the Fertility Aspect -- Surgical Treatment

Surgery for Submucosal Fibroids -- Surgery for Intramural Fibroids -- Alternatives to Surgical Interference -- Uterine Artery Embolization -- GnRH Agonists -- Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulators -- Algorithms for Fibroid Management -- Type 0 Myomas -- Type 1 and 2 Myomas -- Types 3 through 5 Myomas (Single or Multiple) -- Conclusion -- References -- 3. Fibroids and Endometrial Receptivity/Embryo Implantation -- Introduction -- Implantation -- Normal Steps of Implantation -- Endometrial Receptivity -- Fibroids and Endometrial Receptivity -- Mechanical Disruptors

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