Ultrasound in Assisted Reproduction and Early Pregnancy

Description:

This text offers a succinct overview of the essential clinical applications of ultrasound in infertility management. It will be of benefit to established practitioners in reproductive medicine, as it details the aspects of quality, safety, training, and certification that help improve standards of practice. Those in training or with a special interest in fertility issues will also find it essential reading.

Table of Contents:

1. Ultrasound in Assisted Reproductive Technology: Anatomy and Core Examination Skills

2. Basic and Technical Aspects of Ultrasound

3. The Uterus

4. The Ovaries and the Adnexa

5. Uterine Cavity Assessment (Saline Hysterosonography)

6. Tubal Patency Assessment (Focusing on Hysterosalpingo-Contrast Sonography)

7. The Infertile Male

8. Ultrasonographic Monitoring of Follicle Growth in Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation

9. Oocyte Pick-Up Technique

10. Embryo Transfer

11. Ultrasound Features of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

12. Ultrasound-Guided Intervention in Assisted Reproductive Technology

13. Implantation and In Utero Growth

14. Sonoembryology

15. Assisted Reproductive Technology and Multiple Pregnancy

16. Miscarriage and Gestational Trophoblastic Disease

17. Ectopic Pregnancy and Pregnancy of Unknown Location

18. Quality Aspects of Ultrasound

19. Safety Aspects of Ultrasound Scanning

20. Ultrasound Training in Assisted Reproduction and Early Pregnancy

21. Training and Certification

Index