Main description:

Providing the latest evidence-based information on etiology, evaluation and treatment, this unique text provides an in-depth, comprehensive discussion of the epidemiology, genetic and endocrinologic factors and medical and surgical management of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Taking a multidisciplinary approach including psychological treatment and patient perspectives, all aspects of current RPL prevention and treatment are elucidated. Detailed chapters provide real-world illustrative material and cover the set-up and management of RPL clinics and databases, containing practical tips. Recurrent Pregnancy Loss will be an excellent resource for OB-GYN specialists, general and reproductive endocrinologists, radiologists, hematologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, and any other investigators or clinicians treating patients confronted with this emotionally and physically trying condition.

Contents:

Part I: Introduction to Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.- Recurrent pregnancy loss: definitions,
epidemiology, and prognosis.- Implantation, Physiology of Placentation.- Part II: Causes of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.- Endocrine abnormalities in RPL.- Genetics of recurrent pregnancy
loss.- Inherited
and Acquired Thrombophilias and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes.- Immunological causes of recurrent pregnancy loss.- Anatomical aspects in recurrent pregnancy loss.- Male Factors in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.- Lifestyle and RPL.- The common characteristics between Infertility and recurrent
pregnancy loss.- Part III: Management of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss. Contemporary Prevention and treatment of recurrent
pregnancy loss.- Part IV: Psychological and Supporting Aspects of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.- The healthcare giver's perspective -
The importance of emotional support for women with recurrent RPL.- A Patient's Perspective.- Part V: The Future.- New Frontiers in RPL research and treatment.