Human Gametes and Preimplantation Embryos
Subtitle: Assessment and Diagnosis
Publisher: Springer
Published: May 27, 2013
Format: hardcover
Number of pages: 306
ISBN-13: 9781461466505
Description: In recent years, the advancing science and increasing availability of assisted reproduction have given new hope to infertile couples. However, the use of IVF and ART has also led to marked increases in the number of multiple-infant live births. This poses a public health concern, as these neonates have a higher rate of pre-term delivery, compromising their survival chances and increasing their risk of lifelong disability. By optimizing the selection of gametes and embryos with high probabilities of implantation, it is possible to reduce the number of embryos transferred and, by extension, the
Notes: Source title: Human Gametes and Preimplantation Embryos: Assessment and Diagnosis