Clinical Management of Pregnancies following ART

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This book provides a practical overview of the clinical management of assisted reproduction treatment (ART), ranging from pre-pregnancy care through pregnancy, to birth and beyond.
ART is increasingly used worldwide as it offers the greatest chances of success among currently available fertility treatment options, regardless of the cause of infertility. Over the last two decades, there have been considerable advances in the field of ART, and its use has become much more accessible.
Clinical Management of Pregnancies following ART discusses the importance of understanding potential risks and problems, the psychological impact on prospective parents, and the available choices for parents. It is a useful guide for all health professionals involved in the care of women undergoing ART.   

This book provides a detailed overview of the possible risks associated with ART pregnancies and their clinical management. 
While most pregnancies following Assisted Reproduction Treatment (ART) will progress normally and without any complications to mother or baby, some women who conceive after ART as well as their babies are at increased risk of pregnancy complications. There are some schools of thoughts proposing pregnancies following IVF should be regarded as being “high risk” and requires special attention. There are various reasons why ART pregnancies may be at higher risk – Female and male age factor, increased chance of multiple pregnancies, underlying cause of subfertility (pelvic pathology, uterine pathology, endometrial dysfunction) and potential increase in birth defects. 
This is an essential read for obstetricians, fertility specialists and Post-graduate trainees.
Provides a detailed overview of the possible risks associated with ART pregnancies and their clinical management Dedicated sections for pre-pregnancy care including the psychological component of the periconceptual period Addresses ongoing developments in assisted reproductive technologies and pregnancy outcome

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Kanna Jayaprakasan

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ART Assisted Reproduction Techniques IVF In-vitro Fertilization Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection Multiple Pregnancy maternal and child health

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Selected as "Highly Commended" in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at BMA Medical Book Awards for 2017.

“This should be on the shelf of every labour ward lead in the country. It is clear and well-written with good references. It includes lots of useful detail and addresses an unmet need.” (BMA Medical Book Awards, September, 2017)

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