Gametes - The Oocyte
Part of Cambridge Reviews in Human Reproduction
- Editors:
- J. G. Grudzinskas, The Royal London Hospital
- J. L. Yovich, PIVET Medical Centre, Perth
- Date Published: September 1995
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521479950
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This volume, and its companion volume on the spermatozoon, provide an authoritative and wide ranging account of the gametes and their reproductive role and function in humans. Acknowledged authorities from around the world contribute a detailed and timely account of the oocyte. The volume starts with an evolutionary perspective before focusing on the molecular and cellular biology of the oocyte and its structure and function. The development and maturation of the oocyte is fully dealt with to include the endocrine and paracrine regulation of ovarian function. Practical issues such as oocyte storage and ovarian stimulation are also fully covered. The causes of female infertility are also an important theme. The volume concludes with a thought provoking chapter on ethical considerations. The volume will be an essential source of information for all clinicians and scientists with an interest in human reproduction.
Read more- Wide ranging in its coverage: from evolutionary through to ethical aspects
- Provides valuable background information on female infertility and its treatment
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'... many clinicians and scientists in this field of human reproduction will find this book interesting ... clearly there are chapters that make for refreshing reading'. S.T. Homa, Experimental Physiology
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- Date Published: September 1995
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521479950
- length: 456 pages
- dimensions: 246 x 174 x 21 mm
- weight: 0.935kg
- contains: 104 b/w illus. 21 tables
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
1. Evolution of human gametes - oocytes C. R. Austin
2. Molecular and cellular aspects of oocyte development R. G. Gosden and M. Bownes
3. Cytoskeletal organisation and dynamics in mammalian oocytes during maturation and fertilization Gerry Schatten
4. Oocyte - genetic aspects M. Plachot
5. Genetic control of ovarian development Joe Leigh Simpson
6. Ovulation 1 - Oocyte development throughout life R. G. Gosden
7. Ovulation 2 - The control of mammalian oocyte maturation S. M. Downs
8. Ovulation 3 - Endocrinology of ovulation W. L. Ledge and D. T. Baird
9. Ovulation 4 - Paracrine regulation of ovarian function M. T. Seppälä
10. Oocyte transport H. B. Croxatto and M. Villalon
11. Factors affecting oocyte quality H. B. Croxatto and M. Villalon
12. Clinical disorders affecting ovulation and oocyte quality G. R. Hull
13. Ovarian stimulation for assisted conception J. L. Yovich
14. The zona pellucida M. Patterson and J. Aitken
15. Oocyte storage Safa Al-Hasani and Klaus Diedrich
16. Bioethics and the oocyte: reproductive choice R. P. S. Janssen.
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