Female Reproductive Dysfunction 1st Felice Petraglia Editor by Felice Petraglia (editor), Bart C. Fauser (editor) 9783030147815, 9783030147822, 3030147819, 3030147827 instant download after payment.

The female reproductive system is made up of a complex of anatomical and
physiological structures that have the purpose of controlling the menstrual cycle
and the mechanism of reproduction.
At the base of the female reproductive system is the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovary
axis. The hypothalamus releases GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone) which in
turn stimulates the secretion of LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (folliclestimulating
hormone) at the pituitary level. These hormones then induce the gonadal
secretion of estradiol, progesterone, inhibins, and testosterone, which play an important
role in the regulation of menstrual cycle.
The present volume describes the dysfunction of the menstrual cycle on hormonal
basis: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premature ovarian insufficiency (POI),
prolactin secreting pituitary adenoma, and thyroid disorders. Also systemic disorders
like coagulation defects or metabolic diseases may explain menstrual cycle dysfunction.
The therapeutic use of oral hormonal contraceptives is discussed.
The present book also treats the endocrinology of maternal-placental axis. The
hormonal production of the placenta is fundamental for the establishment and
maintenance of pregnancy. The trophoblast secretes into the maternal circulation
steroids and trophic peptides that are essential for fetal development, for pregnancymaintenance, and parturition. A chapter is also dedicated to the breast disorders and
lactation.
We hope that gynecologists/obstetricians and endocrinologists will benefit from
the present book, entering into the exciting field of physiology and pathology of the
main reproductive pathologies, also encouraging future research in the field.