- The book covers all aspects of RPL in detail
- Chapters cover the latest evidence based approach in diagnosis and management of RPL
- Easy to follow algorithms and key points in each chapter
- Chapters will be supplemented with ample illustrations and figures
- Special section covers the controversies in RPL
- Clinical approach to RPL will be discussed with case scenarios
- A separate section titled beyond convention covers special apects related to RPL
This book covers the entire topic of recurrent miscarriage extensively. Chapters cover demographics to recent and future management options. A special section on the role of controversial strategies has also been included.
Lastly, the book features dedicated chapters on evidence-based approaches, which include step-by-step algorithms for the reader’s convenience.
Table of Contents- Background and epidemiology.-
- Definitions.-
- Normal implantation, fetal development and placentation.-
- Normal immune function-
- Journey of the fetus.-
- Immunology and pregnancy loss.-
- Evolving role of genetics in RPL.-
- Hormonal abnormalities in women with recurrent losses.-
- Uterine factors and anatomic considerations.-
- Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome.-
- Hereditary thrombophilia.-
- Microbiology of RPL.-
- Impact of male factors.-
- Unexplained recurrent miscarriage: A dilemma.-
- Psychological factors and stress in RPL.-
- Evidence based clinical and investigative work up of RPL couples.-
- Evidence based management of RPL.-
- Establishing a one-stop RPL Clinic.-
- Role of Imaging.- Fetal autopsy and placental examination as a complementary tool.-
- Inflammatory markers and proteomic analysis.-
- Emotional support and psychological care of RPL couple.-
- Pregnancy after RPL.-
- Future research strategies and directions.-
- Progestogens/ hCG supplementation: A vital role.- Cervical cerclage: does it help?.-
- Immunotherapy for recurrent miscarriage.-
- Preimplantation gentic diagnosis to improve pregnancy outcome.-
- Termination of failed pregnancy: Surgical vs medical method.-
- Obesity and its association with RPL.-
- Minimally invasive surgery: diagnostic and therapeutic role.-
- Non pharmacologic treatment.
