Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis in Clinical Practice (2014)

Synopsis

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a rapidly advancing field of reproductive genetics. With the significant improvements achieved over the last few years in the understanding of many genetic diseases and in the techniques of molecular genetic testing, new genetic diseases are being added to the list of conditions amenable to PGD almost on a weekly basis. Therefore, the subject of PGD is becoming relevant to a much wider variety of medical disciplines and an increasing number of patients who may wish to know more about this treatment option. This unique book offers a comprehensive yet practical “user-friendly” guide to preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). It provides understanding of and insight into the complete procedure, its recent clinical and laboratory developments and its future prospects, whilst offering an easy point of reference for patient enquiries. Concluding with perspectives on the ethical and social issues often encountered by healthcare professionals counselling patients with regards to PGD. Each chapter within Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis in Clinical Practice is written by established authorities in their fields. An essential resource for PGD specialists and non-specialists, and for all practitioners working within the disciplines of fertility, reproductive medicine and medical genetics.

Copyright:

2014

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781447129486

Related ISBNs:

9781447129479

Publisher:

Springer London

Date of Addition:

08/10/19

Copyrighted By:

Springer London, London

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Health, Mind and Body, Business and Finance, Medicine

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Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Tarek El-Toukhy

Edited by:

Peter Braude