Endocrinology of the Testis and Male Reproduction

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Simoni, Manuela (Editor), Huhtaniemi, Ilpo T. (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
• Series: Endocrinology,
• Subjects: Medicine.; Endocrinology.; Reproductive medicine.; Andrology.; Medicine & Public Health.; Reproductive Medicine.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of endocrinology of the male reproductive system, explaining how it works and how, sometimes, it fails to work. World-class specialists present state of the art knowledge on all aspects, including anatomy, physiology, molecular biology, genetics, pathophys...

Table of Contents:

• GnRH Action
• Sex Determination
• Testicular Steroidogenesis and Testosterone
• Testis Development and Descent
• Anamnesis and Physical Examination
• The Semen Analysis
• Primary and Secondary Hypogonadism
• Gynecomastia
• Genetics of Male Infertility
• Varicocele
• Assisted Reporduction for Male Infertility
• Male Contraception
• Use, Misuse and Abuse of Androgens
• Ethical Aspects of Male Reproductive Disorders and Their Treatment.