Andrology: Male reproductive health and dysfunction

Abstract

This is the 3rd, totally revised edition of a well-known textbook that continues to represent the gold standard in the literature on clinical andrology. It examines in depth all aspects of male reproductive health, encompassing the basic physiology of male reproductive function and a wide range of disorders. Each of the chapters is written by outstanding experts in the field. Among the topics covered are: Testicular function Sperm maturation and fertilization Diagnostic procedures Infertility Primary and secondary hypogonadism Late-onset hypogonadism Erectile dysfunction Genetic disorders Environmental influences Psychology and sexual medicine Testosterone therapy Assisted reproduction: TESE and ICSI Cryopreservation Male contraception Ethics in andrology This volume will serve as a textbook for the newcomer to andrology, while providing the experienced physician with a valuable reference work. It will appeal to all who are concerned with male reproductive health: Andrologists Urologists Endocrinologists Gynecologists Internists Pediatricians Basic scientists. © Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2010.