Marshall’s Physiology of Reproduction

Abstract

The increasing impact of new information on the repro- ductive physiology of humans is well reviewed and this aspect amplifies the valu- able interrelationship which exists between those working experimentally with farm and laboratory species and those engaged in the control of reproduction and assisted concep- tion in humans. The comparative aspects of placentation, embryo and fetal development, the initiation of parturition and lactation are extensively reviewed. It is our established editorial policy to seek contributions from the most eminent inter- national authorities. This I trust we have achieved in full measure. I acknowledge and welcome the contributions made by the authors from Australia, New Zealand, Israel, the United States of America, as well as those from the UK.