Asim Kurjak

- The question 'when did human life begin? Has been challenging Philosophers, scientists, religious and political leaders since hundreds of years. - On sept. 29, 2007, the academy of medical sciences of croatia, world academy of Art and science, and the international academy of perinatal medicine sponsored a symposium on 'facts and doubts about the beginning of Human Life', at the Croatian medical association, Zagreb, croatia.

Ultrasound is one of the greatest breakthroughs of the past 50 years in obstetrics. This atlas presents current information on obstetric and gynaecologic ultrasound. It guides the reader through the most recent ultrasound technologies, enabling them to diagnose problems accurately. It provides updated information on the most recent advances including 3-D ultrasound scanners. The book also includes valuable details on anatomy, embryology, congenital anomalies, diagnostic imaging techniques. renal and genito-urinary diseases and trauma.

In this unique book emphasis is placed on tests necessary to evaluate fetal well-being and to detect those fetuses at risk of hypoxia and acidosis in utero. Written by pioneers in the neonatal field, this publication contains chapters on the pathophysiology , obstetric management, and collagen diseases of intrauterine growth retardation. Ultrasound in detection of growth retarded fetuses is explored, as well as magnetic resonance imaging and magnesium substitution for the prevention of intrauterine growth retardation. Containing never-before-published information, this volume is an excellent reference source for both investigators in the field and those entering it. Topics Include:Perinatal growth chart for international reference Ultrasound guided procedures in small for gestation fetuses Utero-placental and fetal circulation

A comprehensive survey of the use of ultrasound in management of infertile patients is presented in this publication. Particular atten-tion is given to recently developed techniques such as assessment of endometrial changes, ovarian blood flow measurements, and per-cutaneous oocyte retrieval for in vitro fertilization. The very re-cent technique of transvaginal sonography is presented and richly illus-trated with original results obtained in biopsy-guided oocyte re-trieval, and in the precise delineation of follicle size and number for infertility treatment. Guidance in the interpretation of ultrasonic findings, which include potential limitations and pitfalls, is provided in each chapter. Researchers and practitioners interested in the management of infertile patients will find this volume indispensable.