Fertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): Theory, Research, Policy and Practice for Health Care Practitioners

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Delivers current knowledge from global experts at the forefront of fertility and ART healthcare The first publication of its kind, this book on fertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a globally focused, authoritative guide tostate-of-the-art information about modern fertility and ART healthcare. Written for clinicians, public health officials, women‚Äôs health experts,scientists, students, scholars, and other interested individuals, the book encompasses theoretical, research, policy, and clinical practice aspects offertility and ART healthcare. The book features the diverse contributions of multidisciplinary researchers, scholars, and clinicians from eight countrieswho explore contemporary health care perspectives regarding individuals and families dealing with infertility and fertility challenges including suchadvanced technologies as in-vitro fertilization, intrauterine insemination, and oocyte preservation. The book addresses theoretical underpinnings of fertility and ART healthcare including new ways of conceptualizing research and theoretical concepts.Practical aspects involved with administering and treating the many women and men whose lives are affected by fertility challenges are illuminated. Complexpolicy concerns resulting from the rapid advances in fertility and ART are considered. The health care needs of those seeking fertility evaluation andtreatment including access to care locally and globally are examined in depth. The book also includes discussions about novel approaches and emergingpopulations in fertility and ART healthcare that expand the scope of care. Thought-provoking case examples from contemporary care practices will help thereader to synthesize information. Key Features: Delivers thought provoking ART research and practice issues for health care clinicians, scholars, and scientists Synthesizes evolving theory, research, clinical practice, and public policy concerns Addresses complex considerations within the practice and delivery of fertility and ART services Written by international thought leaders and emerging scholars on the forefront of ART technologies and other issues Includes case study exemplars to stimulate critical thinking and transform discussion about modern fertility and ART care Cover Title Copyright Contents Contributors Foreword Foreword Causation Access Care Outcomes Preface References Acknowledgments Share Fertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): Theory, Research, Policy, and Practice for Health Care Practitioners Part I: Theory: Engaging Theories and Conceptual Concepts in ART References Chapter 1: A Template for a Comprehensive Theory of Infertility: A Roy Adaptation Model Perspective Theory Development, Research, and Conceptual Models Conclusion Acknowledgment References Chapter 2: Shifting Family Structure: Theoretical Perspectives of Worldwide Population and Family Composition The Concept of Families Current Trends Implications for Health Care Providers Conclusion References Chapter 3: A Theoretical Approach to Multidimensional Stress Experienced During Pregnancy by Women Who Conceive Via In Vitro Fertilization Theoretical Model Results Discussion Conclusion References Chapter 4: Examining the Unit of Analysis in Assisted Reproduction: Conceptual Insights Into Individual, Couple, and Family Research in Education and Counseling Individual Unit of Analysis Findings Couple and Family Unit of Analysis Findings Conclusion References Chapter 5: Exemplar: Using an Egg Donor: Insights Into an Infertile Woman’s Experience Case Study References Part II: Research and Reviews: Delineating the State of the Science in ART Reference Chapter 6: Psychological Stress and Fertility Overview of the Physiology of Stress Biological Plausibility of Stress and Reduced Fecundity Review of Literature Summary Conclusion References Chapter 7: The Illusion of Normal Fertility: Women’s Experiences of Pregnancy and Birth After Oocyte Donation Methods Results Discussion Implications for Practice Conclusion Acknowledgments References Chapter 8: Individual and Family Outcomes of First-Time Parents Older Than 40 Years: Implications of Later-Life Parenting Medical Implications of Later-Life Parenting Psychosocial Implications of Later-Life Parenting The Impact of Elective Oocyte Cryopreservation on the Prevalence of Later-Life Parenting Research Needs Recommendations for Clinicians and Care Providers Conclusion References Chapter 9: Understanding the Impact of Delayed Parenting: Gender, Paid Work, and Work–Family Strategies Method Findings Discussion Conclusion Acknowledgment References Chapter 10: Young Women’s Reasons Regarding Whether to Undergo Fertility Preservation Treatment When Facing a Cancer Diagnosis: A Literature Review Early Research Examines Natural Pregnancy Post-Cancer Second Wave of Research Targets Young Women With Cancer Conclusion References Chapter 11: Accommodating Assisted Reproductive Technologies to Rabbinic Law Culturally and Religiously Appropriate Reproductive Medicine: Whose Initiative? Whose Responsibility? Fertility and Medicine According to the Halacha Religiously Observant Fertility Patients Between Their Rabbis and Their Doctors Medical Practitioners on Trial Conclusion Notes References Chapter 12: “If Some Is Good, More Must Be Better”: Diverging Goals Between Patient and Provider About Multifetal Pregnancies in ART Reproductive Processes and Infertility Treatments Regulating Care: IVF and the Fertility Clinic Success Rate and Certification Act ART Practice and Guidelines to Manage the Likelihood of Multifetal Pregnancy Patient Decision Making Conclusion Notes References Chapter 13: Exemplar: Medically High-Risk Conditions Necessitating Utilization of a Gestational Carrier Case Study References Part III: Policy: Exploring Access and Challenges in ART Reference Chapter 14: Challenges to Infertility Advocacy in the United States: Defining Infertility and Barriers to Access to Care Incidence of Infertility and Utilization of Services Barriers to Access Conclusion References Chapter 15: Utilization of ART Services in Developed Countries and Impact on Cross-Border Reproductive Care Funding for ART Conclusion References Chapter 16: Utilization of Fertility Care in Developing Countries: Challenges in Family Building Around the Globe Infertility in DCs: The Facts Infertility Care in DCs: How to Proceed Conclusion References Chapter 17: Emerging “Cost-Effective” Treatments Including Low-Cost IVF The Walking Egg Project Universal Access to Infertility Care: Clinical Aspects Service Delivery: The Implementation of twe Pilot Centers in Resource-Poor Countries Conclusion Acknowledgments References Chapter 18: Defining Infertility: Global Views on Timing of IVF and the Ability to Access Care Natural Course of Conception Fertility Workup and Diagnoses Effectiveness of Treatment Safety Implications for Treatment Usage Conclusion References Chapter 19: Changing Times: How Is Same-Sex Relationship Equality Impacting the Fertility Care Landscape? SMW and ART Method Choice Choosing a Sperm Donor Care Experiences in Reproductive Care Settings Maternal and Fetal Outcomes Surrogacy and Gay Men Transgender Experiences in Fertility Care Settings Recommendations for Health Care Providers and Future Directions Conclusion References Chapter 20: Exemplar: A Genetically At-Risk Couple Considers the Use of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis in the United States Case Study References Part IV: Practice: Improving the Delivery of Care in the ART Setting Reference Chapter 21: Assisted Reproductive Technology Treatment Options for Couples With Fertility Issues Etiology of Infertility Treatment Options Treatment Considerations Conclusion References Chapter 22: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Reproductive and Psychological Implications Diagnosis Reproductive Impact Infertility Medical Conditions Associated with PCOS Psychosocial Implications of PCOS Long-Term Treatment of PCOS Conclusion References Chapter 23: Team Communication: Critical in the Care of the Couple With Fertility Challenges Teamwork and Collaboration Conclusion References Chapter 24: Focusing on Nursing: Emerging Specialty Practice in the United Kingdom Specialist Fertility Nursing Practice in the United Kingdom Developing Specialist Practice Benefits of Specialist Nursing Practice Discussion Conclusion Notes References Chapter 25: Men and Infertility: Their Experience With Challenges in Family Formation Incidence of Male Fertility Challenges Contributors to Male Fertility Challenges The Evaluation of Male Fertility Challenges Treatment Options for Male Fertility Challenges Psychosocial Considerations for Men with Fertility Challenges Conclusion References Chapter 26: Exemplar: An Adolescent Seeking Fertility Treatment Case Study Discussion Conclusion Sample Discussion Questions References Epilogue: Family Formation—What Is Ahead? Theory: Engaging Theories and Conceptual Concepts in ART Research and Reviews: Delineating the State of the Science in ART Policy: Exploring Access and Challenges in ART Practice: Improving the Delivery of Care in the ART Setting Conclusion References Index