Biology of the Ovary (Developments in Obstetrics and Gynecology (2))

Extensive reviews have been published on the mor­ aspects, anatomy, ultrastructure, physiology, bio­ phology, anatomy, and physiology of the mam­ chemistry, endocrinology, pharmacology, and physiopathology of the mammalian ovary. The malian ovary. However, little attention has been given to the gaps between the physiological, endo­ contributors, who prepared their chapters metic­ ulously, are recognized experts in their respective crine and histochemical parameters of the ovary as disciplines and their writings reflect extensive per­ it relates to clinical aspects. There is a wealth of sonal experience and unpublished data of both publications concerning the biology of the ovary: basic and clinical sciences. Without the assistance of the purpose of this volume is to integrate this information with emphasis on modern concepts in good friends and permission to draw extensively microanatomy, physiology, methodology, clinical from investigations, this volume would not have complications, and therapeutic approaches. An been possible. attempt is made to place fundamental research in Thanks are due to G. F. Franchitto, F. Barberini, clear perspectives. P. Stoops. Lori Rust and J. Squiers for their editorial It is hoped that this volume will fulfil a long­ skills and for checking the references to the original standing need and serve as an important source for sources. Thanks are particularly due to 1. K. Smith investigators and clinicians concerned with the of Martinus Nijhoff Publishers BV for his excellent physiopathology of the ovaries for years to come. It cooperation during the production of the book. Front Matter....Pages I-XI Front Matter....Pages 1-2 Sexual Differentiation of the Mammalian Ovary....Pages 3-15 Comparative Aspects of the Mammalian Ovary....Pages 16-30 Front Matter....Pages 31-32 Histochemistry of the Ovary....Pages 33-51 Histoenzymology of the Human Ovary: Dehydrogenases Directly Involved in Steroidogenesis....Pages 52-67 Interstitial Cells and Related Structures....Pages 68-85 Blood and Lymph Supply of the Ovary....Pages 86-98 Nerve Supply of the Ovary....Pages 99-105 Smooth Musculature in the Ovary....Pages 106-118 Front Matter....Pages 119-120 Ultrastructure of Human Ovarian Follicles....Pages 121-137 Structural Modifications of the Granulosa Cell Plasma Membrane During Folliculogenesis....Pages 138-149 Fine Structure of the Primate Corpus Luteum....Pages 150-161 Scanning Electron Microscopy of the Mammalian Ovary....Pages 162-175 Front Matter....Pages 177-178 Cell and Molecular Biology of Meiotic Maturation of the Mammalian Oocyte....Pages 179-190 The Function and Differentiation of Ovarian Mitochondria....Pages 191-195 The Role of the Lysosomes in Ovarian Physiology....Pages 196-201 Influence of Sympathetic Nerves, Amine Receptors and Anti-Adrenergic Drugs on Follicular Contractility and Ovulation....Pages 202-208 Human Follicular Fluid....Pages 209-214 Front Matter....Pages 215-216 Functional Morphology of the Hypothalamus and Hypophysis in Relation to Ovarian Function....Pages 217-230 Ovarian Responsiveness to Gonadotropic Hormones....Pages 231-243 In-Vivo and In-Vitro Steroidogenesis by the Human Ovary During the Menstrual Cycle....Pages 244-253 Front Matter....Pages 215-216 Endocrine Control of Human Ovulation: The Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal Pattern....Pages 254-265 Ovarian Activity During Gestation....Pages 266-275 Front Matter....Pages 277-278 Physiomorphology of Fertile and Infertile Human Ovaries....Pages 279-290 The Postmenopausal Ovary and Premature Ovarian Failure....Pages 291-302 Disorders of the Human Ovary....Pages 303-313 Ovarian Tumors....Pages 314-333 Back Matter....Pages 335-344 Extensive reviews have been published on the morƯ aspects, anatomy, ultrastructure, physiology, bioƯ phology, anatomy, and physiology of the mamƯ chemistry, endocrinology, pharmacology, and physiopathology of the mammalian ovary. The malian ovary. However, little attention has been given to the gaps between the physiological, endoƯ contributors, who prepared their chapters meticƯ ulously, are recognized experts in their respective crine and histochemical parameters of the ovary as disciplines and their writings reflect extensive perƯ it relates to clinical aspects. There is a wealth of sonal experience and unpublished data of both publications concerning the biology of the ovary: basic and clinical sciences. Without the assistance of the purpose of this volume is to integrate this information with emphasis on modern concepts in good friends and permission to draw extensively microanatomy, physiology, methodology, clinical from investigations, this volume would not have complications, and therapeutic approaches. An been possible. attempt is made to place fundamental research in Thanks are due to G.F. Franchitto, F. Barberini, clear perspectives. P. Stoops. Lori Rust and J. Squiers for their editorial It is hoped that this volume will fulfil a longƯ skills and for checking the references to the original standing need and serve as an important source for sources. Thanks are particularly due to 1. K. Smith investigators and clinicians concerned with the of Martinus Nijhoff Publishers BV for his excellent physiopathology of the ovaries for years to come. It cooperation during the production of the book Extensive basic research and clinical trials have in some aspect of reproductive physiology, gyne­ been conducted on inert and medicated intrauterine cology, or family planning. There is in this volume devices. In the last decade, substantial progress has an attempt to provide a total coverage of current been made in understanding the modes of action progress in medicated intrauterine devices. The and the physiological mechanisms of IUDs - pro­ volume is intended for a broad readership, includ­ gress resulting from modern techniques and in­ ing physicians, medical workers, medical personnel, strumentation in microanatomy, immunology, pa­ and administrators in family planning. It is hoped thology, endocrinology, biochemistry and biophy­ that this volume will serve as a stimulus to basic sics. Such studies, however, are scattered in such a scientists and clinicians concerned with intrauterine wide spectrum of journals that the clinician and devices to intensify their research toward better family planner can hardly keep up to date with the contraceptive techniques. advances. An attempt is made in this volume to coordinate physiological and clinical parameters. Little is September 1980 known about the possible role of diet, diseases and environmental factors. E. S. E. Jan E. Jirásek. Includes Index. Revision Of The Original Ed. Published In Czech In 1977. Bibliography: P. 204-39.