Hormones and Pregnancy: Basic Science and Clinical Implications

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Felice Petraglia (Università degli Studi, Florence) Mariarosaria Di Tommaso (Università degli Studi, Florence)

Hormones and Pregnancy

Basic Science and Clinical Implications

Felice Petraglia (Università degli Studi, Florence), Mariarosaria Di Tommaso (Università degli Studi, Florence), Federico Mecacci (Università degli Studi, Florence)

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Cambridge University Press
13 October 2022

Endocrinology; Gynaecology & obstetrics; Women's health

The endocrine and neuroendocrine system in pregnancy involves highly complex maternal, fetal and placental mechanisms, which are critical for the maintenance of pregnancy, the timing of parturition, for fetal growth and protection from adverse fetal programming. This timely book summarizes the different endocrine aspects related to pregnant women, describing how hormones regulate physiological homeostasis and influence the pathogenesis of disease. The first section of the book covers the role of specific hormones in detail, including oxytocin, hCG and estrogen. The second section discusses gestational disorders such as diabetes, hypertensive disorders and preeclampsia and how the involvement of hormones has clinical implications for management. Best practice for management of endocrine disorders, which can negatively impact pregnancy, such as thyroid disease and obesity, is also reviewed. This book is essential for clinicians and scientists looking to gain knowledge of the role of hormones in pregnancy and how they can best support patients.

Edited by: Felice Petraglia (Università degli Studi Florence), Mariarosaria Di Tommaso (Università degli Studi, Florence), Federico Mecacci (Università degli Studi, Florence)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 259mm, Width: 180mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 590g
ISBN: 9781316516669
ISBN 10: 1316516660
Pages: 218
Publication Date: 13 October 2022
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Felice Petraglia is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Florence and Chief of the Maternal – Infancy Department, Careggi Hospital, Florence, Italy. He is Fellow-ad Eundem of the RCOG. Dr Petraglia is also Editor Emeritus of Human Reproduction Update, Editor of RBMO and Associate Editor of Reproductive Sciences. He is Past President of the Society of Gynecologic Investigation (SGI) and of the Society of Endometriosis and Uterine Disorders (SEUD). Mariarosaria Di Tommaso is Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Florence, Florence, Italy. She is a Member and Italian ambassador of the Society Maternal Fetal Medicine and an Executive Member of the Italian Society Perinatal Medicine.