Mark Hamilton

This chapter discusses the prevalence of infertility and the importance of the initial assessment of the infertile couple. Education of the public about the known decline in fertility that occurs with age, particularly in women older than 3…

Demands on the gynaecologist from patients seeking help with suboptimal fertility continue to grow, and fertility-related issues are often in the gaze of the media. Obstetricians and gynaecologists need to ensure that they are up to date, i…

The chapter provides an overview of the clinical problem of infertility as it presents to gynaecologists in practice. The epidemiology of infertility is discussed, leading to a description of the assessment of infertile couples. A critique …