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SEXH5417: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
2024 unit information
This unit covers reproductive endocrinology, including regulation of the menstrual cycle, sperm and egg transport, and fertilisation and implantation. The reproductive endocrinology of common conditions such as amenorrhoea, anovulation and polycystic ovarian syndrome will be discussed, as will current thinking on menopause and menopausal hormone therapy. The unit also introduces the causes and investigations of male and female infertility with a special focus on the impact of obesity on reproduction.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sexual Health
| Code | SEXH5417 |
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| Academic unit | Sexual Health |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology of multiple aspects of reproductive health from conception to menopause
- LO2. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the complex symptomatology of reproductive health conditions and best management practices
- LO3. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the epidemiology of infertility and an introduction to assisted reproductive technologies
- LO4. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the social and ethical aspects of reproductive health conditions and their long-term consequences.
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