In a nutshell This study looked at various markers of ovarian function in women who had experienced recurrent miscarriage. They found that women with an unexplained cause (idiopathic) of recurrent miscarriage had lower levels of anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) and estradiol. Some background Recurrent miscarriage (RM) is a condition where a...
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Do AMH levels indicate the number of antral follicles in polycystic ovarian syndrome?
In a nutshell This study investigated if anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) was associated with antral follicle count in women with polycystic ovarian conditions. They found that AMH levels were a reliable predictor of antral follicle count in these patients. Some background Anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) is produced in the premature ovarian (antral)...
Read MoreIs diet associated with abnormal semen quality?
In a nutshell This article examined the dietary habits of Asian males to determine if it had any impact on semen quality. The study concluded that a "Western diet", high in sugar and carbohydrates, was associated with lower semen quality. Some background Infertility is a growing problem and there is evidence that semen quality is...
Read MoreAdministration of Utrogestan and hMG results in improved IVF outcome in PCOS patients
In a nutshell This study investigated if the utrogestan and hMG protocol improved the viability of embryos and success of IVF in women with PCOS. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition due to hormonal imbalances which results in irregular ovulation and mentruation and can greatly impact female fertility. In vitro...
Read MoreDoes surgical intervention for ectopic pregnancy affect female fertility?
In a nutshell This study investigated if surgical treatment for an ectopic pregnancy had an impact on subsequent pregnancy rates. The authors concluded that salpingotomy is associated with a higher rate of pregnancy following the surgical procedure. Some background Ectopic pregnancy is a condition which occurs when an embryo implants in the...
Read MoreOvarian stimulation treatment and cryopreservation in women at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation
In a nutshell This paper studied the outcome after use of GnRH antagonists and cryopreservation of embryos in women who were at high risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Use of GnRH antagonists was effective in achieving high levels of birth rate. Some background In-vitro fertilization is a procedure whereby the egg is fertilized by the...
Read MoreEffects of alcohol consumption on the incidence of live births in Danish couples undergoing assisted reproduction
In a nutshell This study examined the alcohol consumption of females and males prior to undergoing assisted reproduction, to determine if it negatively impacted the chances of a live birth. This study did not reveal any association between alcohol consumption and the likelihood of achieving a live birth following assisted reproduction. Some...
Read MoreComparing transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasound to help guide embryo transfer
In a nutshell This paper compared ultrasound carried out through the abdomen (transabdominal) with ultrasound carried out through the vagina (transvaginal) for women undergoing embryo transfer. Authors concluded that transvaginal ultrasound was associated with less discomfort than transabdominal ultrasound. Transvaginal ultrasound also allowed for...
Read MoreDoes dietary coenzyme Q10 affect semen quality in subfertile men?
In a nutshell This study investigated whether there was an association between coenzyme Q10 intake from food and semen quality in subfertile men. This study concluded that the levels of CoQ10 taken in from food do not affect semen parameters. Some background Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an anti-oxidant that is obtained through the diet and is also...
Read MoreChinese herbal medicine for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
In a nutshell This review examined whether Chinese herbal medicine was beneficial for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Authors reported no evidence that Chinese herbal medicine improves pregnancy rates among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) occurs when many cysts grow in the ovaries....
Read MoreDo benign growths around the uterus affect pregnancy outcomes in unexplained infertility?
In a nutshell This paper studied whether uterine fibroids can affect pregnancy outcomes following ovarian stimulation with intrauterine insemination. Authors reported no differences in live birth rates in women with fibroids and those without fibroids. Some background Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths around the uterus. Studies have been...
Read MoreDo benign growths around the uterus affect pregnancy outcomes in unexplained infertility?
In a nutshell This paper studied whether uterine fibroids can affect pregnancy outcomes following ovarian stimulation with intrauterine insemination. Authors reported no differences in live birth rates in women with fibroids and those without fibroids. Some background Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths around the uterus. Studies have been...
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