In a nutshell This study investigated if fish oil supplementation improves semen quality and reproductive hormone (RH) levels in young men. They found that fish oil supplementation was associated with better semen quality and RH levels. Some background Male infertility (MI) is affects around 50% of infertile couples. In recent years sperm...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the factors linked to spontaneous miscarriage (sMC) after assisted reproduction (AR). They found that sMC rates were higher in patients under 35 years with uterus (womb) malformations (UMs) and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Some background Assisted reproduction (AR) has improved fertility...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the use of laparoscopy (LPS) in women from couples with diagnosed male infertility (MI) and 3 failed in vitro fertilization (IVF) attempts. They found that LPS can identify undiagnosed female infertility (FI) and improve fertility outcomes in these couples. Some background Male infertility (MI) affects...
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In a nutshell This study analyzed treatment options for patients with a poor ovarian response (POR) to ovarian stimulation procedures for infertility. They found that supplements with DHEA and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) improved pregnancy rates in these women. Some background Controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) is the first part of assisted...
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In a nutshell This study looked at whether injections of platelet-rich plasma could improve in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes in women with poor ovary function. This study found that patients treated with PRP had improved ovary function and higher rates of pregnancy. Some background One cause of female infertility is a poor ovarian...
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In a nutshell This analysis looked at whether women with infertility are at risk of heart disease or stroke. This study found that women with infertility have greater risk factors for heart disease compared to women who do not have infertility. Some background One in six couples experiences infertility. Among 50% of couples, women have...
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In a nutshell This study looked at whether the Endometriosis Fertility Index (EFI) can predict pregnancy. This study found that EFI is a good predictor of natural pregnancy in women with endometriosis. Some background Endometriosis (EM) is a disease where cells from the womb lining form lesions outside of the womb. It is a common cause of...
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In a nutshell This study investigated fertility outcomes after testicular sperm extraction (TESE) for non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA). They found that there were no differences in fertility outcomes with conventional (cTESE) or micro TESE (mTESE). Some background Male infertility (MI) is involved in 50% of infertility cases. The level of...
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In a nutshell This study compared fresh (Fr-ET) and frozen embryo transfer (Fz-ET) after controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) with a gonadotrophin-releasing hormone antagonist (GnRH-at). They found that Fz-ET had better fertility outcomes with GnRH-at treatment. Some background Controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) is the first...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study reviewed treatment options for infertility in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women. Women with PCOS may not ovulate regularly. This can lead to fertility issues. Infertility can be treated medically and/or surgically. Medical...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed the impact of sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) on male fertility. The authors concluded that SDF is a marker of male infertility. Some background During conception, sperm deliver DNA (genetic material) that becomes part of the embryo. Breaks in DNA produce small pieces called fragments. This is called SDF. Studies...
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In a nutshell This study looked at different risk factors associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). The authors found that smoking, meat-heavy diets, and the use of plastic tableware were associated with PCOS. Some background PCOS is a female metabolic disorder. Women with PCOS have higher levels of testosterone and be less likely...
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