In a nutshell This study investigated if there is a link between polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and miscarriage due to genetic abnormalities. They found that women with PCOS had a higher risk of miscarriage due to genetic abnormalities. Some background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women. Patients with PCOS may...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is associated with pregnancy outcomes in infertile women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). They found that HBV infection did not affect pregnancy outcomes. Some background Infertility is a growing problem worldwide. The cause of infertility is not always...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the management of anabolic steroid (AS) induced infertility. Some background Testosterone (TTS) is a male sex hormone. It has a number of functions including sperm production. Thus, it is an important fertility hormone. TTS is also described as an androgenic-anabolic steroid (AAS). Taking synthetic...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if waist circumference (WC) is associated with reduced success after fertility treatment. They found that higher WC was associated with a lower live birth rate (LBR) after fertility treatment. Some background Infertility is becoming increasingly common. Fertility treatment involves using assisted reproductive...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels affect in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes. They found that low AMH was associated with reduced live birth rate (LBR). Some background Infertility is a significant issue for many couples. Many couples will undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) in order to become...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if obesity is associated with fertility outcomes after in vitro fertilization (IVF). They found that obesity was associated with a lower live birth rate (LBR) after IVF. Some background The rate of obesity is increasing rapidly worldwide. Obesity can have a negative impact on overall health. It can also have a...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the outcomes of pregnancy after stillbirth (SB). They found that pregnancy within 12 months of SB was not associated with negative outcomes. Some background The interpregnancy interval (IPI) is the time between the end of one pregnancy and the start of another. The World Health Organisation (WHO)...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated vitamin D (vitD) levels in patients undergoing ovarian stimulation (OS). They found that low vitD reduced the chance of live birth in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Some background Infertility can have a number of causes. One cause of infertility is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). These...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of letrozole (Femara) and clomiphene citrate (Clomid) in women with unexplained infertility. They found that both medications had similar pregnancy success in these women. Some background The cause of infertility in women is not always clear. The clinical term for this is...
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In a nutshell This study investigated corifollitropin alfa (CFTA; Elonva) in controlled ovarian stimulation (COS). They found that CFTA was effective in normal and poor responder patients. Some background The first step in assisted reproduction is oocyte (egg) harvest. Women undergo a procedure called controlled ovarian stimulation...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of myo-inositol (MYO) on fertility outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). They found that MYO was associated with improved embryo quality and fertilization rates. Some background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility in women. In vitro...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study reviewed at-home male fertility test kits. Some background Male infertility is a common cause of fertility issues for couples. Men are frequently less likely to be aware of their fertility status than women. Men may not feel comfortable talking to their physician about fertility testing. The main diagnostic test involves...
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