In a nutshell This study used 3D scans to assess infertile women before assisted reproductive technology (ART). It concluded that 3D scans can diagnose abnormal wombs. 3D scans help inform doctors before ART. Some background Infertility is the inability to conceive a child. Women and men are both affected by...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if other medical conditions (comorbidities, COMs) affect sperm production (SP). They found that infertile men were more likely to have COMs and their treatment improved SP. Some background Male infertility accounts for up to 50% of fertility problems. In many cases, it is not possible to find the cause of...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the effects of lifestyle factors in couples undergoing fertility treatment. They found that alcohol consumption and smoking are associated with poorer fertility outcomes. Some background Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is used to treat infertility. Since ART was first developed, the birth rate has...
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In a nutshell This trial will investigate if the success of deferred embryo transfer (DET) is affected by pre-implantation genetic screening (PGS). The main outcome measured will be the live birth rate. This trial takes place in California, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania, the United States. The details Infertility is a condition that...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if consumption of certain foods affects risks in pregnancy. They found that poor consumption of dairy, fruit and dark green leafy vegetables was linked to an increased risk in pregnancy. Some background A healthy diet during pregnancy is important for both the mother and baby. Poor nutrition during pregnancy...
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In a nutshell This study examined if infertility was associated with a higher risk of developing thyroid cancer in women. This study concluded that women with infertility have a higher risk of developing thyroid cancer when compared to fertile women. Some background Infertility in women is a problem worldwide. These patients are often treated...
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In a nutshell This study investigated factors that may affect live birth rates (LBR) in women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). They found that maternal age and embryo stage and number affected LBR in these women. Some background Female infertility can be caused by a condition called diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Women with DOR may...
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In a nutshell This study compared minimal ovarian stimulation (MOS) to conventional ovarian stimulation (COS) in women undergoing fertility treatment. They found that MOS resulted in greater numbers of good-quality embryos and oocytes (eggs) in these women. Some background During fertility treatment, women undergo controlled ovarian...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of an early gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) protocol in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). They found that an early GnRH antagonist protocol may improve fertility outcome in women with PCOS. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Is a common cause of female infertility....
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) improves implantation in women seeking fertility treatment. They found that hCG treatment improved implantation rates after embryo transfer (ET; the process of transferring fertilized eggs into the womb of a woman undergoing in vitro fertilization). Some background...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if progesterone (PGO) levels determine ongoing pregnancy after hormone replacement therapy frozen embryo transfer (HRT-FET). They found that the PGO levels below 35 nmol/l lower the chance of ongoing pregnancies. Some background Infertility is a condition that is becoming increasingly more common. There...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 3 trial will investigate the effectiveness of a new drug FE 999049 for the treatment of infertility. The main outcome to be measured will be the ongoing pregnancy rate. The details There are several steps in the treatment of infertility. The first step involves harvesting eggs or oocytes. Once oocytes are harvested, in...
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