In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness of different intrauterine interventions for women with two or more implantation failures. The data showed that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was the most effective intrauterine intervention in improving pregnancy outcomes in these women. Some background In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a widely used...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed the association between mental health and infertility in women, including depression and anxiety. Some background Infertility can affect as many as 12% of couples trying to conceive. This can lead to increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Often, patients do not share their struggles with friends...
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In a nutshell This review examined how six commonly used industrial chemicals interfere with fertility in women. Some background Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that can contribute to infertility by interfering with normal hormone functions. They are used in the manufacturing of many everyday products, such as food,...
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In a nutshell This study investigated pregnancy rates after surgery for deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE). They found that surgery for DIE improves pregnancy rates in these women. Some background Endometriosis (EDM) is a common cause of infertility. EDM is caused by uterine tissue growing outside the uterus. This tissue is called...
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In a nutshell This paper evaluates the effects of berberine compared to metformin in women with polycystic ovary syndrome who undergo IVF treatment. Some background Polycystic ovary syndrome causes infertility, an excess of androgen (male sex hormone) and anovulation (eggs not released from the...
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In a nutshell This trial investigated whether a new genetic test could predict the best time to undergo embryo implantation during in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Some background Some women undergoing IVF experience repeated implantation failure (RIF). RIF means that the fertilized embryos introduced into the uterus fail to implant and result in...
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In a nutshell This study looked at in-vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes in couples with unexplained infertility. Two egg fertilization techniques were compared: intracytoplasmatic sperm injection versus conventional insemination. Some background IVF involves the artificial joining of eggs and sperm in a laboratory dish. This is typically achieved...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared pregnancy outcomes in patients who received one of two ovulation stimulating drugs – tamoxifen or clomiphene citrate. Some background Treatment for female infertility usually begins with drugs that stimulate ovulation. By producing more eggs, there is a higher likelihood of a successful...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the outcomes of a new egg retrieval strategy in women undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Researchers compared a 2-drug combination ("dual-trigger") to the standard hCG trigger injection. Some background IVF requires eggs retrieved from the ovaries to be fertilized by sperm in a laboratory dish. To...
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