In a nutshell This study compared letrozole (Femara), clomiphene (Clomid), or no ovarian stimulation for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It found that letrozole led to the uterus being more receptive to an embryo, and to higher pregnancy rates. Some background Women with PCOS do not ovulate frequently or at all. Patients who want...
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In a nutshell This analysis looked at which factors influence the risk of miscarriage for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who were undergoing infertility treatment. It found that being overweight and insulin resistance can increase miscarriage risk in these patients. Some background Metabolism, hormones, and fertility are closely...
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In a nutshell This analysis looked at the effects of metformin (Glucophage) for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who are undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). It found that metformin lowers the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), and may increase pregnancy rates for those who are overweight. Some background PCOS is a...
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In a nutshell This study investigated laparoscopic ovarian drilling (LOD) compared to medical ovulation induction (MOI) in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). They found that LOD was associated with decreased live birth rates (LBR) when compared with MOI. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition. It is...
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In a nutshell This study compared traditional in vitro fertilization (IVF) to intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) for in vitro maturation of eggs. It found that both insemination methods led to good fertilization and pregnancy outcomes for patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Some background PCOS is a condition in which a woman has...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether amlodipine (Norvasc) can improve blood flow to the ovaries in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). This study found that patients given amlodipine had improved blood flow and higher rates of pregnancy during treatment with clomiphene citrate (Clomid). Some background PCOS is a female metabolic...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of body mass index (BMI; a measurement of weight in relation to height) on pregnancy outcomes in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) undergoing assisted reproductive techniques (ARTs). They found that obese women had lower live birth rate (LBR). Some background Polycystic ovarian...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed the effects of exercise on infertility symptoms in women. Some background Infertility is a problem for many couples. There are many causes of infertility for both men and women. One of these causes is being overweight or obese (having a body mass index between 25 and 40). Another factor is...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the outcomes of in vitro fertilization (IVF) pregnancies in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). They found that PCOS patients had a greater risk of complications after IVF. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can lead to infertility. Women with PCOS may...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if myo-inositol (MI) reduces the amount of gonadotrophins (GTs) needed for ovarian stimulation and the length of treatment in women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). The results showed that MI reduced the amount of GTs needed and the duration of fertility treatment in these women. Some background...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if co-treatment with metformin improved fertility outcomes in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). They found that metformin co-treatment was associated with a higher birth rate and higher pregnancy rates in PCOS patients. Some background Women with PCOS can experience fertility problems and may...
Read MoreIn 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)...
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