In a nutshell This paper studied whether the removal of one ovary affects fertility compared to other abdominal or pelvic procedures in women. Some background Infertility affects 7.4% of all US married couples. 5% of these infertility cases are caused by medical treatments like chemotherapy and surgery on women. Conservative surgery on...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether the timing of clomiphene citrate affects ovulation and pregnancy rates in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Some background Polycystic ovarian syndrome is the most common cause of anovulation, or lack of regular ovulation. Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome are at a high risk...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of antioxidant supplementation on time to pregnancy among infertile women. Some background Nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E are referred to as natural antioxidants, molecules known to protect the body from damaging chemical reactions. Antioxidants are widely used as dietary...
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In a nutshell This article summarizes the availability and use of commercial egg banks for egg donation in the United States. Some background Egg (oocyte) cryopreservation, or the freezing of unfertilized eggs for future use, is gaining in popularity, due in part to the fact that improved freezing techniques have increased successful pregnancy...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This trial compared the long-term reproductive effects of two treatment strategies in women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): laparoscopic ovarian drilling versus gonadotropin analogs. Some background If conservative treatments (such as weight loss) fail, women with PCOS may be treated with fertility drugs to induce...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This article reviewed current data regarding pregnancy outcomes in women with endometriosis treated with a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analog before in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Some background Endometriosis is a condition in which cells of the inner-most layer of the uterus can be found in other organs (most commonly the...
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This article discussed current scientific data concerning the need and benefit of surgical treatment for endometriomas before in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the innermost layer of the uterus is found elsewhere in the body. Frequently, this tissue is found in the ovaries, where it may lead...
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