In a nutshell This study investigated if the quality of life (QOL) or depression is associated with male infertility. They found that poor QOL or depression were associated with sexual dysfunction, but not with sperm production or testosterone levels. Some background Male infertility is commonly associated with a low quality of life (QoL)....
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In a nutshell This study investigated if stress is associated with pregnancy outcomes in women with unexplained infertility. They found that stress was associated with a higher risk of negative pregnancy outcomes. Some background Infertility is a growing problem worldwide. Understanding the cause of infertility can allow doctors to treat it. In some...
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 examined if granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) can help infertile patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) become pregnant. This study concluded that clinical pregnancy rates were higher in patients who were given G-CSF, especially those who had repeated implantation failure (RIF). Some background...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if letrozole (Femara) improves fertility outcomes in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome. They found that letrozole was not superior to clomiphene (Clomid) in treating infertility in these women. Some background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that can lead to infertility. It is...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed dietary factors that may influence male fertility. Some background Male infertility is an increasing problem. In many cases, there is no obvious cause for male infertility. Some studies suggest that diet may play a role in this. Men that are overweight or obese are more likely to be infertile. The importance of a...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if dexamethasone (Ozurdex) improves the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in patients with elevated progesterone. They found that low-dose dexamethasone resulted in a higher birth rates following IVF. Some background During fertility treatment, women may undergo ovarian stimulation to...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether neosalpingostomy or salpingectomy resulted in better outcomes for women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. The study determined that IVF outcomes were similar in patients that underwent neosaplingostomy or salpingectomy. Some background Female infertility can have a number of...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the live-birth rates following fresh or frozen embryo transfer in women without polycystic ovaries. They found there was no difference in the live birth rates following either frozen- or fresh-embryo transfer. Some background Embryo transfer is one of the final steps in a fertility treatment cycle. At this...
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In a nutshell This phase 2 pilot trial will investigate the effects of isotretinoin in men with no sperm in their semen. The main outcome to be investigated is the number of motile sperm. This trial is being conducted in Seattle, Washington. The details Many infertile men have a condition called azoospermia. This is when the semen sample does not...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if fibroids have an effect on the blood supply to the uterus in women with fertility issues. They found that women with fibroids have increased blood supply to the uterus wall and lining. Some background Fibroids are masses of tissue that form on the along the uterus. They can cause pain, infertility and...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if a varicocelectomy improves male fertility and affects the chosen fertility treatment. They found that varicocelectomy improves male fertility and requires less invasive treatment strategies for infertility. Some background Male infertility can be caused by a number of factors. A varicocele is an...
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