In a nutshell This study examined the risk of birth defects in children conceived with assisted reproductive technologies. Some background Previous studies have suggested that assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) increase the risk of birth defects. ARTs include in-vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmatic sperm injection (ICSI),...
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In a nutshell This study examined which intrauterine insemination (IUI) protocol yields the best pregnancy outcomes in women in which ovulation was induced using medications. Some background The first line of treatment in many infertile couples is the combination of ovulation induction drugs plus IUI. Induced ovulation involves giving medications,...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This trial compares two treatment protocols for couples without a known cause for infertility: a conventional and an accelerated regimen. Some background Fertility treatments and procedures are usually given in a step-wise fashion. For most couples with trouble conceiving, the first fertility treatment given...
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This article reviewed current research data regarding the infertility workup of couples where the woman also suffered from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a common condition affecting between 5-10% of women. An important feature of PCOS is the lack of ovulation, associated with irregular menstruation, which may lead to...
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In a nutshell This short article reviews a new available blood test used to assess ovarian reserve in women considering fertility treatments: Antimullerian hormone (AMH) testing. Some background Ovarian reserve refers to the amount of eggs remaining in the ovaries at a given time. Assessment of ovarian reserve is very important in guiding...
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