In Vitro Fertilization - Science topic

Plain Language Summary Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the uterus (womb) is found in other locations in the body such as, but not limited to, the ovaries, bowel and bladder. It is a common condition that can affect up to one in 10 women and can be found in between three to five in 10 women who have been diagnosed with subfertility....

Objective . This study assessed associations between season, temperature, direct normal irradiance (DNI), and clinical pregnancy outcomes in first fresh in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle. Methods . We conducted a retrospective cohort study (June 2021-October 2023) of 1179 patients undergoing fresh IVF cycles. Inclusion criteria required age ≤ 45 y...

Accurately identifying oocytes that progress to the blastocyst stage is crucial in reproductive medicine, but the limited availability of annotated high-quality embryo images presents challenges for developing automated diagnostic tools. To address this, we propose BlastDiffusion, a generative model based on Latent Diffusion Models (LDMs) that synt...

Objective This study aimed to evaluate oxidative stress in follicular fluid by measuring oxidation–reduction potential and determine its correlation with embryo quality in patients with diminished ovarian reserve. Methods This cross-sectional study included 134 patients with diminished ovarian reserve and 82 patients with normal ovarian reserve. F...

The study by Morshed‐Behbahani et al. highlights that financial barriers are not the sole obstacle to accessing infertility treatment. To ensure equal access for all, infertility treatment should be regarded as a universal human right, with the public sector assuming responsibility for its provision. This study examines the use of Public–Private Pa...

Prognosis in individuals undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) is often assessed using anti-other commonly employed laboratory methods. Blood samples from 120 low-prognosis females undergoing IVF treatment at the ASHA Infertility Clinic, Primasatya Husada Citra Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, were analyzed using both Cobas e411 (Roche) and Maglumi...

Background Natural cycle in vitro fertilization (NC-IVF) represents a convenient and safe assisted reproductive technology, making it particularly advantageous for patients with poor ovarian response (POR). This research evaluates the effectiveness of NC-IVF for women with POR, aiming to inform personalized treatment decisions. Method This retrosp...

Purpose As social media grows as a health resource, IVF patients turn to Facebook and Reddit for guidance, while providers share educational content on TikTok and Instagram. This study examines the alignment between patient inquiries and provider content to identify gaps in digital fertility education. Methods A cross-sectional qualitative analysi...

Dydrogesterone (DYG) in the progestin-primed ovarian stimulation (PPOS) protocol is an alternative progestin with weaker pituitary suppression than medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) in women with normal ovulation. However, the endocrinological characteristics, oocyte retrieval, and pregnancy outcomes of DYG in PPOS patients undergoing in vitro fert...

To evaluate the current perspectives on reporting success rates for assisted reproductive technology, the authors conducted a nationwide survey. Of the 327 facilities that responded (response rate: 53.5%), over half recognized potential benefits of reporting in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates, such as aiding patients in selecting a clinic (...

This paper introduces a comprehensive modeling framework for in vitro fertilization (IVF) by combining two distinct yet complementary modeling approaches. First, an artificial neural network (ANN) model is developed to capture intricate relationships within the IVF system, leveraging its ability to learn complex patterns from empirical data. The AN...

Background Thin endometrium (TE) is a significant limiting factor for successful in vitro fertilization (IVF) and embryo transfer (ET), often resulting in poor pregnancy outcomes. Current therapeutic options remain limited and inconsistent in efficacy. Objective This review aims to comprehensively evaluate the clinical potential of platelet-rich p...

Abstract Langmuir-Blodgett (LB) films have long been used to deposit molecular monolayers with controlled orientation, yet their underlying mechanism has remained incompletely understood. This paper reinterprets LB film function through the lens of Stein Theory, identifying the key role of proton corridor initiation and face-lock alignment in enabl...

This paper introduces a new clinical platform for women’s health based on a physical mechanism known as proton corridor alignment — a structural framework within tissue that guides healing, signal clarity, and functional repair. We present two deployable tools: (1) a topical flake cream made from corridor-aligned film fragments that restore geometr...

Sperm DNA fragmentation is a primary cause of male infertility, affecting ART outcomes and success rates. Sperm has no DNA repair mechanisms because it is transcriptionally quiet. Oocytes’ repairing capacity is one of the suggested methods to overcome the situation. However, based on the hypothesis that oocyte age may also have an impact on this ta...

Introduction: Obesity and overweight are significant risk factors for perinatal morbidity and mortality, and an increasing number of women of reproductive age are being offered bariatric surgery. The present study investigated the outcomes of pregnancies and births after bariatric surgery (BS). Materials and methods: All patients who gave birth at...

In a recent publication (Reprod. Biomed. Online, 2024) it was presented point of view that, for post-cancer patients, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is a more effective method than ovarian tissue cryopreservation (OTC). In their commentary, Andersen et al. (Reprod. Biomed. Online, 2024) present nine distinct arguments advocating for the use of OTC. W...

Background Infertility affects a significant portion of the global population, with male factor infertility contributing to nearly half of all cases. The success of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), depends on selecting high-quality sperm with optimal motility, morphology, and DNA integrity. The Q300™ d...

Under current IVF protocols, fewer than 1 in 35 mature eggs leads to a live birth. With Stein-aligned optimisation, that could rise to 1 in 6-a jump from ~3% to over 15% per mature oocyte. This dramatic improvement requires no new drugs, no novel biology, and no synthetic interventions-just better physics. Current IVF systems achieve mechanical uni...

To determine rates of fertilization, good-quality day 3 embryos, and blastocyst progression in sibling oocytes of the same patients undergoing piezo and calcium ionophore (CaI) activation. The retrospective cohort study included couples undergoing assisted reproductive treatment in 2023–2024 for primary infertility with a history of low fertilizati...

Background: Age-related decline in fertility is widely recognized. However, a quantitative evaluation of changes in oocyte quality and quantity remains insufficient. Therefore, developing a mathematical model to quantitatively predict live birth rates affected by these changes is essential for supporting decision-making in assisted reproductive tec...

Introduction: GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) were originally intended for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. However, they quickly proved to be effective in weight reduction and became an option for obesity therapy. A large group of patients using GLP-1RAs are women of reproductive age struggling with obesity, PCOS, or type 2 diabetes. Unfortuna...

Background Kuntai capsules, a traditional Chinese medicine, are speculated to improve the treatment outcomes of patients with ovarian reserve dysfunction (DOR), but existing evidence is limited. Objective To investigate the effects of Kuntai capsule pretreatment on the IVF/ICSI treatment outcomes of DOR patients with different ovarian stimulation...

Purpose To identify the impact of the duration of the embryo transfer procedure on pregnancy outcomes. Methods This was a retrospective cohort study at a single center including single euploid frozen embryo transfers from April to December 2022. Embryo transfer time was defined as the total time (seconds) from when the embryologist handed the cath...

Intimate citizenship, a dimension of citizenship that emerged from the second wave of feminism, refers to rights related to intimate life, including women's reproductive rights, same-sex relationships, and other related rights. In Central and Eastern Europe, these rights have been shown to come into conflict with the region's deeply embedded religi...

This manual on Assisted Reproductive Technologies provides a comprehensive and student-friendly overview of advanced reproductive interventions used in livestock species, particularly cattle. It covers the principles, protocols, and practical applications of superovulation, embryo transfer, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and related techniques such...

Background Several clinical trials support the efficacy of Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine (WS-TCM) modalities, including acupuncture, for improving outcomes among women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF), but few studies have described its real-world integration within an academic medical setting or its immediate effects on pain, s...

The use of microfluidic sperm sorting (MFSS) systems in infertility treatment is increasing due to their practicality and ease of use. While often presented as highly effective, their efficacy in patients with varying sperm analysis results remains uncertain. In this study, we evaluated the effectiveness of MFSS compared with the swim-up (SU) techn...

Purpose To assess United States (US) reproductive-aged adults’ willingness to pay for in vitro fertilization (IVF) and determine socio-demographic factors associated with their willingness to pay. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey of reproductive-aged adults (18–50 years old) to ask respondents demographic and reproductive health quest...

Fertility is a critical aspect of demographic and health studies, directly influencing population growth and public health. This study employs a bibliometric approach to analyze fertility research from 2000 to 2020, utilizing VOSviewer software to visualize the relationships between key topics in the field. Through an extensive analysis of scientif...

Abctract The effectiveness of the IVF procedure is assessed not only by the indicators of the onset of clinical pregnancy, but also by the proportion of live births, since about a third of pregnancies end in termination, which is certainly determined by many factors. Colony-stimulating factors can be considered potential predictive markers of the i...

Background Nearly all males with cystic fibrosis (MwCF) are infertile and, thus, require the use of assisted reproductive technology (ART) to have biologic children. This study aims to describe the fertility and family-building knowledge, experiences, and care utilization of this population and to compare these findings to the general United States...

Purpose To assess whether in-office intraovarian PRP injections among patients with a history of a low euploid embryo yield following freeze-all PGT-A IVF cycle improves transferable embryo yield when compared to controls. Materials and methods A retrospective case–control study, between March 2022 and December 2024 where all poor outcome patients...

Purpose To examine whether Child Welfare Advisory Committees (CWCs) assist IVF unit directors in addressing concerns about prospective parental capacity (PC). Methods An anonymous online survey of 26 IVF unit directors in Israel was conducted in November 2023, focusing on referrals to CWCs, reasons for referral, and satisfaction with CWC services....

Objective: Unexplained Infertility (UI) is a diagnosis of exclusion. Main problem is to find a treatment plan. Nowadays Assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures are undertaken in large number of them. A careful history taking and meaningful clinical examination may reveal few unnoticed causes of UI. One of them being narrow vaginal introit...

The Bombay blood group (Oh phenotype) is a rare blood type characterized by the absence of the H antigen, rendering standard O group transfusions incompatible. Its rarity presents unique challenges in obstetric care, where transfusion preparedness is critical. We describe the clinical course, transfusion planning, and perinatal outcomes in three pr...

Background: Common psychological disorders during pregnancy can have obvious harmful effects on both mother and fetus. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of psychological symptoms in low and high-risk pregnant women. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 400 low-risk and high-risk pregnant women i...

This study aimed to evaluate the predictive value of serum LH levels measured 12 hours following GnRHa trigger on mature oocyte (MII) yield in PCOS patients undergoing IVF/ICSI. The analysis did not reveal a specific LH threshold associated with either optimal or suboptimal oocyte maturation. These findings suggest that routine measurement of LH le...

Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) has been used in various forms over the last two decades. PGT involves testing early embryos following in vitro fertilization and has now become an accepted part of genetic testing. Nowadays, PGT serves as a resource for couples who have a family history of monogenic disorders, wherein the fetus is at high risk...

Background Endometrial thickness measurement (EMT) is not a reliable predictor of clinical pregnancy in Asherman syndrome (AS) patients. The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of endometrial patterns on reproductive outcomes in patients with AS for both fresh and frozen embryo transfers. Additionally, it is essential to determine the pr...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in midwifery practice has the potential to present novel opportunities that could completely transform the provision of healthcare. Maternal health pertains to the health status of women throughout their prenatal, intranatal, and postpartum periods. Application of AI tools in midwifery and obstetrics is common in many a...

Background Endometrial thickness (EMT) has been confirmed to be associated with pregnancy outcomes after in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection-embryo transfer (IVF/ICSI-ET), but studies on its relationship with neonatal outcomes are still limited. To our knowledge, this study is the first to investigate the relationship between EM...

Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) is widely used to select euploid embryos for in vitro fertilization (IVF), but its accuracy in predicting the implantation potential for full segmental aneuploid (Seg-A) embryos remains unclear. In this study, we investigated chromosomal concordance between clinically biopsied trophectoderm (TE...

Mathematical models can estimate the success rate of assisted reproductive technology (ART) and determine which treatment suits the best. In this study, the authors introduce two new dynamic models that can predict the success rate of ART models for each individual based on the etiology of their infertility, clinical findings, and lab tests. The st...

The Bombay blood group (Oh phenotype) is a rare blood type characterized by the absence of the H antigen, rendering standard O group transfusions incompatible. Its rarity presents unique challenges in obstetric care, where transfusion preparedness is critical. We describe the clinical course, transfusion planning, and perinatal outcomes in three pr...

Background: In ovarian stimulation, oocytes retrieved are commonly used to assess response to gonadotropins. Markers like FORT, FOI, and OSI have been proposed but show poor prediction of IVF outcomes. Each is limited by various clinical and technical factors. A novel index, average gonadotropin dosage per preovulatory follicle offers better predic...

Adverse pregnancy outcomes (APOs) affect approximately 20% pregnant women, and their incidence is increasing. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of cardiovascular health (CVH) during pregnancy on APOs. We analyzed data from 14,930 pregnant women in the Tohoku Medical Megabank Project Birth and Three-Generation Cohort Study. CVH sta...

The depletion of ovarian reserve is a major factor contributing to the decline in female fertility. It is characterized by a simultaneous reduction in the quantity and quality of oocytes and the follicular pools. The cyclic recruitment of primordial follicles and the preservation of oocyte quality involve complex and tightly regulated biological pr...

Background: Given the common occurrence of mosaicism and aneuploidy in IVF embryos, our study aimed to retrospectively identify whether specific chromosomal regions or individual chromosomes are predominantly affected in our clinic. Understanding these patterns can improve embryo selection, reduce miscarriage risks, and enhance genetic counseling....

Background: Infertility affects 8%–12% of couples worldwide, with over 20% of couples of reproductive age in Indonesia experiencing infertility. Reproductive assistance techniques (ART), especially in vitro fertilization (IVF), are commonly used to address this issue, yet implantation success rates remain low. One influencing factor is endometrial...

Objectives To describe the clinical presentation and response to medication in two cases of self-limiting KCNQ2-related epilepsy. Case presentation Both infants were born at term and had tonic seizures during the first two weeks after birth. The first infant had frequent seizures at presentation requiring two weeks of hospital stay. The second inf...

Purpose The aim of this research is to assess the development potential of oocytes and zygotes obtained from Natural cycle IVF (NC-IVF), different minimal stimulation IVF (Min stim-IVF) and conventionally stimulated IVF (cIVF) treatment protocols. Methods International multi-centre retrospective cohort study including 1483 NC-IVF, 1208 Min stim-IV...

Introduction: Ovarian tissue cryopreservation (OTC) and transplantation and oocyte cryopreservation (OC) are pivotal fertility preservation techniques for women facing infertility due to gonadotoxic treatments. This review compares the clinical effectiveness of these methods in adult women. Methods: A literature search on PubMed was conducted, id...

Poor ovarian response (POR) is a challenge in reproductive medicine, often leading to suboptimal outcomes in IVF/ICSI cycles. Autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections have emerged as a potential therapy to enhance ovarian function. This study aims to compare the efficacy of single versus double PRP ovarian injections in improving ovarian re...

Métodos baseados em inteligência artificial (IA) são ideais para manipular, processar e analisar grandes volumes de dados gerados ao longo das etapas das Técnicas de Reprodução Assistida (TRA). Esses dados podem ser de vários tipos, inclusive números, textos e imagens. Isso pode ocorrer, já durante a avaliação do potencial reprodutivo da paciente c...

Approximate Nearest Neighbor Search (ANNS) presents an inherent tradeoff between performance and recall (i.e., result quality). Each ANNS algorithm provides its own algorithm-dependent parameters to allow applications to influence the recall/performance tradeoff of their searches. This situation is doubly problematic. First, the application develop...

While catastrophic IVF errors like sample mix-ups attract public and legal scrutiny, smaller deviations from Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) often escape attention despite being frequent and indicative of systemic weakness. This study reveals that 13% of IVF procedures analysed using the IMT Matcher system involved SOP deviations. These findin...

Risk assessment in IVF has traditionally relied on theoretical models and isolated adverse event reviews. However, these approaches often miss the broader, recurring patterns of human and procedural error that occur daily in fertility laboratories. This study uses data from 414,500 assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures across ten clinic...

Purpose Cell-free mitochondrial DNA (cf-mtDNA) has emerged as a promising non-invasive method to predict embryo implantation potential. This study presents the first sequencing of cf-mtDNA in follicular fluid, aiming to explore the impact of ovarian stimulation treatment on the accumulation of mtDNA mutations and assess their implications for IVF o...

Background The global health crisis of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to impact people of all age groups worldwide. Recent studies increasingly support that COVID-19 infection may affect reproductive function, causing subfertility and infertility. It is a prospective observational cohort study conducted in the Reproductive and Geneti...

Purpose Human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection, has been proposed as a potential factor in male infertility. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of HPV in semen samples from men undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) in Sweden and evaluate its association with semen parameters and embryological outcomes....

Objective To evaluate the differences in total number of oocytes and MII oocytes retrieved with gonadotropin dosing in adolescent and young adult patients compared to older patients undergoing fertility preservation cycles for cancer diagnosis. Design Retrospective cohort. Setting Single academic institution. Patient(s) All patients less than 35...

Background Sequential embryo transfer (SEQET) can increase the availability of embryos at various stages within the implantation window, thus improving the outcomes of assisted conception. This research seeks to analyze and synthesize clinical information on the influence of SEQET on in vitro fertilization (IVF) embryo transfer outcomes. Methods T...

Of countries where in vitro fertilisation (IVF) has been widely implemented, Japan is distinct by the prominence of mild-stimulation IVF (mild IVF), which involves fewer medications and physical stress. It is framed as a ‘patient-friendly’ protocol in medical and public discourses. However, claims concerning friendliness are rarely examined through...

In vitro embryo production is critical for accelerating genetic improvement in livestock. Nigerian cattle breeds were not exposed to assisted reproductive technology other than artificial insemination techniques. The efficiency of producing embryos using in vitro technologies rarely exceeds the 40% threshold, indicating that the proportion of oocyt...

Purpose The effects of female aging on fertility have been extensively studied; however, this is not the case for aging males. Embryonic selection using time‐lapse observations is helpful for successful embryo transfer; however, information on the effect of male aging on time‐lapse is insufficient. We analyzed the impact of paternal aging on sperm...

An advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) model that leverages cutting-edge computer vision techniques to analyse embryo images and clinical data, enabling accurate prediction of clinical pregnancy outcomes in single embryo transfer procedures. Three AI models were developed, trained, and tested using a database comprised of a total of 1503 internat...

The roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) is Europe’s most widespread ungulate, notable for its unique trait of embryonic diapause (delayed blastocyst implantation after mating) and an ongoing debate regarding how climate change affects its parturition timing. Given the relatively constant timing of the rut, roe deer could cope with advancing greening by...

Background Infertility affects many reproductive-aged couples, with assisted reproductive technology (ART) offering hope but also significant emotional stress due to invasive procedures, hormonal fluctuations, uncertainty, and financial and emotional burden of repeated cycles. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), a common ART complication, may...

This study aimed to investigate the effect of female obesity on live birth rates (LBR) after in vitro fertilization (IVF). A comprehensive search of four databases identified 881 relevant publications. After duplicate removal using Rayyan QCRI and relevance screening, 475 full-text articles were reviewed, with seven studies ultimately meeting inclu...

Background Early reports from the beginning of this century highlighted significant ovarian damage following laparoscopic stripping of endometriomas. During the last 2 decades, the raised awareness of the possible detrimental effects of surgery has boosted the attention of surgeons on sparing ovarian reserve. Giving this increased consciousness on...

Background Idiopathic ventricular fibrillation (IVF) is a rare cause of sudden cardiac death and is a diagnosis of exclusion. With the availability of genetic testing, this condition is becoming increasingly rare. Nevertheless, in some cases, no identifiable cause is found. Management of recurrent IVF episodes poses a significant clinical challenge...

Rectus abdominis endometriosis (RAE) is a rare form of extra-pelvic endometriosis, often associated with prior surgical or gynecological procedures. We report a case of a woman in her early 30 s who presented with an eight-month history of a painful, cyclical mass in the left lower abdomen. Her history included a cesarean section, medical abortion,...

Transvaginal sonography (TVS)-guided oocyte retrieval is an assisted reproductive technology commonly performed for in vitro fertilization. This report presents the case of a 42-year-old primigravida, who presented in the second trimester of pregnancy with vaginal bleeding and left iliac fossa pain. Magnetic resonance imaging and TVS revealed a pse...

Objetivo: Avaliar as diferenças nos resultados da fala entre técnicas de reconstrução palatina e correlacioná-los com o tipo de fenda e com a idade dos pacientes no momento da cirurgia. Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo com pacientes não sindrômicos submetidos a correção de fenda palatina no hospital dos autores entre 2010 e 2020. Foram incluídos casos...

a Sirus Valizadeh, clinical master's student, Bandargaz Azad University, b maghsadmirhasanzade, clinical master's student, Bandargaz Azad University Branch. Abstract Background: Though depression is commonly encountered in IVF patients it is usually overlooked because of its complex interaction of cognitive, emotional, and social factors. Despite t...

a Sirus Valizadeh, clinical master's student, Bandargaz Azad University b maghsadmirhasanzade, clinical master's student, Bandargaz Azad University Branch. Abstract Infertility profoundly stresses life, and its treatment through in vitro fertilization (IVF) is associated with a significant psychological challenge, especially depression. This system...

Faricimab, a new drug for diabetic macular edema (DME), was made available in Japan in 2022. However, few reports have been published about its treatment outcomes in clinical practice. To assess the short-term outcomes of intravitreal faricimab (IVF) in patients with DME, the records of patients with DME receiving IVF therapy between July 2022 and...

Vector databases have emerged as a new type of systems that support efficient querying of high-dimensional vectors. Many of these offer their database as a service in the cloud. However, the variety of available CPUs and the lack of vector search benchmarks across CPUs make it difficult for users to choose one. In this study, we show that CPU micro...

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Male-factor infertility accounts for nearly half of all infertility cases worldwide, yet conventional semen analysis methods--both manual and computer-assisted--can yield inconsistent results. Such inaccuracy can lead to misleading diagnosis, unnecessary interventions (e.g., IVF/ICSI), and potentially increased healthcare costs. Here, we present a...

Purpose Endometrial receptivity is a critical determinant of successful embryo implantation and pregnancy. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogues are widely used in in vitro fertilization (IVF) but their effects on endometrial receptivity remain incompletely understood. This study aims to investigate the impact of GnRH analogues on endomet...

Purpose To compare the effects of the gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist protocol, GnRH antagonist protocol, progestin-primed ovarian stimulation (PPOS) protocol, and mild stimulation/natural cycle protocol on the cumulative live birth rate (CLBR) in patients with adenomyosis and Poseidon group 3/4. Methods A total of 1090 patients dia...

Background: Infertility as a chronic condition could be a crisis. Experiencing infertility and assisted reproductive techniques (ARTs) would be hard for patients. Based on the literature review, women perceive ARTs as more stressful than men. Type D personality has been studied in patients with chronic heart problems, showing that it makes patients...

Objective To investigate the effect of pelvic adhesions on reproductive outcomes following high‐intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation in patients with adenomyosis. Methods A total of 396 patients with adenomyosis underwent HIFU, including 148 patients with fertility requirements. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was employed to evaluate pel...

Aims The aim of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) physician-based survey was to assess current clinical practice regarding the diagnostic assessment and therapeutic management of idiopathic ventricular fibrillation (IVF) across European Society of Cardiology (ESC) countries and to evaluate adherence to the 2022 ESC guidelines for the man...

This case report describes the strategy for reclassifying embryos initially diagnosed as segmental aneuploid through preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A), potentially rescuing those embryos for clinical use. A couple undergoing IVF, facing a lack of viable embryos, opted to re-biopsy a previously tested uniform (non-mosaic) segmen...

Background Reproductive health conditions present various challenges for women in all aspects of their lives, including in the workplace. This study explores the workplace experiences of employed women with reproductive healthcare needs arising predominantly from endometriosis, as well as adenomyosis and infertility. Methods Semi-structured interv...

Purpose This study evaluated whether embryo cryopreservation before surgery (ECBS) improves clinical outcomes in in vitro fertilization (IVF) patients with endometrioma. Methods This retrospective study included patients aged 28–42 years with endometrioma who underwent oocyte retrieval at our hospital from 2019 to 2022. Seventeen patients who unde...

Fertility is often considered central to a woman's identity (Friedan, 1963), with pregnancy and motherhood holding significant cultural value. Infertility disrupts the traditional social structure of parenthood, leading to stigmatization, especially in patriarchal societies like India (Bhardwaj, 2016). This study explores the lived experiences of w...