March 15th 2023
A model to estimate the optimal number of oocytes to try to fertilize during assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment predicted that 43.4% of oocyte retrievals were day 3 transfers; hence, exposing all oocytes to sperm is recommended.
Is Fertility Improved After Hysteroscopy for Uterine Cavity Abnormalities?
March 22nd 2013Hysteroscopic removal of polyps in women with unexplained infertility may increase their chances of becoming pregnant, concludes an intervention review conducted by the Cochrane Menstrual Disorders and Subfertility Group.
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Efficacy of Quick Start Hormonal Contraception
March 1st 2013Immediate start of hormonal contraception may reduce unintended pregnancies and increase method continuation, but the evidence is limited, according to the findings of an intervention review conducted by the Cochrane Fertility Regulation Group.
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BRCA gene linked with early menopause
February 14th 2013A registry-based study by researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) has shown an association between BRCA1/2 mutations and early menopause. The findings, published in Cancer, suggest that women who carry the genetic defect may be at risk of earlier infertility.
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The Most Hotly Anticipated Ob/Gyn Research of 2013
February 14th 2013New drugs, new research, new guidelines… there’s a lot for ob/gyns to look forward to in the coming year. Here, the leaders of seven ob/gyn societies share the most interesting, important, exciting things on their radar for 2013.
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The Leadership Report: The Best Ob/Gyn Research From 2012
February 14th 2013From ASRM’s removal of the ‘experimental’ label from the procedure of oocyte cryopreservation, to discoveries into the complex genetic processes involved in ovarian cancer, 2012 was another important year in ob/gyn research. Here, the leaders of seven major ob/gyn societies reflect on the most exciting research of the last year.
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IVF increases risk of blood clots during pregnancy
January 24th 2013A study published online by the British Medical Journal has shown that women who undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) are at increased risk of pulmonary embolism (PE) and venous thromboembolism (VTE) during the first trimester.
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Usefulness of SERMs for Uterine Fibroids Still Unestablished
November 28th 2012The available evidence that selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) can reduce the size of fibroids or improve clinical symptoms is inconsistent, according to the results of an updated intervention review conducted by the Cochrane Menstrual Disorders and Subfertility Group.
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Prophylactic Chemotherapy After Molar Pregnancy Is Unsupported
November 21st 2012The controversial practice of prophylactic chemotherapy to prevent gestational trophoblastic neoplasia (GTN) in women with hydatidiform mole, or molar pregnancy, is not recommended, according to the results of a recent intervention review.
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AAGL 2012: Preoperative Measurements Predict Surgical Difficulty in Overweight and Obese Women
November 9th 2012Preoperative measurement of intra-abdominal visceral fat, and the ratio of intra-abdominal visceral fat to subcutaneous fat, may help predict women at greater risk for difficulties during robotic surgery.
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Poll: Do You Educate Women about When They're Fertile?
October 9th 2012A study published online by the Journal of Advanced Nursing found that 87% of women seeking infertility treatment could not correctly identify which days of their menstrual cycle they were fertile, even though 68% said they had accurately timed intercourse in order to conceive.
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Low Oxygen Concentrations for Embryo Culture Increase Success Rates of IVF, ICSI
September 21st 2012The success rates of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) are improved when the embryo culture occurs under conditions that provide low oxygen concentrations, show the findings of a new systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Managing Elevated Lead Levels in Pregnancy
August 17th 2012Because lead easily crosses the placenta, elevated lead levels in pregnancy have been associated with gestational hypertension, spontaneous abortion, low birth weight, and impaired neurodevelopment. In a new Committee Opinion, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has reviewed screening and management policies for elevated lead levels in pregnancy.
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Timing of Endometrial Injury Matters in ART
August 15th 2012In women undergoing assisted reproductive techniques, intentional endometrial injury performed in the month prior to the embryo transfer cycle can increase the likelihood of clinical pregnancy and live birth, according to results of a new study.
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Surprising New Research on the Risks for Preterm Birth
August 6th 2012The independent risk factors for spontaneous preterm birth with intact membranes and SPTB after prelabor rupture of membranes for healthy nulliparous pregnant women are markedlydifferent, according to results of a new study.
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Embolization for Uterine Fibroids Has Benefits, But Still Impacts Reproductive Potential
July 18th 2012In a systematic review of UAE versus other surgical interventions for symptomatic uterine fibroids, researchers concluded that UAE offers substantial improvements in symptoms of uterine fibroids but may not help women who want to retain their reproductive potential.
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