endometrium
Diseases and disorders that cause female infertility: warning signs
About 33% of infertility cases are due to a female factor and there are multiple alterations and diseases that can affect female fertility. Here we present the most frequent factors that cause female infertility, as well as the pathologies associated with each of them. Read more
What Are Uterine Fibroids? - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Fibroids are benign tumors in the myometrium, the muscular layer of the uterus. They are also known as fibroids, fibromyomas and leiomyomas. The cause of myomatosis is unknown, but they are related to estrogen levels. After menopause, fibroids shrink in size, although they do not disappear. Read more
What is the probability of success of intrauterine insemination?
The chances of success of artificial insemination depend on several factors, such as using the partner's sperm or donor sperm, for example. Also, artificial insemination has a cumulative pregnancy rate, so success could be achieved after two, three, or four attempts. Read more
Endometrial Preparation for Implantation After IVF Embryo Transfer
Endometrial preparation or priming is necessary in all fertility treatment cycles. It paves the way for embryo implantation after the embryo transfer. Read more
What is the endometrium? - Thickening, types and pathologies
The endometrium is the inner layer of the uterus that thickens during each menstrual cycle so that the embryo can implant and pregnancy can occur. Read more
What's the Difference Between Zygote, Embryo & Fetus?
Embryonic development consists of different stages. From fertilisation to birth we distinguish between zygote, embryo, foetus and baby. Specifically, the term embryo is used until the 8th week of gestation, after which it is called foetus until the baby is born. Read more
Infertility and body mass index: How does BMI affect Fertility?
Having an adequate body mass index (BMI) is very important when considering pregnancy, as excessive thinness and overweight can lead to alterations in fertility and an increased risk of obstetric complications. Read more
Assisted reproduction techniques: differences and complexities
Assisted reproduction techniques are classified into low or high complexity treatments, depending on whether it is artificial insemination or IVF/ICSI, for example. The choice of one fertility treatment or another will depend on the characteristics and needs of each patient, as well as the reason for infertility. Read more
Intrauterine hematomas in pregnancy: their cause and treatment
Intrauterine hematomas are clotted blood structures that appear in the uterine cavity. Specifically, they are located between the tissues of the chorion or placenta and the surface of the uterus, resulting in a high-risk pregnancy. Read more
What Is Endometriosis? - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Endometriosis is a common disease that can hinder pregnancy in women. There are different degrees and its diagnosis can be difficult. To date, the exact causes of endometriosis are not known, although there are several accepted theories. Read more
Asherman’s Syndrome - Signs, Treatment & Chances of Pregnancy
Asherman's syndrome is a pathology characterized by the presence of uterine adhesions or synechiae that cause adhesion between the walls of the uterus. This syndrome is frequently caused by uterine curettage and can cause fertility problems in women. Read more
Why is the endometrium important in assisted reproduction?
The endometrium is the layer that lines the inside of the uterus and therefore plays a decisive role in embryo implantation. Currently, there are different tests that help to determine the best time for embryo implantation through the study of different characteristics of the endometrium. Read more
