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Understanding the Results of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis
The probability of obtaining a positive pregnancy test after an embryo transfer is higher when the embryos have been genetically analyzed with PGT. According to the latest SEF data from 2022, the pregnancy rate per transfer in IVF cycles with PGT was 52.0%.
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Ovarian Teratoma - Can It Contain Teeth, Hair & Other Organs?
A teratoma is a tumor of embryonic origin that can be mature or immature. Ovarian cystic teratoma is the most common in women and is benign. Symptoms will depend on the type of teratoma and complications may arise.
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What is anovulation? - Causes, symptoms and treatment
Anovulation is a cause of female infertility mainly due to an endocrine factor. The ovaries of these women are not able to release mature eggs, so there will be no fertilization with any sperm and pregnancy will not occur.
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What is hyperprolactinemia? - Causes, symptoms and treatments
Hyperprolactinemia is a hormonal disorder characterized by an excess of the hormone prolactin in the blood, which can lead to female infertility due to altered menstrual cycle and anovulation. Occasionally, treatment can be established and ovarian function restored.
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Embryo Transfer in Natural Cycles: Advantages & Disadvantages
The transfer of frozen embryos in a natural cycle consists of taking advantage of the endogenous hormone production by the ovary and the natural growth of the endometrium to carry out the transfer at the most ideal moment.
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What should be considered in the 21st week of pregnancy?
During the 21st week of gestation, the woman no longer feels the typical discomfort of the first months of pregnancy, but will feel better. This week of pregnancy is a good time to do some moderate exercise to avoid fluid retention.
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What are the signs of fertility in women?
Detecting the time of ovulation becomes very important when looking for a pregnancy, since these days are the days of greatest female fertility. There are methods that can help identify the ovulatory period, such as measuring the basal temperature, the position of the cervix and the appearance of the cervical mucus.
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Which Methods Are Used to Diagnose PCOS?
The diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complicated process, as the symptoms of this pathology can be very heterogeneous. The woman must have at least 2 of the Rotterdam criteria to diagnose PCOS.
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What Are the Disadvantages of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)?
In vitro fertilisation carries some risks that may occur during the ovarian stimulation phase or after embryo transfer, as the rate of ectopic pregnancy or multiple pregnancy is higher in these patients.
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Can pregnancy tests fail? False positives and negatives
Pregnancy tests can sometimes give wrong results. Taking a pregnancy test too early is one of the main causes of a false-negative test result. A false positive pregnancy test may occur with certain tumors, ectopic or anembryonic pregnancy.
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Week 16 of pregnancy: changes in the fetus and mother
The 16th week of pregnancy corresponds to the end of the fourth month of pregnancy. This is the time when pregnancy is most enjoyable and the changes in the mother's body are already noticeable. There is an increase in the volume and sensitivity of the breasts and the belly also increases in size.
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What is healthy eating for children?
The diet of children, like that of adults, should be complete and balanced, with all the necessary nutrients and in the right amount. Acquiring good eating habits as children will influence how they eat as adults. In addition, it is important to stay active and respect the hours of sleep.
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