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Advanced age and ERA testing: Is it useful for achieving pregnancy?
A recent study by the University of California investigates whether maternal age affects endometrial receptivity as detected by the ERA test. The results question the usefulness of this test based solely on age.
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What is embryo vitrification? How and when is this procedure used?
Nowadays, embryo freezing is carried out using the vitrification technique, which is an ultra rapid procedure that offers high survival rates of post-thaw embryos.
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Microplastics in follicular fluid: a risk to fertility
A recent Italian study has detected the presence of microplastics in the follicular fluid of women undergoing assisted reproduction treatments. This groundbreaking finding opens up new avenues of research into the impact of environmental pollution on fertility and reproductive health.
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The latest major scientific advances in assisted reproduction
Assisted reproduction technologies are advancing at an unstoppable pace. Recent research highlights the role of artificial intelligence, in vitro gametogenesis, and stem cell therapies in improving success rates and offering new options to people with fertility issues.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) in fertility treatments
Can artificial intelligence help achieve pregnancy? Learn about the latest advances: from automating semen analysis to choosing the best embryo. AI enables more accurate and personalized fertility treatments, improving clinical success in in vitro fertilization.
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What is IVF with vitrified eggs and what are the results like?
IVF with vitrified eggs is a form of IVF that has similar success rates to IVF with fresh eggs. This reproductive treatment is indicated for women who wish to preserve their fertility, either for oncological, economic and/or social reasons, among other situations.
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When does ovulation occur? What are the symptoms of it?
Ovulation is the phase of the menstrual cycle when an egg is released from the ovary to the Fallopian tube. It marks the beginning of the fertility window in women.
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The endometrial microbiome alters the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF)
Increasingly, more attention and importance is being given to the role of the endometrial microbiota (the microorganisms present inside the uterus) in relation to endometrial receptivity and the possibility of embryo implantation after assisted reproduction treatment.
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Frozen vs. fresh embryos: Does uterine preparation have an impact?
In assisted reproduction, frozen embryo transfer is common. This study evaluates whether there are differences in perinatal outcomes with fresh vs. frozen embryo transfer, as well as between different protocols for endometrial preparation prior to frozen embryo transfer.
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IVF with euploid embryos: Does maternal age affect success?
As a woman ages, the likelihood of chromosomal abnormalities (aneuploidy) in embryos increases. For this reason, PGT-A can be performed to select euploid embryos without chromosomal abnormalities for transfer. But does this equalize the success rate regardless of the woman's age?
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Sperm Test Results Explained - Interpretation & Normal Values
Understanding correctly the results of a semen analysis report is crucial to get valuable information about the quality of the sperm you produce and your overall fertility, especially if you are planning on trying for a baby.
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What are some of the main advantages of in vitro fertilization?
IVF allows pregnancy in patients with severe infertility problems. Among its many advantages are the success rates, the possibility of vitrification and the application of other complementary techniques.
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