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What Genetic Diseases Can PGD Test for?
PGD is a reproductive technology that is used to prevent the transfer to the uterus of embryos with chromosomal or genetic disorders, which could result in recurrent miscarriages or the birth of children with severe diseases. Read more
IMSI in IVF - differences to ICSI, advantages and disadvantages
IMSI consists of an improved technique of the classic ICSI in which spermatozoa are morphologically selected to be microinjected. Therefore, IMSI is especially indicated in males with severe teratozoospermia, as well as fertilization failure, implantation failure, etc. Read more
Azoospermia - Can a Man Actually Have Zero Sperm Count?
In secretory azoospermia and obstructive azoospermia, the number of spermatozoa found in the ejaculate is zero. This alteration of the semen can only be detected by a seminogram or spermogram, since it does not cause any apparent symptoms in the male. Read more
Embryo transfer: How many embryos should be transferred in IVF?
Deciding the number of embryos to transfer influences the success rates, whether they are vitrified (frozen), fresh or ovodonation embryo cycles. Read more
Is it possible to achieve pregnancy in men with teratozoospermia?
Teratozoospermia is the term used when a semen sample contains a large number of amorphous sperm. Couples in which the male partner suffers from teratozoospermia may need assisted reproductive treatment in order to have a baby. Read more
Treatment of Teratozoospermia - Can It Be Cured?
Teratozoospermia or teratospermia can be treated with natural remedies, although it cannot be cured with this treatment option, especially in the most severe cases. Read more
Uterine Factor Infertility - Diagnosis, Characteristics & Treatment
Uterine factor infertility or UFI refers to the set of causes of female infertility due to uterine causes, including Müllerian duct or uterine anomalies, alterations in the uterine lining, tumors, etc. Click here to read more. Read more
What Diseases Are Associated with Azoospermia?
There exist various diseases that can compromise sperm production in males, thereby leading to azoospermia. These include cryptorchidism, cystic fibrosis, varicocele, etc. Read more
How Successful Is IVF with ICSI? - Pregnancy & Live Birth Rates
Los resultados de la ICSI ofrecen tasas de parto de alrededor de un 26% por transferencia. No obstante, la edad de la mujer es un factor que influye negativamente y esta tasa de éxito varía en función de la edad de la paciente. Debido a esto, el porcentaje se reduce a 11,4% si la mujer es igual o mayor de 40 años. Read more
Pregnancy over the age of 40 - the options and associated risks
Late motherhood is becoming increasingly popular. Having a child at 40 due to social reasons is common today. However, fertility diminishes over time, and subsequently the risks associated with pregnancy are greater. Read more
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection: What is ICSI and how much is it?
IVF with ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a procedure that consists in injecting the sperm directly into the egg to acheive fertilization. It is used in the most severe cases of male infertility. Read more
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. Read more
