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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. Read more
How Does the Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) Procedure Work?
Frozen embryo transfer, also known as delayed embryo transfer, is an option that can be performed in both natural and surrogate cycles. The cost of frozen embryo transfer is lower than IVF. Read more
Sperm freezing: indications, process, result and price
Semen freezing is a technique to preserve male fertility. It is a procedure that allows cryopreserved seminal samples to be stored in semen banks. In this way, patients will be able to use these samples in the future to carry out assisted reproduction treatments. Read more
Embryo transfer: when and how is it done?
In the embryo transfer, the best quality embryos created in the laboratory by IVF/ICSI are introduced into the patient's uterus. It is a simple process that does not require anesthesia and after which the patient returns home with a normal life, but avoiding great physical efforts. Read more
IVF or ICSI: What is the difference? Which is better?
The conventional IVF technique and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) have certain differences, although both are in vitro fertilization (IVF) techniques. Each of these techniques is characterized by the way in which it promotes fertilization of the egg by the sperm. Read more
What is a sperm cell like? Its structure, parts and functions
Spermatozoa or sperm cells are the male reproductive cells. They are composed of three parts: head, middle-piece and tail. Learn about their functions here. Read more
What are the differences between primary and secondary infertility?
The main difference between primary and secondary infertility is whether the couple has had a previous child or not. In the case of not having children, the couple will suffer primary infertility and if they have already had a baby in the past but now they have not, the infertility will be considered secondary Read more
What Is Artificial Insemination (AI)? - Process, Cost & Types
Artificial insemination consists of introducing a capacitated semen sample into the uterus. It is a simple process and its price is 1000$-2500$, difference due to the fertility clinic and the origin of the sperm. Read more
What foods are the most recommended during pregnancy?
During pregnancy it is important to pay attention to nutrition, so that there is no deficit of any important nutrient for the mother and the baby, to keep weight gain under control within the recommended limits for pregnancy and because it can help to alleviate certain discomforts. Read more
What does the 19th week of pregnancy look like? How big is the baby?
The 19th week of pregnancy corresponds to the fifth month of gestation and, therefore, to the second trimester. The pregnant woman and the baby will undergo changes. The baby will measure about 13-15 cm and weigh about 200 grams, so its size is often compared to the size of a mango. Read more
What Diseases Are Associated with Oligospermia?
Oligospermia consists of a low concentration of sperm in the ejaculate. This seminal alteration usually occurs in the company of other pathologies in men, such as, for example, varicocele, hydrocele or cryptorchidism.
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What is meant by egg vitrification and what are its advantages?
Vitrification or "freezing" of eggs is the assisted reproduction technique that allows preserving a woman's fertility until the moment she wishes to become a mother. In this way, the eggs remain vitrified in liquid nitrogen at -196ºC until the woman decides to use them to become pregnant. Read more
