BackgroundInfertility is common and impacts quality of life. Maternal age is an important factor in fertility status, and therefore, timely access to care is critical. Long waits for specialist care remain a reality in Canada, representing …
IntroductionWeight loss is often recommended as the primary intervention for infertility in individuals with high body mass index. However, focusing on body mass index might overlook other important factors like cardiometabolic health. This…
BackgroundLeucine-rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) p.L1795F variant was proposed as a genetic risk factor for Parkinson's disease (PD). However, its prevalence, phenotype, and origin remain unknown.ObjectiveThe aim was to evaluate the frequency…
Persons living with obesity and experiencing infertility are counselled on healthy behaviours, such as increasing physical activity levels, to improve fertility-related outcomes. However, due to the known psychological burden of receiving a…
Extensive research has been conducted to investigate the toxicological impact of dioxins on mammals, revealing profound effects on the female reproductive system in both humans and animals. Dioxin exposure significantly disrupts the intrica…
IntroductionModerate-to-high physical activity participation is associated with a reduced risk of infertility. Yet, exercise interventions that target cardiorespiratory fitness, independent of weight loss, are lacking in obesity and female …
IntroductionThere is an emerging need for plant-based, vegan options for patients requiring nutritional support.MethodsTwenty-four adults at risk of malnutrition (age: 59 years (SD 18); Sex: 18 female, 6 male; BMI: 19.0 kg/m2 (SD 3.3); mult…
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy (RN) for giant hydronephrosis (GH) is regarded as a more challenging procedure than RN for small nonfunctioning kidneys (SNFK). We describe specific technical modifications to facilit…
ObjectiveLaparoscopic reconstructive urology is undergoing rapid change. We review the current status of laparoscopic reconstructive urology, with particular respect to pyeloplasty and reconstructive ureteric surgery.MethodsAn extensive Med…