ImportanceSurplus cryopreserved embryos pose a challenge for in vitro fertilization patients and clinics; with Roe v. Wade overturned, some states may deem the discarding of surplus embryos illegal, radically changing in vitro fertilization…
BACKGROUND: Patients have many beliefs regarding lifestyle factors and IVF outcomes. METHODS: Observational study of 208 IVF patients at an academic infertility center. Main outcome measures were perceived influence of various lifestyle fa…
Infertility is a relatively common condition, greatly affecting couples medically and psychologically. Although infertility treatment is safe, it can be time-intensive, expensive and increase the risk of multiple gestations. Thus, to reduce…
PURPOSE: To assess how patients perceive various lifestyle behaviors impact IVF success. METHODS: Cross-sectional study of heterosexual, English-speaking couples (n = 138) who completed web-based surveys during IVF treatment cycle. Perceiv…
Background and objectivesWomen's use of alcohol in pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of fetal loss and birth defects. Also, alcohol use in women decreases the success of infertility treatment, such as in vitro fertilization (IV…