BACKGROUND: Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been shown to disrupt normal follicular development and ovulation. However, it is unknown which specific PFAS in follicular fluid negatively impact oocyte development and…
BACKGROUND: Adenomyosis is thought to be associated with adverse perinatal outcomes. This study aimed to assess the relationship between pre-pregnancy uterine volume and preterm birth in singleton gravid women with adenomyosis. METHODS: We…
Embryo selection in in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET) mostly relies on morphological assessment using a conventional microscope or the time-lapse monitoring system, which is not comprehensive. Inappropriate levels of reactive …
BACKGROUND: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder affecting reproductive age females and an important cause of infertility. Although the etiology is complex and its pathogenesis remains unclear, the patholog…
BACKGROUND: Frozen-thawed embryo transfer (FET) is thought to be associated with obstetric and neonatal complications after in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic single sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) treatment. The study aimed to determine wh…