Infertility treatments linked to higher risk births
Vascular and other pregnancy complications as well as caesarean deliveries are more common with assisted reproduction, data show.
Tag: IVF
Does adding growth hormone boost success in IVF?
A Cochrane review finds a benefit for women with poor ovarian response but the evidence is weak, authors say.
MBS items for IVF genetic testing on way
Five new rebates will be available from 1 November for pre-implantation genetic testing: Greg Hunt.
Undiagnosed endometriosis ‘compromises IVF success’
Australian researchers say first-line use of intrauterine insemination in women with the condition may add delay.
IVF reforms to open door for more doctors, patients
Doctors outside IVF clinics would be able to provide some fertility services if a new bill is passed in Victoria.
Are pharma payments to doctors driving IVF overuse?
Australian researchers say the 'considerable' sums spent by companies on fertility clinicians and events may be responsible for unnecessary treatme…
IVF: Artificial-cycle frozen-embryo transfer ‘raises pre-eclampsia risk’
When possible, the natural ovulatory cycle should be used, researchers say.
A GP guide to endometrial infertility
A variety of endometrial pathologies can impact fertility. Know how to diagnose and treat these in a timely manner to help maximise the chance of c…
Federal Government launches new ‘IVF success rate’ calculator
Patients can also compare fertility clinics' success rates, but there are some caveats.
Chances of having a second baby using ART ‘favourable’
Estimates of success based on data from Australian women will be useful in counselling parents, researchers say.
