Oogenesis is the process by which an ovarian germ cell becomes a female gamete, an egg. A functional egg is capable of undergoing fertilization and giving rise to a developing embryo, and it should ...

Since the effects of gender-affirming therapy on fertility are unknown, multiple medical societies endorse the preservation of fertility in persons who identify as transgender. 1-3 In transgender male ...

Human oocytes can last for up to 50 years—and a newly discovered metabolic pathway is key to this longevity. By Lauren J. Young Published Jul 22, 2022 2:45 PM EDT Get the Popular Science daily ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Researchers have developed an innovative technique to rejuvenate aged oocytes, or immature egg cells, to boost their quality, paving the way for improved outcomes for in-vitro fertilization. This ...

Extracellular vesicles have been engineered as enhanced drug vehicles, and have emerged as therapeutic agents showing promising results across various pathological conditions. However, they also play ...

Oocyte cryopreservation is a suitable fertility preservation option for women who are not partnered, have ethical objections to cryopreserving embryos or wish to have complete reproductive autonomy.

The process of Oocyte Cryopreservation starts with a transvaginal ultrasound and a series of blood tests to assess ovarian health and function. With IVF and egg-freezing techniques, women no longer ...

Most premenopausal women with early breast cancer accepted GnRHa therapy during chemotherapy to preserve ovarian function, ...

Data from the PREFER study—a large, multicenter prospective cohort in Italy—show that while most premenopausal women with early breast cancer opted for GnRHa therapy to protect their ovaries during ...

The Health Department has ordered action against four private hospitals in Salem, Krishnagiri and Erode for violations under Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act and Pre-Conception and ...