Fertility treatments and procedures encompass a wide range of scientific approaches aimed at helping individuals or couples conceive a child. One common fertility treatment is in vitro fertilization (IVF), which involves the fertilization of an egg with sperm outside the body, in a laboratory setting. This procedure can be particularly beneficial for individuals with issues related to egg quality, tubal factors, or sperm-related problems.
Another example of a fertility treatment is intrauterine insemination (IUI), where sperm is directly placed into the uterus around the time of ovulation. This can be a viable option for couples dealing with male infertility, unexplained infertility, or cervical factor infertility.
Furthermore, advancements in fertility science have led to the development of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), which allows for the screening of embryos for genetic disorders prior to implantation during IVF. This technology can significantly increase the chances of a successful pregnancy while minimizing the risk of passing on genetic diseases.
References:
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Jansen, R. P. (2017). The science of preimplantation genetic testing. Fertility and Sterility, 107(5), 1108-1112.