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How effective is IVF? The Outcome of In Vitro Fertilization

April 10, 2009 @ 03:06 PM — by unknown
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Many people look at the in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure as the gold standard of fertility treatment, but that isn't always true. Before investing your time, hope, and money in this popular fertility treatment, it is important to understand the success rate of the procedure and other common outcomes. If you understand the ins and outs of in vitro fertilization you can make a more educated decision on whether or not the procedure is right for you. When in vitro fertilization (IVF) was first introduced as a method of conception it often took women multiple attempts at the procedure before conception occurred. However, in recent years the advances in technology have increased the success rate of the procedure and many women conceive on the first try now. In fact, on average just below 30% of all women achieve pregnancy through IVF. There are many things that can take place as a result of having in vitro fertilization. The most common abnormal results would include either an ec

Three Causes of Female Infertility

April 10, 2009 @ 02:59 PM — by unknown
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When a couple fails to conceive after they try to conceive for a year they are considered infertile. Infertility in a couple can be a result of problems with the male, female, or both. Unfortunately, female infertility makes up 70% of the cases of couples who are infertile. This is because the female reproductive system is very complex, and the slightest problem can disrupt the entire system. The following are the top three causes of female infertility. Ovulation Disorders Ovulation disorders account for about 30% of all problems with female infertility. If you have deficiencies in your luteinizing hormone or the hormone that stimulates your ovarian follicles, it will disrupt ovulation. If you do not ovulate regularly it is very difficult to conceive. Endometriosis Endometriosis is another condition that can cause fertility problems in females. In fact, this condition may account for more than 30% of all females dealing with infertility. This condition causes tissue from the lining
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