Immunologic Implantation Dysfunction (IID) -Making the Diagnosis
Currently there are fewer than a dozen immunology reference
laboratories in the U.S that are capable of analyzing the required
elements with a sufficient degree... Read more.
Immunologic Implantation Dysfunction (IID): Treatment
In the United States, effective treatment of NK/CTL activation
associated with either alloimmune or autoimmune implantation
dysfunction requires the administration... Read more.
IVF-Gestational Surrogacy: An Overview
IVF surrogacy involves the transfer of one or more embryos into the
uterus o...... Read more.
Launching Ovarian Stimulation with a BCP: How Does it Affect Response?
One often hears the expressed opinion that the BCP suppresses response
to ovarian stimulation. This is not the case, provided that the BCP is
overlapped with... Read more.
Immunologic Implantation Dysfunction (IID) & Infertility (IID): PART 1-Background
In 15-20% of women who have infertility or RPL, the cause will be
immunologic implantation dysfunction (IID). Accordingly, all women who
have predisposing factors... Read more.
Implications of Empty Follicle Syndrome and Premature Luteinization
Frequently, when following vigorous and often repeated flushing of
follicles at egg retrieval they fail to yield eggs, it is ascribed to
“Empty Follicle Syndrome.”... Read more.
Preventing Severe Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome with “Prolonged Coasting”
I do not use antagonists in high responders (e.g., PCOS) because it
interferes with the assay of E2 (often causing the value to be
understated), a valuable index... Read more.
Secondary Infertility: Addressing the Root Causes
It is one thing for a woman who has never been able to conceive
(primary infertility) to come to grips with undergoing In Vitro
Fertilization. It is quite another... Read more.
Staggered IVF: An Excellent Option When Advancing Age and Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR) Reduces IVF Success Rate
Many physicians treating infertile women over 40 years old who have
patent fallopian tubes still opt to start with the least invasive
strategy rather than going... Read more.
The Role of Nutritional Supplements in Preparing for IVF
It is important to take care of yourself mentally and physically when
preparing and going through your IVF journey. This starts with trying
to have a positive... Read more.