The ovaries have two main compartments: follicles (the dark areas seen on an ultrasound) and the stroma or theca (the white outer perimeter surrounding…
Premature luteinization, is a condition where a progressive increase in LH (luteinizing hormone) disrupts the development and maturation of follicles and eggs before the…
Understanding the intricate interplay of hormones and the impact on egg development empowers us to create personalized protocols, offering hope for improved egg quality…
It's crucial for women to make informed decisions about fertility preservation. Delaying trying to conceive, relying on egg freezing, or assuming the biological clock…
Staggered IVF With PGS/PGT: A Major Breakthrough in the Treatment of Older Women and Those with Diminished Ovarian Reserve “Staggered (ST) IVF refers to the…
Does Birth Control Pill (BCP) Suppress Ovarian Follicular Response Or Compromise Egg/Embryo Quality? Many people believe that using the birth control pill (BCP) can…
“Empty Follicle Syndrome" is a misleading term because follicles always contain eggs. However, some eggs may have difficulties detaching and being retrieved. This is…
Cryopreservation of human embryos has been a routine procedure since the early 1980s. Until quite recently, it involved a “conventional” slow freezing process which…
BEST OVARIAN STIMULATION PROTOCOLS FOR IVF WITH GUEST DR. GEOFFREY SHER To view the PODCAST CLICK HERE [https://youtu.be/dBq57mVIrkc] This article originally appeared on…
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal system disorder among women affecting between 5% and 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide. Women…