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What is 'assisted conception'?
By Laura Lee Davies on 08/09/2010 01:39:01
Assisted conception or assisted reproductive technology can help a woman to get pregnant through various treatments.
these treatments being referred to as Assisted Reproductive Technology (or ART). This can simply be giving the whole process a bit of a nudge or anything up to full-on medical involvement with the conception. Drugs will be used to help 'ripen' the eggs and make
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Panorama exposes unlicensed IVF clinic
By Monica Stylli on 16/01/2007 10:22:54
HFEA called in to investigate the treatment patients have received at the Assisted Reproductive and Gynaecology Centre (ARGC).
Last night BBC One aired IVF Undecover, a documentary which was filmed undercover at the Assisted Reproductive and Gynaecology Centre (ARGC). It is run by Britain's most successful IVF doctor Mohamed Taranissi who has produced 2,300 babies in seven
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Free 60-second online test to predict your IVF chances
By Kimberley Smith on 05/01/2011 12:15:05
The nine simple questions that claim to be 99% accurate in predicting your IVF success
A free online quiz of nine questions could predict your chances of IVF success. Developed by British researchers using stats from all the IVF cycles carried out between 2003 and 2007 in the UK, the test claims to be 99% accurate.The quiz takes into account the causes of infertili...
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IVF linked to risk of placenta previa
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/05/2006 13:53:37
New study suggests an increased risk of placenta previa in pregnancies created through IVF or ICSI treatment.
An extensive study in Norway suggests there may be a link between some forms of assisted reproduction and the condition placenta previa. Placenta previa is a condition in pregnancy, where placenta is covering part or all of the cervix and therefore
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Five million test tube babies born to date
By Sophie Westnedge on 04/07/2012 09:48:17
IVF hits a remarkable milestone
Five million “test tube babies” have now been born around the world, according to research announced at a conference of fertility experts.Experts hailed the data presented at The International Committee for Monitoring Assisted Reproductive
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First genetic test to predict IVF success
By Susie Boone on 20/12/2010 17:15:47
Scientists identify gene closely linked with likelihood to conceive through IVF
gene appears directly associated with IVF outcomes,” said CHR’s Clinical Director of Assisted Reproduction, David Barad.
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New IVF research could guarantee pregnancy every time
By Jenny Bamberger on 18/10/2011 16:33:43
Significant development in IVF could ensure a 100% success rate
prize by US Society for Assisted Reproductive Technologies, offering promise for future couples struggling to conceive.More IVF breakthrough news...Doctors can tell which women are more likely to get pregnantNew simple test helps sperm's success
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Endometriosis linked to fats in your diet
By Cassandra Kempster-Roberts on 24/03/2010 13:29:15
The kind of fat you eat can increase or decrease your chances of suffering from endometriosis, a condition that can make it harder to conceive, say researchers
gives us a strong indication that we’re on the right track in identifying food rich in Omega-3 oils as protective for endometriosis and trans fats as detrimental,” said Dr Stacey Missmer, the lead author and an assistant professor of obstetrics
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NHS IVF good for UK economy
By Laura Lee Davies on 20/06/2006 10:51:58
Professor Bill Ledger argues that children born by IVF play a long-term role in helping the economy of the UK.
The annual conference organised by the European Society of Human Reproduction & Embryology is taking place this week in Prague.Through the week, various discussions and presentations will look at the areas of interest in assisted conception
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Unexpectedly pregnant? Don’t panic
By ThinkBaby on 25/09/2009 01:37:54
Follow our steps to get yourself on the right track
’re a sexually active woman of reproductive age then at some point you could find yourself pregnant unexpectedly. Depending on your circumstances you might greet the news with enthusiasm, or you could be very unhappy to be pregnant, even more likely you
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