Fertility and sterility
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Fertility Equity in Practice: Black Women's Support Needs and Recommendations for Infertility Care

Aug 7, 2026

The authors aimed to identify the specific support needs of Black women navigating infertility care and to generate strategies for improving access and patient experiences. Through a mixed-methods study involving surveys and interviews, they found that many participants felt under-supported and experienced barriers such as racism and discrimination in their care. The study highlights the importance of culturally responsive and compassionate care to enhance the experiences and outcomes for Black women facing infertility.

Association between leading follicle size and clinical pregnancy in gonadotropin-stimulated intrauterine insemination cycles with human chorionic gonadotropin trigger: a retrospective cohort study

Aug 7, 2026

The authors aimed to investigate the relationship between leading follicle size at the time of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) trigger and clinical pregnancy rates in gonadotropin-stimulated intrauterine insemination (IUI) cycles. Their findings suggest that a leading follicle size of 15-16 mm is optimal for achieving clinical pregnancy, while sizes greater than 17 mm are associated with a decreased probability of pregnancy. This research provides valuable insights for optimizing treatment protocols in gonadotropin-IUI therapies.

Autologous platelet-rich plasma on endometrial growth and reproductive outcomes in women with thin endometrium: a multicentre cohort study

Aug 5, 2026

The authors aimed to evaluate the impact of intrauterine autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) instillation on endometrial thickness and reproductive outcomes in women with thin endometrium undergoing embryo transfer. The study found that PRP treatment significantly increased endometrial thickness, but did not lead to improvements in biochemical, clinical, ongoing pregnancy, or live birth rates, suggesting that factors related to the embryo may be more critical for treatment success than endometrial thickness alone.

AI-based embryo ranking can match or improve traditional assessments but cannot predict an aneuploid chromosomal constitution

Aug 3, 2026

The authors aimed to determine whether AI-based blastocyst ranking tools could outperform traditional non-invasive assessments in prioritizing euploid embryos for transfer. Their findings indicate that while AI models can match or slightly improve upon traditional methods, none of the ranking strategies, including AI, were able to predict aneuploid embryos effectively, even when euploid siblings were present.

Recurrent implantation failure: a committee opinion

Jul 31, 2026

The authors aim to address the issue of recurrent implantation failure in patients who have experienced multiple unsuccessful embryo transfers. They review the diagnostic criteria associated with this condition and provide an evidence-based evaluation to better understand potential underlying factors affecting implantation success.

True Pelvic Congenital Arteriovenous Malformation In A Patient Seeking Pregnancy

Jul 28, 2026

The authors aim to address the diagnostic challenges and management strategies for a rare case of congenital pelvic arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in a woman desiring pregnancy. They detail the successful use of ultrasound for diagnosis, expectant management during pregnancy, and a planned cesarean delivery with preoperative embolization to mitigate hemorrhagic risks. This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing congenital AVMs to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes.

How Early-Life Adversity Relates to Reproductive Health: Fertility and Pregnancy Outcomes in the Norwegian HUNT Study

Jul 27, 2026

This study investigates how childhood adversity affects reproductive health outcomes, specifically focusing on parity, infertility, and adverse pregnancy outcomes among women in Norway. The findings reveal that women who experienced difficult childhoods have increased odds of infertility and distinct patterns of parity, as well as higher risks for complications such as small for gestational age and preterm birth. The authors emphasize the importance of considering early-life experiences in reproductive health strategies and obstetric practices.

Cumulative probability of a live birth after up to six sequential single euploid embryo transfers

Jul 27, 2026

The authors aimed to estimate the cumulative probability of achieving at least one live birth after up to six sequential single euploid embryo transfers (SET) in patients undergoing in vitro fertilization with preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A). They found that the cumulative probability of live birth increased significantly with each transfer, reaching 98.8% after six attempts, while the per-transfer live birth rate stabilized after the second transfer. The study supports the continued transfer of euploid embryos as an effective strategy for patients facing early transfer failures.

Safety and Effectiveness of an In Situ-Forming Hydrogel Barrier in Preventing Intrauterine Adhesions After Adhesiogenic Hysteroscopic Procedures: A Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled Trial

Jul 23, 2026

The authors aimed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an in situ-forming hydrogel barrier in preventing intrauterine adhesions after adhesiogenic hysteroscopic procedures. The study found that participants receiving the hydrogel barrier had a significantly higher rate of being adhesion-free at second-look hysteroscopy compared to controls, particularly in those undergoing adhesiolysis. No serious adverse events related to the device were reported, indicating its safety for use in this context.

Influencing factors for early miscarriage after frozen-thawed euploid blastocyst transfer in patients with intramural uterine fibroids

Jul 14, 2026

The authors aimed to identify prognostic factors associated with early miscarriage in infertile women with intramural uterine fibroids undergoing frozen-thawed single euploid blastocyst transfer. They found that a larger maximum diameter of the fibroid and poorer inner cell mass quality of the blastocysts were significantly associated with increased rates of early miscarriage. This study highlights the importance of fibroid characteristics and embryo quality in predicting pregnancy outcomes in this patient population.