May 9, 2026 · Fertility and sterility · DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2026.02.022

The International Glossary on Infertility and Fertility Care, 2025†

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The authors aim to update the International Glossary on Infertility and Fertility Care to reflect contemporary scientific knowledge, social needs, and inclusive terminology, thereby enhancing international communication across various domains. The revised glossary now includes 348 terms, with modifications and additions that address advancements in science and inclusivity in gender and family structures. This resource serves as a global reference for standardized terminology, supporting clinical practice, research, and policy-making in reproductive health.

Fernando Zegers-Hochschild, Silke Dyer, G David Adamson, Valerie Baker, Kurt Barnhart, Siladitya Bhattacharya, Clare Boothroyd, Georgina Chambers, Jacques de Mouzon, Eman Elgindy, Bart Fauser, Karin Hammarberg, Marcos Horton, Osamu Ishihara, Seung Chik Jwa, Mohamed Khrouf, Markus Kupka, Dolores J Lamb, Martha Luna, A Gustavo Martinez, Brent Monseur, Peter Nagy, Anja Pinborg, Catherine Racowsky, Laura Rienzi, Peter Schlegel, Lone Schmidt, Lan Ngoc Vuong, Tari Turner, Mónica Hebe Vázquez-Levin, Ibrahim Wada, Dagan Wells, Christine Wyns

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