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Middle East Fertility Society Journal
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ISSN 1110-5690 · SpringerOpen · 914 artikel di indeks
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Temporal dynamics and diagnostic utility of kisspeptin and neudesin across the menstrual cycle in polycystic ovary syndrome
Abstract Background Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder that is characterized by neuroendocrine dysfunction. While gonadotropin dysregulation is well established, the roles of neuropeptides, such as kisspeptin and neudesin, remain incompletely defined. Objective This…
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Beyond the incision: a retrospective comparison of laparotomy and minimally invasive myomectomy outcomes in terms of fertility
Abstract Background Fibroids are the most common benign tumors of the female genital tract and are often linked to various clinical issues, including potential impairment of fertility. Surgical removal of fibroids can be performed via laparotomy, laparoscopy, or hysteroscopy. However, myomectomy…
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Association between miscarriage rates in modified natural ovulation cycles and hormone replacement cycles during frozen-thawed embryo transfer in three IVF JAPAN GROUP fertility clinics: a retrospective analysis
Abstract Background Optimal endometrial preparation for frozen-thawed embryo transfer (FET) remains debated owing to conflicting results regarding outcomes in modified natural ovulation cycles (NCs) versus hormone replacement cycles (HRCs). Therefore, we aimed to compare clinical pregnancy and…
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Associations between testicular artery doppler ultrasonography, semen parameters, and clinical variables in men with primary infertility and Varicocele
Abstract Background Male infertility remains a significant health concern, and Doppler ultrasonography offers a non-invasive method to assess testicular hemodynamics. This study aimed to evaluate the correlation of testicular artery Doppler parameters (resistive index [RI], peak systolic velocity…
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Intrauterine hCG flush prior to frozen embryo transfer and reproductive outcomes: a prospective cohort study
Abstract Background Intrauterine human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) administration prior to embryo transfer has been explored as a method to improve embryo–endometrial synchrony, but clinical evidence remains inconsistent due to variations in dosage, timing, embryo stage, and cycle type. This study…
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Effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills administered during or after ovulation: a systematic review without meta-analysis of timing and mechanism of action
Abstract Background The Emergency contraception pills (ECPs) are being used worldwide to prevent unwanted pregnancy, but the most important issue is still unanswered: whether they are effective when taken during or after ovulation, especially when taken near the luteinizing hormone (LH) surge. The…
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The impact of serum estradiol on mature oocytes and pregnancy outcomes in IVF: retrospective observational study
Abstract Objective The study aims to assess the correlation of serum estradiol levels with the number of mature follicles, oocytes retrieved and mature oocytes and pregnancy rates in ART. Materials and methods An observational retrospective study was conducted in 2 years (2023–2024) in Ridge IVF…
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Increased DNA and oxidative damage in PCOS: effect of elevated androgens
Abstract Purpose Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder involving ovulatory dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, and metabolic disturbances. Systemic inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and elevated oxidative stress have all been asscoiated to androgen excess in PCOS. This…
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Fallopian tube leiomyoma, PCOS, and infertility: a case report and literature review
Abstract Background Fallopian tube leiomyomas are extremely rare benign tumors, particularly when compared to the high incidence of uterine leiomyomas. While often asymptomatic and discovered accidentally, they can present as clinical symptoms such as abdominal pain, ectopic pregnancy, and…
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Cross-talking between polycystic ovarian syndrome and gut microbiome: a comprehensive review
Abstract Background Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a multifaceted endocrine condition, affects 5–10% of women globally of reproductive age.Recent studies underscore the possible involvement of gut microbiota in the pathophysiology of PCOS, specifically with hyperandrogenism and insulin…
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New perspectives on congenital adrenal hyperplasia: current concepts in pathophysiology, fertility and therapeutic advances
Abstract Background CAH (Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia) is a group of hereditary disorders of steroidogenesis, most commonly caused by 21-hydroxylase deficiency. The disease leads to abnormal cortisol and/or aldosterone synthesis, as well as excessive androgen production. The clinical…
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Subclinical hypothyroidism in secondary female infertility: a critical narrative review of evidence identified by a structured search
Abstract Background Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is defined by a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) concentration above the applicable nonpregnant reference interval with a normal free thyroxine concentration. Its relevance to infertility remains contested, and secondary-infertility evidence is…
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Determinants and barriers to contraceptive use among women in Jordan: a cross-sectional study
Abstract Background This study aimed to identify factors associated with contraceptive method use among married women in Jordan and to examine how sociodemographic, reproductive, and health system variables influence method selection. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted between June 2024…
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Medical treatment of ectopic pregnancy with methotrexate: outcomes across the 5000 IU/L β-hCG threshold
Abstract Purpose To evaluate the clinical significance of establishing a 5000 IU/L β-hCG threshold in the selection of patients for medical treatment of ectopic pregnancy. Materials and methods Between January 2019 and August 2025, a total of 182 patients diagnosed with ectopic pregnancy were…
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Fetal cardiac function in ICSI-conceived pregnancies: a case–control study using MAPSE, TAPSE, and myocardial performance index
Abstract Background Assisted reproductive technologies (ART), particularly intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), have transformed infertility treatment. Growing evidence suggests that ART-conceived offspring may exhibit altered cardiovascular development. Sensitive echocardiographic parameters…
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Bridging the Gap: barriers to infertility treatment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and expert recommendations for enhanced access
Abstract Background Infertility is a common yet underrecognized public health issue in the Middle East and North Africa, affecting up to 30% of couples in some countries. Although advances in assisted reproductive technologies have improved treatment outcomes globally, access to infertility care…
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Comparison of two ultrasound-based scoring systems for predicting pregnancy outcomes in IVF-embryo transfer patients
Abstract Objective Endometrial receptivity is a critical determinant of embryo implantation and successful pregnancy in in vitro fertilization–embryo transfer (IVF-ET). Although ultrasound-based scoring systems have been proposed to improve its assessment, their predictive performance remains…
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Reconsidering IVF/ICSI outcomes in endometriosis: phenotype variability, confounding factors, and clinical interpretation
Abstract Background Endometriosis is a biologically heterogeneous disorder frequently encountered in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART). Reported effects on in vitro fertilization and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (IVF/ICSI) outcomes remain inconsistent across studies…
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Micro-TESE in men with non-obstructive azoospermia: a narrative review of sperm retrieval benefit, testicular injury, and endocrine risk
Abstract Background Microdissection testicular sperm extraction (micro-TESE) is an important treatment option for men with non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) because it can provide sperm for intracytoplasmic sperm injection when other routes to biological fatherhood are unavailable. Counseling…
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Reproductive tract microbiota and anatomical integrity: implications for fertility, pregnancy, and neonatal outcomes: a narrative review
Abstract Background The microbiota of the reproductive system is a vital factor in fertility, pregnancy and neonatal health. Microbiota composition may control implantation, gestational preservation and neonatal colonization. The vaginal, cervical and uterine/endometrial niches exhibit varying…