Why we need stem-cell derived gametes
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چکیده
In Vitro Gametogenesis (IVG) is almost exclusively discussed as a potential solution for people who have no (functional) gametes. However, IVG could also be seen an alternative standard IVF. Instead of submitting women to ovarian hyperstimulation and invasive oocyte pick-up, creation oocytes from stem cells should the first treatment option (assuming it reasonably safe effective). This application not primarily used become genetic parents but meant alleviate physical psychological burden on women.
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عنوان ژورنال: Reproductive Biomedicine Online
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['1472-6483', '1472-6491']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbmo.2023.103322