Enhancement of autonomous choice may be considered as an important reason for facilitating the use of genetic tests such as preimplantation genetic diagnosis. The principle of respect for autonomy is a crucial component not only of Western liberal traditions but also of Western bioethics. This is especially so in bioethical discussions and analyses of clinical encounters within medicine. On the...

The past several decades have seen tremendous advances in the field of medical genetics. The application of genetic technologies to the field of reproductive medicine has ushered in a new era of medicine that is likely to greatly expand in the coming years. Concurrent with an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle, it is now possible to obtain a cellular biopsy from a developing embryo and genetica...

PURPOSE OF REVIEW Embryo assessment is a crucial component to the success of IVF. A high rate of embryos produced in vitro present chromosomal abnormalities and have reduced potential for achieving a viable pregnancy. The use of preimplantation genetic diagnosis by array comparative genomic hybridization, for comprehensive aneuploidy screening of embryos, to improve IVF outcomes, is reviewed. ...