background: no extensive studies were done that included the use of pentoxifylline or verify its effect on the outcome of icsi in cases of mild and moderate asthenozoospermia. objective: the aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of pentoxifylline used in preparation of semen samples which doesn't need motility enhancement prior to icsi. materials and methods: the study was carried on 30 ...

clinical reproductive centers produce large amounts of surplus poor-quality embryos annually, how to maximize the use of these embryos, and which of them have the potential to develop into blastocyst stage and influencing factors were lack of systematic research. objective: to investigate the fate of surplus poor-quality embryos which were cultured to obtain blastocyst, determine the factors wh...

The first reported delivery following a natural cycle ICSI in Ireland is described. This technique has the potential to provide successful treatment for a selected group of patients.

This rapport summarize the work that was done this last 6 month at ICSI in speaker recognition and speaker adaptation.

BACKGROUND Postponement of childbearing since the 1970s has led to an increase in permanent involuntarily childlessness. We will address the magnitude of this trend, the effect of IVF/ICSI and the effect on total fertility rate (TFR an often used demographic measure for the level of fertility) in six EU countries. METHODS Using a fertility micro-simulation model, we estimate the effect of pos...

objective: antioxidants are essential for sperm motility. calligonum extract possesses the important antioxidants catechin and quercetin. this study investigates the effects of calligonum extract on sperm parameters and the rate of apoptosis in testes of aging male mice. methods: we initially performed a dose response test with using three doses of calligonum (10 mg/kg, 30 mg/kg and 50 mg/kg). ...

BACKGROUND Nowadays, the Internet has a tremendous impact on modern society, including healthcare practice. The study aim was to characterize current Internet use by IVF and ICSI patients and to identify their preferences regarding Internet applications in fertility care. METHODS A total of 163 couples with fertility problems awaiting an IVF or ICSI procedure in the University Medical Centre ...