OBJECTIVE To exam semen parameters in predicting intrauterine insemination (IUI) outcomes in couples with male factor. STUDY DESIGN This retrospective study was performed at department of infertility and sexual medicine from September 2007 to February 2014. 307 couples with male factor infertility were included and 672 IUI cycles were analyzed. RESULTS From 672 inseminations performed on 30...

BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of chromosomal polymorphic variations on the outcome of IVF and embryo transfer (IVF-embryo transfer) treatment for infertile couples. METHODS During the period from October 2006 to December 2009, 1978 infertile couples who had received their first IVF-embryo transfer treatment cycle in our hospital were selected for this retrospect...

This paper focuses on anger experienced by prospective adoptive parents as they go through infertility and the formal adoption process. Qualitative interviews were done with seventy-four infertile couples who were at various stages in their consideration of adoption. Using a sociology of emotions perspective, I examine the source of their anger by focusing on the structural power imbalance betw...

Immunologic factors are considered as important cause for infertility. One of the immunologic factors proposed for infertility is presence of antisperm antibodies (ASA) in serum. ASA are found in cervical mucus, seminal plasma and sera of men and women. It is possible for couples with antisperm antibodies occasionally to beat the odds and become pregnant. Acquisition of genital tract infection ...

BACKGROUND This article analyzes several key issues in the debate: the acceptability of in vitro fertilization; regulation of assisted reproduction and the possibilities of reimbursement for assisted reproduction treatment in Lithuania. METHOD Two groups of respondents participated in the survey: fertile women and women with fertility disorders. 93 completed questionnaires from women with fer...

Background Despite considerable advances in reproductive technology, its application is like a double-edged sword, which is associated with numerous challenges. One of the most challenging issues for couples is disclosure of conception circumstances to the offspring. The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the decisions of infertile couples undergoing assisted reproductive donation...

Background: Most studies address medical treatment of infertility and psychosocial outcomes caused by infertility-related stress, but few studies examine the infertility’s impact on sexuality. Aim: A literature review was conducted to answer the questions: 1) How is sexual self concept impacted in infertile individuals and their partners? 2) Does infertility have a negative impact on sexual rel...

BACKGROUND Most studies address medical treatment of infertility and psychosocial outcomes caused by infertility-related stress, but few studies examine the infertility's impact on sexuality. AIM A literature review was conducted to answer the questions: 1) How is sexual self concept impacted in infertile individuals and their partners? 2) Does infertility have a negative impact on sexual rel...