Category: Genetics
How Preimplantation Genetic Testing Has Revolutionized the Treatment of Patients with Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Of the known causes of recurrent pregnancy loss, chromosomal abnormalities account for the majority of miscarriages. Biopsying an embryo for preimplantation genetic testing has revolutionized the treatment of recurrent pregnancy loss, by improving the embryologist’s ability to choose the healthiest and most chromosomally normal embryo for transfer.
October 8, 2018
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Fertility Preservation: Options for Women Who are at Risk for Hereditary Ovarian Cancer
Approximately 5 to 15 percent of ovarian cancers can be attributed to hereditary cancer syndromes, which most commonly include the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. Knowing if you have an inherited risk for cancer can be a useful tool in prevention, risk reduction, and fertility preservation.
September 17, 2018
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