Archive for July, 2009
Assisted reproductive techniques alter the expression of genes that are important for metabolism and the transport of nutrients in the placenta of mice. The results underscore the need for greater understanding of the long-term effects of new assisted reproductive techniques in humans.
Mutation Causing One Type Of Male Infertility Found: Contraceptive Pill For Men Next?
Monday, July 27th, 2009
A genetic mutation that lies behind one type of male infertility has been discovered. The discover may provide a new approach to help some couples that have been unsuccessful in IVF treatments, and could potentially lead to the development of a male contraceptive pill.
Women At Risk Of Gaining Excessive Weight With Injectable Birth Control Identified
Friday, July 24th, 2009
A new study has identified women who are likely to gain weight while using depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, more commonly known as Depo-Provera or the birth control shot. These findings dispel the myth that all women who use DMPA will gain weight and will help physicians to counsel patients appropriately.
Women With Cystic Fibrosis Can Have Safe And Successful Fertility Treatment
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009
Women with cystic fibrosis can have fertility treatment to help them have babies without any long-term adverse effects on either themselves or their children, researchers have found. Women with cystic fibrosis often have thick cervical mucus preventing them from becoming pregnant naturally. However, a pregnancy can be achieved by the use of intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Studies Shed Light On Preserving Fertility Among Cancer Patients
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
Successes in cancer treatment have created a challenge for young cancer patients since the chemotherapy and radiation treatments that save lives threaten fertility. Researchers are now reporting on how they are maturing human eggs in the laboratory, improving current techniques and discovering new cellular mechanisms that could help preserve and even restore fertility.
Potential Failure Of Oral Contraceptives With Obese Women Explained
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009
Researchers have identified a potential biological mechanism that could explain why oral contraceptives may be less effective at preventing pregnancy in obese women, as some epidemiological studies have indicated.


