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Endocrine System Diseases

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University of North Dakota

2018

Infertility treatment; PCOS; letrozole; clomiphene citrate; safety; femara; clomid

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Letrozole Vs. Clomiphene Citrate For Infertility In Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Kailey Potratz Jan 2018

Letrozole Vs. Clomiphene Citrate For Infertility In Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Kailey Potratz

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Purpose

To determine if letrozole is an equal or better alternative to clomiphene citrate for infertility treatment in PCOS patients.

Literature Review

Letrozole was found to have higher ovulation rates, fewer twin pregnancies/more single births, higher pregnancy rates, and higher live birth rates compared to clomiphene citrate. There were conflicting results for endometrial thickness and single follicle stimulation. Neither letrozole or clomiphene citrate was superior to the other for ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. There were no significant differences between letrozole and clomiphene citrate regarding congenital abnormalities and miscarriage rates. The results regarding ectopic pregnancies were comparable between both groups.

Conclusion

The …