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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Clinical Factors Associated With Live Birth After Single Embryo Transfer, Jessica Kresowik, Amy Sparks, Bradley Van Voorhis
Clinical Factors Associated With Live Birth After Single Embryo Transfer, Jessica Kresowik, Amy Sparks, Bradley Van Voorhis
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Clinical Factors Associated With Live Birth After Single Embryo Transfer Editorial Comments, Jessica Kresowik, Amy Sparks, Bradley Van Voorhis
Clinical Factors Associated With Live Birth After Single Embryo Transfer Editorial Comments, Jessica Kresowik, Amy Sparks, Bradley Van Voorhis
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Helping New Nurses Be Assertive About Patient Safety, S. Kinsella, K. Bigelow, S. Romano, Amy Sparks
Helping New Nurses Be Assertive About Patient Safety, S. Kinsella, K. Bigelow, S. Romano, Amy Sparks
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer Pregnancy Rates Are Not Affected By Use Of Propofol Anesthesia., T. Mukherjee, Y. Bellin, L. Andres, R. Vincent, Amy Sparks
Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer Pregnancy Rates Are Not Affected By Use Of Propofol Anesthesia., T. Mukherjee, Y. Bellin, L. Andres, R. Vincent, Amy Sparks
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Decreased Expression Of The Heat Shock Protein Hsp70-2 Is Associated With The Pathogenesis Of Male Infertility, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks
Decreased Expression Of The Heat Shock Protein Hsp70-2 Is Associated With The Pathogenesis Of Male Infertility, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks
Amy E.T. Sparks
OBJECTIVE: To examine the expression of the heat shock protein hsp70-2, and the possible relationship with the pathogenesis of male infertility. DESIGN: Prospective study. SETTING: Reproductive testing laboratory in a university hospital. PATIENT(S): Men undergoing testicular biopsy during an investigation of subfertility. INTERVENTION(S): Testicular tissues were obtained from biopsies of men undergoing infertility evaluation and subdivided into three groups: normal testes, maturational arrest and Sertoli cell-only syndrome. Immunostaining and Western blotting techniques determined expression of the heat shock protein hsp70-2 MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Expression of the heat shock protein hsp70-2 in the testes. RESULT(S): The experimental data demonstrated that the …
Gene-Transfer Efficiency During Gestation And The Influence Of Co-Transfer Of Non-Manipulated Embryos On Production Of Transgenic Mice, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Page, C. Russell, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Pearson, W. Drohan, F. Gwazdauskas
Gene-Transfer Efficiency During Gestation And The Influence Of Co-Transfer Of Non-Manipulated Embryos On Production Of Transgenic Mice, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Page, C. Russell, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Pearson, W. Drohan, F. Gwazdauskas
Amy E.T. Sparks
Litter size of DNA microinjected zygotes is lower than for non-manipulated zygotes. The rate of embryonic and fetal survival in early, mid and late gestation was determined to assess whether DNA integration was responsible for embryonic losses. Also, the effect of including non-microinjected embryos with injected embryos on pregnancy rate and transgenic pup production was determined. In Experiment I, one-cell embryos from immature CD-1 mice were microinjected with a whey acidic protein promoter-human protein C gene construct. One hour after microinjection embryos were transferred to pseudopregnant recipients (45 transfers of 30 embryos each). Fifteen recipients were sacrificed on day 4, …
Semen Quality In Fertile Men In Relation To Psychosocial Stress, A. Gollenberg, F. Liu, C. Brazil, E. Drobnis, D. Guzick, J. Overstreet, J. Redmon, Amy Sparks, C. Wang, S. Swan
Semen Quality In Fertile Men In Relation To Psychosocial Stress, A. Gollenberg, F. Liu, C. Brazil, E. Drobnis, D. Guzick, J. Overstreet, J. Redmon, Amy Sparks, C. Wang, S. Swan
Amy E.T. Sparks
OBJECTIVE: To examine the association between stressful life events and semen parameters. DESIGN: Cross-sectional analysis in a pregnancy cohort study. SETTING: Prenatal clinics in five U.S. cities. PATIENT(S): Fertile men (n = 744) in the Study for Future Families, a cohort study of pregnant women and their partners. INTERVENTION(S): None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Sperm concentration, percent motile, and percent normal morphology and classification above/below World Health Organization (WHO) cutoffs for semen quality. RESULT(S): After adjusting for confounders, men reporting 2+ recent stressful life events had an increased risk of being classified below WHO thresholds for "normal" defined by concentration, motility, …
Selective Discontinuation Of Luteal Phase Support In Assisted Reproduction Cycles Using A Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist And Human Menopausal Gonadotropins For Ovarian Stimulation., D. Stovall, Bradley Van Voorhis, Amy Sparks, L. Adams, C. Syrop
Selective Discontinuation Of Luteal Phase Support In Assisted Reproduction Cycles Using A Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist And Human Menopausal Gonadotropins For Ovarian Stimulation., D. Stovall, Bradley Van Voorhis, Amy Sparks, L. Adams, C. Syrop
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Culture Of One-Cell Bovine Embryos In Explanted Mouse Oviduct And Bovine Oviductal Epithelial Cells, Amy Sparks, F. Gwazdauskas, M. Mcgilliard
Culture Of One-Cell Bovine Embryos In Explanted Mouse Oviduct And Bovine Oviductal Epithelial Cells, Amy Sparks, F. Gwazdauskas, M. Mcgilliard
Amy E.T. Sparks
One-cell bovine embryos fertilized in vivo were cultured in TCM-199 and bovine oviductal epithelial cells, in TCM-199, or in explanted immature mouse oviducts supported by TCM-199 to compare development to the blastocyst stage. The morphological stage of development and cell number were determined following 144 hours of culture. Of the embryos that cleaved at least once, 52.6, 30.4 and 0.0% developed to the morula/blastocyst stage after culture in oviductal epithelial cells, in TCM-199 alone, or in explanted mouse oviducts, respectively. The mean total cell number for embryos cultured in oviductal epithelial cells (24.5) was higher than for embryos cultured in …
Serum Inhibin-B In Fertile Men Is Strongly Correlated With Low But Not High Sperm Counts: A Coordinated Study Of 1,797 European And Us Men, N. Jorgensen, F. Liu, A. Andersson, M. Vierula, D. Irvine, J. Auger, C. Brazil, E. Drobnis, T. Jensen, P. Jouannet, J. Overstreet, J. Redmon, Amy Sparks, J. Toppari, C. Wang, N. Skakkebaek, S. Swan
Serum Inhibin-B In Fertile Men Is Strongly Correlated With Low But Not High Sperm Counts: A Coordinated Study Of 1,797 European And Us Men, N. Jorgensen, F. Liu, A. Andersson, M. Vierula, D. Irvine, J. Auger, C. Brazil, E. Drobnis, T. Jensen, P. Jouannet, J. Overstreet, J. Redmon, Amy Sparks, J. Toppari, C. Wang, N. Skakkebaek, S. Swan
Amy E.T. Sparks
OBJECTIVE: To describe associations between serum inhibin-b and sperm counts, adjusted for effect of time of blood sampling, in larger cohorts than have been previously reported. DESIGN: Cross-sectional studies of spermatogenesis markers. SETTING: Four European and four US centers. PATIENT(S): Fertile men (1,797) were included and examined from October 1996-February 2005. INTERVENTION(S): The study was observational and therefore without any intervention. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Associations between inhibin-b and semen variables controlled for time of blood sampling and other covariates. RESULT(S): Inhibin-b decreased about 2.00% per hour from 8 am-12 pm and then about 3.25% per hour from 12 pm-4 pm. …
The Clinical Benefits Of The Bladder Scanner: A Research Synthesis, Amy Sparks, D. Boyer, A. Gambrel, M. Lovett, J. Johnson, T. Richards, J. Johnson, E. Grimm, C. Daniels, S. Tylka, H. Mattingly, M. Harper, D. Palermo
The Clinical Benefits Of The Bladder Scanner: A Research Synthesis, Amy Sparks, D. Boyer, A. Gambrel, M. Lovett, J. Johnson, T. Richards, J. Johnson, E. Grimm, C. Daniels, S. Tylka, H. Mattingly, M. Harper, D. Palermo
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Gene Transfer Efficiency During Gestation And The Influence Of Co-Transfer Of Non-Manipulated Embryos On Production Of Transgenic Mice, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Page, C. Russell, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Pearson, W. Drohan, F. Gwazdauskas
Gene Transfer Efficiency During Gestation And The Influence Of Co-Transfer Of Non-Manipulated Embryos On Production Of Transgenic Mice, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Page, C. Russell, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Pearson, W. Drohan, F. Gwazdauskas
Amy E.T. Sparks
Litter size of DNA microinjected zygotes is lower than for non-manipulated zygotes. The rate of embryonic and fetal survival in early, mid and late gestation was determined to assess whether DNA integration was responsible for embryonic losses. Also, the effect of including non-microinjected embryos with injected embryos on pregnancy rate and transgenic pup production was determined. In Experiment 1, one-cell embryos from immature CD-1 mice were microinjected with a whey acidic protein promoter-human protein C gene construct. One hour after microinjection embryos were transferred to pseudopregnant recipients (45 transfers of 30 embryos each). Fifteen recipients were sacrificed on day 4, …
Pregnancy Rates Following Varicocele Repair Without Seminal Improvement., P. Fretz, J. Blaine, J. Milleman, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Pregnancy Rates Following Varicocele Repair Without Seminal Improvement., P. Fretz, J. Blaine, J. Milleman, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Decreased Expression Of The C-Kit Receptor Is Associated With Increased Apoptosis In Subfertile Human Testes, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks, A. Sandra, L. Zheng
Decreased Expression Of The C-Kit Receptor Is Associated With Increased Apoptosis In Subfertile Human Testes, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks, A. Sandra, L. Zheng
Amy E.T. Sparks
OBJECTIVE: To examine the expression of the c-kit receptor and its ligand, stem cell factor, and their possible relation with apoptosis in infertile men. DESIGN: Prospective laboratory study. SETTING: Urology laboratory in a university hospital. PATIENT(S): Men undergoing testicular biopsy during an investigation of subfertility. INTERVENTION(S): None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Expression of the c-kit receptor protein, stem cell factor, and apoptosis in the testes. RESULT(S): The c-kit receptor was strongly present in Leydig cells and type A spermatogonia of normal testes, with decreased staining in Leydig cells and type A spermatogonia of testes with maturational arrest, and staining in only …
Psychological Empowerment And Job Satisfaction Between Baby Boomer And Generation X Nurses, Amy Sparks
Psychological Empowerment And Job Satisfaction Between Baby Boomer And Generation X Nurses, Amy Sparks
Amy E.T. Sparks
AIM: This paper is a report of a study of differences in nurses' generational psychological empowerment and job satisfaction. BACKGROUND: Generations differ in work styles such as autonomy, work ethics, involvement, views on leadership, and primary views on what constitutes innovation, quality, and service. METHOD: A secondary analysis was conducted from two data sets resulting in a sample of 451 registered nurses employed at five hospitals in West Virginia. One data set was gathered from a convenience sample and one from a randomly selected sample. Data were collected from 2000 to 2004. RESULTS: Baby Boomer nurses reported higher mean total …
The Effect Of Music Therapy On Patients' Perception And Manifestation Of Pain, Anxiety, And Patient Satisfaction, T. Richards, J. Johnson, Amy Sparks, H. Emerson
The Effect Of Music Therapy On Patients' Perception And Manifestation Of Pain, Anxiety, And Patient Satisfaction, T. Richards, J. Johnson, Amy Sparks, H. Emerson
Amy E.T. Sparks
An extensive review and synthesis of current research was completed to identify the clinical benefit of using music therapy in the hospital setting. It demonstrated that music therapy has the potential to improve the hospital experience of patients.
Vitamin D Deficiency In Cystic Fibrosis, W. Hall, Amy Sparks, R. Aris
Vitamin D Deficiency In Cystic Fibrosis, W. Hall, Amy Sparks, R. Aris
Amy E.T. Sparks
Cystic Fibrosis is the most common inherited genetic respiratory disorder in the Western World. Hypovitaminosis D is almost universal in CF patients, likely due to a combination of inadequate absorption, impaired metabolism, and lack of sun exposure. Inadequate levels are associated with the high prevalence of bone disease or osteoporosis in CF patients, which is associated with increased morbidity including fractures, kyphosis, and worsening pulmonary status. Treatment goals include regular monitoring 25 hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) levels with aggressive treatment for those with levels <75 nmol/L (<30 ng/mL). More research is needed to determine optimal supplementation goals and strategies.
One Semen Sample Or 2? Insights From A Study Of Fertile Men, A. Stokes-Riner, S. Thurston, C. Brazil, D. Guzick, F. Liu, J. Overstreet, C. Wang, Amy Sparks, J. Redmon, S. Swan
One Semen Sample Or 2? Insights From A Study Of Fertile Men, A. Stokes-Riner, S. Thurston, C. Brazil, D. Guzick, F. Liu, J. Overstreet, C. Wang, Amy Sparks, J. Redmon, S. Swan
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Embryo Density And Medium Volume Effects On Early Murine Embryo Development, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Pearson, F. Gwazdauskas
Embryo Density And Medium Volume Effects On Early Murine Embryo Development, R. Canseco, Amy Sparks, R. Pearson, F. Gwazdauskas
Amy E.T. Sparks
Background: One-cell mouse embryos were used to determine the effects of drop size and number of embryos per drop for optimum development in vitro. Methods: Embryos were collected from immature C57BL6 female mice superovulated with pregnant mare serum gonadotropin and human chorionic gonadotropin and mated by CD1 males. Groups of 1, 5, 10, or 20 embryos were cultured in 5-, 10-, 20-, or 40-mul drops of CZB under silicon oil at 37.5-degrees-C in a humidified atmosphere of 5% CO2 and 95% air. Results: Development score for embryos cultured in 10 mul was higher than that of embryos cultured in 20 …
Effect Of Exogenous Testosterone On Prostate Volume, Serum And Semen Prostate Specific Antigen Levels In Healthy Young Men, C. Cooper, P. Perry, Amy Sparks, J. Macindoe, W. Yates, R. Williams
Effect Of Exogenous Testosterone On Prostate Volume, Serum And Semen Prostate Specific Antigen Levels In Healthy Young Men, C. Cooper, P. Perry, Amy Sparks, J. Macindoe, W. Yates, R. Williams
Amy E.T. Sparks
PURPOSE: We investigate and define the effects of exogenous testosterone on the normal prostate. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 31 healthy volunteers 21 to 39 years old were randomized to receive either 100, 250 or 500 mg. testosterone via intramuscular injection once a week for 15 weeks. Baseline measurements of serum testosterone, free testosterone and prostate specific antigen (PSA) were taken at week 1. Semen samples were also collected for PSA content and prostate volumes were determined by transrectal ultrasound before testosterone injection. Blood was then drawn every other week before each testosterone injection for the 15 weeks, every …
Characterization Of Human Sperm Antigens Reacting With Anti-Sperm Antibodies From An Infertile Female Patient's Serum, H. Feng, Y. Han, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Characterization Of Human Sperm Antigens Reacting With Anti-Sperm Antibodies From An Infertile Female Patient's Serum, H. Feng, Y. Han, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Amy E.T. Sparks
Identification of sperm antigens that elicit immunoglobulin (Ig) production and knowledge of their roles in sperm transport and fertilization may enhance diagnosis and treatment of immunologic infertility. Sperm antigens recognized by a female patient's serum anti-sperm antibodies were characterized using an indirect immunobead-binding test, immunoblot analysis, and immunochemical labeling. The anti-sperm antibodies' effect on sperm function was evaluated by acrosome induction by calcium ionophore. Immunobeads specific for IgG were bound to the head of 79% of motile donor sperm. Immunochemical labeling of antibody-binding sites was restricted to the plasma membrane over the acrosomal crescent. No labeling was observed on the …
Social Cognition, Empathy And Functional Outcome In Schizophrenia, Amy Sparks, S. Mcdonald, B. Lino, M. O'Donnell, M. Green
Social Cognition, Empathy And Functional Outcome In Schizophrenia, Amy Sparks, S. Mcdonald, B. Lino, M. O'Donnell, M. Green
Amy E.T. Sparks
Social and occupational functioning difficulties are a characteristic feature of schizophrenia, and a growing body of evidence suggests that deficits in social cognition contribute significantly to these functional impairments. The present study sought to investigate whether the association between social cognition and social functioning in schizophrenia would be mediated by self-reported levels of empathy. Thirty outpatients with a diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, and twenty-five healthy controls completed a well-validated facial affect processing task (Ekman 60-faces facial task from the Facial Expressions of Emotion - Stimuli and Tests; FEEST), The Awareness of Social Inference Test (TASIT; to assess emotion …
Imaging Of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms, Amy Sparks, P. Johnson, M. Meyer
Imaging Of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms, Amy Sparks, P. Johnson, M. Meyer
Amy E.T. Sparks
Given the high rate of morbidity and mortality associated with abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs), accurate diagnosis and preoperative evaluation are essential for improved patient outcomes. Ultrasonography is the standard method of screening and monitoring AAAs that have not ruptured. In the past, aortography was commonly used for preoperative planning in the repair of AAAs. More recently, computed tomography (CT) has largely replaced older, more invasive methods. Recent advances in CT imaging technology, such as helical CT and CT angiography, offer significant advantages over traditional CT. These methods allow for more rapid scans and can produce three-dimensional images of the AAA …
Evaluation Of Systems For Collection Of Porcine Zygotes For Dna Microinjection And Transfer, B. Williams, Amy Sparks, R. Canseco, J. Knight, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Page, W. Drohan, E. Kornegay, R. Pearson, T. Wilkins, F. Gwazdauskas
Evaluation Of Systems For Collection Of Porcine Zygotes For Dna Microinjection And Transfer, B. Williams, Amy Sparks, R. Canseco, J. Knight, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Page, W. Drohan, E. Kornegay, R. Pearson, T. Wilkins, F. Gwazdauskas
Amy E.T. Sparks
Crossbred gilts and sows (n=116) were used for the collection of 1-cell zygotes for DNA microinjection and transfer. Retrospectively, estrus synchronization and superovulation schemes were evaluated to assess practicality for zygote collection. Four synchronization and superovulation procedures were used: 1) sows were observed for natural estrous behavior; 1000 IU human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) was administered at the onset of estrus (NAT); 2) cyclic gilts were synchronized with 17.6 mg altrenogest (ALT)/day for 15 to 19 days followed by superovulation with 1500 IU pregnant mares serum gonadotropin (PMSG) and 500 IU hCG (LALT); 3) gilts between 11 and 16 days of …
Invitro Development Of Zygotes From Prepubertal Gilts After Microinjection Of Dna, B. Williams, Amy Sparks, R. Canseco, J. Knight, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Page, W. Drohan, J. Young, R. Pearson, T. Wilkins, F. Gwazdauskas
Invitro Development Of Zygotes From Prepubertal Gilts After Microinjection Of Dna, B. Williams, Amy Sparks, R. Canseco, J. Knight, J. Johnson, W. Velander, R. Page, W. Drohan, J. Young, R. Pearson, T. Wilkins, F. Gwazdauskas
Amy E.T. Sparks
The effect of pronuclear microinjection of DNA and culture in excised mouse oviducts on the development of porcine zygotes was assessed in this study. Precocious ovulation was induced in prepubertal gilts with pregnant mare's serum gonadotrophin and hCG. Zygotes received either pronuclear microinjection of buffer alone, buffer containing a DNA construct, or no microinjection. Zygotes were cultured in vitro in either modified Krebs-Ringer bicarbonate medium [KRB] for 144 h or in mouse oviduct [MO] explant culture with KRB for 48, 72, 96, or 120 h. Pronuclear microinjection of DNA resulted in a lower [P < .05] cleavage index [CI] than did …
The Use Of Propofol, Nitrous Oxide, Or Isoflurane Does Not Affect The Reproductive Success Rate Following Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (Gift) - A Multicenter Pilot Trial/Survey, Y. Beilin, C. Bodian, T. Mukherjee, L. Andres, R. Vincent, D. Hock, Amy Sparks, A. Munson, M. Minnich, M. Steinkampf, G. Christman, R. Mckay, J. Eisenkraft
The Use Of Propofol, Nitrous Oxide, Or Isoflurane Does Not Affect The Reproductive Success Rate Following Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (Gift) - A Multicenter Pilot Trial/Survey, Y. Beilin, C. Bodian, T. Mukherjee, L. Andres, R. Vincent, D. Hock, Amy Sparks, A. Munson, M. Minnich, M. Steinkampf, G. Christman, R. Mckay, J. Eisenkraft
Amy E.T. Sparks
Background: Whether anesthetic agents administered during gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) affect reproductive outcome is controversial. This multicenter pilot trial and survey had two purposes: to evaluate the effect of propofol, nitrous oxide, midazolam, and isoflurane on pregnancy outcome after GIFT, and to determine if a larger prospective, randomized study is warranted. Methods: A written invitation was mailed to all 50 fertility programs in the United States that are members of the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology and perform more than 30 GIFT procedures per year. They were invited to contribute information from the medical records of women who underwent GIFT …
Use Of Propofol Probably Does Not Affect Pregnancy Outcome Following Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (Gift), Y. Beilin, T. Mukherjee, L. Andres, R. Vincent, D. Hock, Amy Sparks, A. Munson, M. Minnich, M. Steinkampf
Use Of Propofol Probably Does Not Affect Pregnancy Outcome Following Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (Gift), Y. Beilin, T. Mukherjee, L. Andres, R. Vincent, D. Hock, Amy Sparks, A. Munson, M. Minnich, M. Steinkampf
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.
Development Of An Immunocontraceptive Vaccine. Current Status, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks, A. Sandra
Development Of An Immunocontraceptive Vaccine. Current Status, H. Feng, J. Sandlow, Amy Sparks, A. Sandra
Amy E.T. Sparks
Development of an effective and modern contraceptive vaccine is a key factor in the global issue of regional population growth as well as agricultural, medical, economic and social development. A review was done of the current medical literature concerning development of an immunocontraceptive vaccine and relative molecular biology technology. Various approaches have been taken to identify candidate-specific antigens for immunocontraceptive development, such as sperm, zona pellucida and hormonal antigens. Suppressed fertility and the reversibility of these effects on mammalian species, including humans, have been demonstrated. The successful results obtained so far support the continued investigation for an effective immunocontraceptive vaccine.
Need For Sperm Retrieval And Cryopreservation At Vasectomy Reversal, C. Schrepferman, M. Carson, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Need For Sperm Retrieval And Cryopreservation At Vasectomy Reversal, C. Schrepferman, M. Carson, Amy Sparks, J. Sandlow
Amy E.T. Sparks
Purpose: Controversy exists on whether to obtain sperm for cryopreservation routinely at vasectomy reversal. With recent improvements in in vitro fertilization with intracytoplasmic sperm injection, it is now possible to obtain a small amount of testicular tissue for cryopreservation in the event of reversal failure. However, to our knowledge no studies exist of who is most likely to benefit from this procedure. Materials and Methods: We reviewed 84 consecutive vasectomy reversals performed by 1 surgeon (J. I. S.) between July 1996 and March 2000 with followup available for 77. We grouped cases by procedure as vasovasostomy, vasoepididymostomy and vasovasostomy with …
Tubal Versus Uterine Transfer Of Cryopreserved Embryos: A Comparative Analysis., Bradley Van Voorhis, D. Stovall, Amy Sparks, Craig Syrop
Tubal Versus Uterine Transfer Of Cryopreserved Embryos: A Comparative Analysis., Bradley Van Voorhis, D. Stovall, Amy Sparks, Craig Syrop
Amy E.T. Sparks
No abstract provided.