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Objectives: Restorative reproductive medicine (RRM) is an emerging approach that can be used to treat infertility. Our goal was to compare RRM to IVF outcomes in 2019. Design: We conducted a retrospec...

Prior studies have observed impacts of air pollution on semen quality, but timing of exposure during developmental windows of spermatogenesis and impacts of low-to-moderate air pollution is less well ...

Understanding and mitigating health risks from poor indoor air quality, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5), is critical, yet conventional monitoring methods are costly and require skilled op...

ANZARD annual report on assisted reproductive technology activity, outcomes, and safety across Australia and New Zealand for 2023. Covers fresh-cycle and FET cycle counts, single-embryo transfer rates...

Background: Fertility rates in the UK are at an all-time low, with infertility affecting approximately 1 in 7 couples. Despite the rising demand for fertility services, fertility awareness, specifical...

In many animals, olfactory cues are key for recognizing their sex, kinship, and reproductive status. In humans, it has been proposed that males find female body odors attractive during the ovulatory p...

Emerging research underscores the pivotal role of the gut–immune–brain axis, a dynamic bidirectional communication system involving intricate interactions between the gut microbiota, immune responses,...

BACKGROUND: Acetaminophen is the most commonly used over-the-counter pain and fever medication taken during pregnancy, with > 50% of pregnant women using acetaminophen worldwide. Numerous well-designe...

Self-Worth is an over-arching evaluation of a person's sense of individual value. Self-worth, however, is an underappreciated concept. It has rarely been reported related to physiological data; we fou...

Background: Knowledge of the fertile and infertile phases of the menstrual cycle can be applied to conceive or to avoid pregnancy. Fertility intentions and sexual behaviors during the fertile time may...

Endometriosis is a chronic multisystem disease caused by the presence of endometrium-like tissue outside the endometrial canal, inciting inflammation and fibrosis. Transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) and M...

A one-day meeting was held as a pre-conference to the Catholic Medical Association Annual Educational event in 2024. A panel of eighteen physicians, scientists, and researchers involved in NFP work wa...

This case underscores the effectiveness of a combined laparoscopic and hysteroscopic approach in managing isthmocele, achieving symptom resolution and uterine integrity restoration. Individualized man...

Introduction: Physical activity is known to improve physical and psychological outcomes in pregnant women. While aerobic exercise is typically emphasized in physical activity guidelines for pregnant w...

OBJECTIVE: Our objective was to determine if oxytocin discontinuation in the active phase of labor impacts the rate of cesarean delivery compared to continuation of oxytocin. DATA SOURCES: This study...

Currently, there is limited information regarding the presence of chemicals in female underwear and the potential risks involved. This study investigated the levels of ten bisphenols in brassieres and...

Background: Infertility affects around 17.5% of reproductive-aged individuals worldwide, posing significant personal and public health challenges. Although Medically Assisted Reproduction and Assisted...

Background: Adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccination on human menstrual cycle characteristics have been observed, but limited data are available on the relationship between COVID-19 vaccination status ...

Global textile production, driven by consumer demand, raises significant concerns about exposure to chemicals in clothing and related products. This review synthesizes evidence (2019-2025) on hazardou...

Background: Fertility awareness-based methods (FABM) of family planning have increased in popularity in recent years. The effectiveness of various methods can vary substantially and can be user depend...

Background Reproductive hormones of the fertile window are often referenced to women in regular cycles, but this may not be representative of the hormonal profiles of women in different circumstances ...

Background: Perand polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure is widespread and has been linked with gynecologic disease. To our knowledge, no study has measured PFAS in endometrial tissue. Methods: ...

# Fertility treatment 2023: trends and figures Preliminary UK statistics for IVF and DI treatment, storage, and donation Published: June 2025 You have chosen not to allow videos from the 3rd party str...

Some medical professional organizations have advocated for including the menstrual cycle as a vital sign in adolescence, but not in adulthood. However, documenting menstrual cycle patterns is not rout...

Abstract Study question What gut microbiota and metabolic alterations are associated with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes (APOs)? Summary answer In PCOS, P...

Prenatal exposure to air pollution is an important risk factor for child health outcomes, including asthma. Identification of DNA methylation changes associated with air pollutant exposure can provide...

Importance: Identifying atypical body mass index (BMI) trajectories in children and understanding associated, modifiable early-life factors may help prevent childhood obesity. Objective: To character...

A cell-free particulate enzyme preparation of Mycobacterium smegmatis ATCC 607 catalyzed the transfer of labeled mannose from GDP[14C] mannose to methyl-alpha-D-mannopyranoside (an exogenously added a...

Background: Ovarian hormones affect cardiovascular health yet few sufficient-sized studies with reliable ovulatory documentation have assessed the QTc-hormonal relationship. This study investigated QT...

Breast tenderness and swelling are associated with premenstrual symptoms but are not well described in healthy women. In this 1-year prospective observational study, we examined daily breast tendernes...

The use of hormonal treatments for endometriosis has increased in recent years. Their effectiveness lies in creating a stable hormonal environment, reducing peripheral estrogen levels, and suppressing...

Importance: Medical gaslighting, in which a patient's concerns are dismissed without proper evaluation, has been described anecdotally in vulvovaginal patient care, but has not been quantified. Objec...

Objectives: This study aimed to elucidate the effects of messenger RNA (mRNA) and inactivated coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines on ovarian histology and reserve in rats. Methods: Thirty fe...

STUDY Question: Are dietary patterns associated with age at menarche after accounting for BMI-for-age (BMIz) and height? SUMMARY ANSWER: We observed associations between both the Alternative Healthy ...

Objective: There is considerable individual day-to-day variation within the menstrual cycle and between cycles in women. Average hormone curves inadequately describe the individual hormone patterns ex...

Objectives: The objective of this study is to test the association between preconception polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) using Utah's Pregnancy Risk Assessment...

Urtica dioica is widely distributed across temperate regions of the world and is highly beneficial and packed with nutritional value including a rich profile of phytochemicals, amino acids, and essent...

Traditionally, taste receptors (TRs) have been understood to reside within the taste buds on the tongue, serving as initiators for different taste perceptions. However, recent research has expanded ou...

STUDY Question: What is the association between endometriosis and the type and age of menopause? SUMMARY ANSWER: Women with endometriosis had a 7-fold increased risk of undergoing surgical menopause ...

There is growing interest in the use of microbial-seeding interventions to mitigate the impacts of prenatal antibiotics, C-section, and lack of breastfeeding on mother-child microbe sharing. However, ...

Restorative reproductive surgery has emerged to become an exciting and promising field of surgery that can transform the way that we treat patients, especially regarding fertility. As a prime example ...

The gut microbiome influences the metabolism and health of several organs beyond the gut and has recently gained considerable attention. The gut plays a central role in food digestion, absorption, nut...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that affects reproductive-aged women worldwide, causing hormonal imbalances and ovarian dysfunction. PCOS affects metabolic health and increas...