Journal of Fertilization: In Vitro - IVF-Worldwide, Reproductive Medicine, Genetics & Stem Cell Biol
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Abstract

Ovarian Functions and Reproductive Preservation in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Review of Literature

Ahmed Altraigey, Basem Talaat and Kaled Mohamed

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic, autoimmune disease of unknown etiology. The course of SLE is highly variable, with recurrent remission and exacerbation. The prevalence of the disease is affected by race, age and gender. In this review of literature, we tried to surf the web searching for all of articles concerned with ovarian functions, reserve and preservation among patients with SLE.