Journal of Women's Health Care
Open Access
ISSN: 2167-0420
ISSN: 2167-0420
Alexandros Gryparis
Greece
Research Article
Greek Medical Students Knowledge and Attitudes towards Infertility and
Assisted Reproductive Technologies (Greek Medical Students and ART)
Author(s): Vassiliki Fotopoulou, Anthia Chasiakou, Alexandros Gryparis and Stavroula Baka
Vassiliki Fotopoulou, Anthia Chasiakou, Alexandros Gryparis and Stavroula Baka
Background: Infertility is a common medical condition with different implications. Previous work has demonstrated that university students present significant gaps in their perception regarding infertility and assisted reproduction technologies (ART), and postpone parenthood until the completion of their studies or even after achieving a stable career. We aimed to assess female medical students’ knowledge and attitudes toward assisted reproduction, fertility preservation and infertility treatments, and possible impact on career and family planning.
Methods: We recruited students aged 18 to 26 years old, who completed a questionnaire regarding female fertility, ART and impact on future planning. Results: Most of the 422 respondents were aware of ART, but were not familiar with ovarian tissue cryopreservation and vitrification. Almost 50% o.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2167-0420.1000268