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Michael Chapman
IVF Australia Southern Sydney,
Suite 15, level 3, St George Private Hospital, Kogarah, NSW, 2217
Australia
Review Article
Review: The Influence Of Endometrial Thickness On IVF Outcomes
Author(s): Emma Boys, Michael ChapmanEmma Boys, Michael Chapman
Background: Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) including In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) has led to improved outcomes for sub fertile couples and individuals. Endometrial thickness, a sensitive and reproducible marker of endometrial receptivity has been linked to success rates in IVF. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to review this association.
Methods: A literature search using the Cochrane library, EMBASE and MEDLINE was performed for eligible articles (n=11).
Results: Seven studies suggested that endometrial thickness had no impact on pregnancy rates. Four studies suggested that increased endometrial thickness had a positive effect on pregnancy rates. Two studies concluded that extreme endometrial thicknesses were negatively associated with pregnancy rates.
Conclusions: Existing .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2165-7491.1000107