EMBRYO QUALITY

Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Fatty Acids and Embryo Quality in PCOS: A Fresh Look

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a common issue among women who can have children. It is a problem with hormones and reproduction. Women with PCOS often have trouble with their eggs. This can make it hard for them to have babies. One big question is how fat, specifically fatty acids, affects the eggs in women with PCOS. This is important because fat can change ...

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

Does Sperm DNA Fragmentation Really Matter in IVF?

Ever wondered if damaged sperm DNA really affects IVF success? Scientists have been debating this for a while. Some say a high sperm DNA fragmentation index (DFI) means poor embryo quality. But recent studies show it's not that simple. First, let’s talk numbers. The threshold for diagnosing male infertility and predicting IVF outcomes has been all over the place, ra...

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