Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology Overview

A collection of flashcards that cover key concepts related to infertility, its causes, diagnostic tests, treatment options, and emerging technologies in assisted reproductive technology.

Infertility

A disease of the male or female reproductive system defined by the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse.

Total Fertility Rate

The average number of children that would be born to a woman over her lifetime based on current birth rates.

Ovulation Induction

A treatment that involves using medication to stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs.

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)

A medical procedure where an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body, in a laboratory.

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

A specialized form of IVF that involves injecting a single sperm directly into an egg.

Endometriosis

A medical condition where tissues similar to the lining inside the uterus grow outside it and can cause pain and infertility.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

A hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess hair growth, and obesity.

Cryopreservation

The process of preserving cells, tissues, or any biological constructs by cooling them to very low temperatures.

Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)

Genetic testing of embryos before they are implanted during an IVF cycle.