Effect of a programmed short-term stimulation protocol on the replacement of cryopreserved embryos.

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  • Author(s): Imthurn B;Imthurn B; Macas E; Rosselli M; Keller PJ
  • Source:
    Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics [J Assist Reprod Genet] 1996 Oct; Vol. 13 (9), pp. 709-12.
  • Publication Type:
    Comparative Study; Journal Article
  • Language:
    English
  • Additional Information
    • Source:
      Publisher: Springer Country of Publication: Netherlands NLM ID: 9206495 Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Print ISSN: 1058-0468 (Print) Linking ISSN: 10580468 NLM ISO Abbreviation: J Assist Reprod Genet Subsets: MEDLINE
    • Publication Information:
      Publication: <2004- >: Amsterdam : Springer
      Original Publication: New York : Plenum Press, c1992-
    • Subject Terms:
      Clinical Protocols* ; Cryopreservation* ; Embryo, Mammalian*; Embryo Transfer/*methods ; Menstrual Cycle/*physiology ; Norethindrone/*analogs & derivatives ; Ovulation Induction/*methods; Adult ; Female ; Fertilization in Vitro ; Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer ; Humans ; Norethindrone Acetate
    • Abstract:
      Purpose: Through problems in the management of embryo thawings and transfers, we investigated in a comparative study the use of the natural cycle and of a programmed short-term stimulation protocol as preparation method for the replacement of cryopreserved embryos. To date, 117 embryos have been thawed, and 60 (51%) survived with > or = 50% intact blastomeres.
      Methods: In 31 cases, replacement of the frozen-thawed embryos was planned in the natural cycle (group A) and in nine cases in the stimulated cycle (group B). In group A, 16 replacements could be performed (cancellation rate 48%). Six transfers took place on weekends (37%). Two clinical pregnancies could be established (13% per replacement). In group B, there were no canceled cycles (p < 0.025). All thawings and transfers could be conducted between Monday and Friday. In one case, the single one frozen embryo was degenerated after thawing.
      Results: Thus, eight replacements could be performed which resulted in three clinical pregnancies (38% per replacement, n.s.) and one biochemical pregnancy.
      Conclusions: Based on our results, we conclude that a programmed short-term protocol not only provides viable embryos with a good cryopreservation potential, but it is also a reliable preparation method for the replacement of frozen-thawed embryos.
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    • Accession Number:
      9S44LIC7OJ (Norethindrone Acetate)
      T18F433X4S (Norethindrone)
    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 19961001 Date Completed: 19970218 Latest Revision: 20190515
    • Publication Date:
      20250114
    • Accession Number:
      10.1007/BF02066423
    • Accession Number:
      8947818