Live Birth from Electively Cryopreserved Oocytes: A Feasible Option for Couples Opposed to Embryo Cryopreservation A Case Report

This case report describes a relatively novel indication for oocyte cryopreservation. A couple undergoing infertility treatment at our institution was opposed to embryo cryopreservation for religious reasons. After multiple unsuccessful infer- tility treatment cycles in- cluding ovulation induction...

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Published in:	Journal of reproductive medicine Vol. 61; no. 7-8; pp. 390 - 392
Main Authors:	Krause, Miriam S, Bohler, Henry, Christensen, Greg L, Nakajima, Steven T
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-08-2016
Subjects:	Cryopreservation Embryo Transfer Female Fertilization in Vitro Humans Live Birth Oocyte Retrieval Oocytes Pregnancy
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Summary:	This case report describes a relatively novel indication for oocyte cryopreservation. A couple undergoing infertility treatment at our institution was opposed to embryo cryopreservation for religious reasons. After multiple unsuccessful infer- tility treatment cycles in- cluding ovulation induction combined with' artificial insemination as well as cycles of therapy with in vitro maturation, we were able to offer them fertilization of a limited number of oocytes followed by oocyte cryopreservation. Since our initial fresh embryo transfer was unsuccessful, the thawing of a limited number of these oocytes prevented a second oocyte retrieval. The couple had 3 oocytes thawed and fertilized and had a successful term birth. Elective oocyte cryopreservation is a feasible option for successful pregnancy in patients opposed to embryo cryopreservation.
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ISSN:	0024-7758