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    Vitrification in assisted reproduction: Myths, mistakes, disbeliefs and confusion

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    Authors
    Vajta, G.
    Nagy, Z.
    Cobo, A.
    Conceicao, J.
    Yovich, John
    Date
    2009
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Vajta, G. and Nagy, Z. and Cobo, A. and Conceicao, J. and Yovich, J. 2009. Vitrification in assisted reproduction: Myths, mistakes, disbeliefs and confusion. Reproductive BioMedicine Online. 19 (SUPPL. 3): pp. 1-7.
    Source Title
    Reproductive BioMedicine Online
    DOI
    10.1016/S1472-6483(10)60278-7
    ISSN
    1472-6483
    School
    School of Biomedical Sciences
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/4609
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    The purpose of this work is to update embryologists and clinicians on different approaches in human oocyte and embryo cryopreservation, by clarifying some misunderstandings and explaining the underlying reasons for controversial opinions. The work is based on literature review and critical analysis of published papers or conference abstracts during the last 24 years, with special focus on the last 3 years. Due to the latest advancements in techniques, cryopreservation now offers new perspectives along with solutions to many demanding problems, and has developed from a backup procedure to a successful alternative that is an indispensable constituent of assisted reproductive techniques. However, this progress is not free from controversies, at some points is rather serendipitous, and many factors, including human ones, hamper the selection and widespread application of the most efficient technique for the given task. A better understanding of the basic features of the two rival approaches (slow-rate freezing and vitrification), a clarification of terms and technical details, and a balanced, pragmatic evaluation of possible risks and potential, or definite, gains are required to accelerate advancement. Alternatively, the increasing flow of patients to the few assisted reproduction clinics and countries that are highly successful in this field will enforce the required changes in methodology and mentality worldwide. © 2009 Published by Reproductive Healthcare Ltd.

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