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S C Ng1, T A Bongso, C L Chan

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National University Hospital, Singapore.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|November 1, 1990
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Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) have advanced significantly since 1978, encompassing techniques like in-vitro fertilization. However, ethical concerns and limited success in live birth rates persist, with potential future restrictions on ART use.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Embryology
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) have seen rapid development since 1978.
  • ART involves in-vitro handling of oocytes or embryos before replacement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the advancements and current status of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART).
  • To discuss the various techniques, ethical considerations, and future prospects of ART.

Main Methods:

  • Overview of established ART techniques including IVF-ER, GIFT, TET, oocyte/embryo donation, and cryopreservation.
  • Highlighting newer micro-manipulation methods like zonal procedures and micro-insemination sperm transfer (MIST).
  • Mention of emerging co-culture techniques for improving embryo quality.

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Main Results:

  • Significant progress in ART techniques over the past decade.
  • Persistent ethical issues and a lack of substantial improvement in live birth rates.
  • Growing interest in embryo co-culture to enhance embryo quality.

Conclusions:

  • The usefulness of ART may have been overstated to the public.
  • Future applications of ART might become more restricted to specific patient groups.
  • Ongoing research focuses on improving embryo quality through co-culture methods.