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Telemonitoring in IVF/ICSI.

¹Centre for Reproductive Medicine, University Hospital Ghent, Ghent, Belgium.

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|April 1, 2017

Summary

Selected patients can perform home-based sonography for in vitro fertilization (IVF), increasing empowerment and discretion. While beneficial for patients, this approach may pose challenges for healthcare providers.

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Medical Technology
Patient-Centered Care

Background:

Traditional ovarian stimulation for IVF/intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) necessitates frequent clinic visits.
This can be burdensome for patients, impacting their stress levels and daily routines.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the feasibility and patient experience of home-based sonography for IVF.
To assess the rationale, research findings, and early clinical outcomes of this innovative approach.

Main Methods:

Review of published experience and early clinical data on home-based sonography for IVF patients.
Focus on patient self-procurement of sonographic video sequences.

Main Results:

Selected patients demonstrate willingness and competence in performing home sonography.
Patients report increased empowerment, discretion, and reduced stress.
Partner involvement in the IVF process tends to increase with home-based monitoring.

Conclusions:

Home-based sonography is a patient-accepted method, enhancing their experience of IVF treatment.
While positive for patients, this approach may present logistical challenges for healthcare providers.
Further research and development are needed to optimize home-based sonography integration into IVF protocols.

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