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Fertility Preservation Through Oocyte Vitrification: Clinical and Laboratory Perspectives

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Published on: September 16, 2021

COVID-19: New adaptation for IVF laboratory protocols.

Syed Waseem Andrabi¹, Mir Jaffar², Puneet Rana Arora³

¹Milann-The Fertility Centre Division of Embryology New Delhi India Division of Embryology, Milann-The Fertility Centre, New Delhi, India.

JBRA Assisted Reproduction

|June 30, 2020

Summary

As COVID-19 stabilizes, assisted reproductive technology (ART) services can resume. Careful planning is essential for safe and effective ART treatments, prioritizing staff and patient well-being.

Keywords:

COVID-19 IVF laboratory new adaptations

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Infectious Diseases

Background:

The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread disruption to healthcare services globally.
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) services were significantly impacted, leading to treatment delays for infertile individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline essential considerations for the safe resumption of ART services post-COVID-19 stabilization.
To emphasize the need for adherence to regulations and implementation of safety measures.

Main Methods:

Review of current pandemic status and regulatory guidelines.
Development of a framework for safe ART service re-initiation.

Main Results:

COVID-19 curves are stabilizing in many regions, allowing for phased service restoration.
ART services are critical as infertility is a disease requiring timely treatment.

Conclusions:

Resuming ART services requires a strategic approach, balancing treatment needs with infection control.
Implementing measured and vigilant steps is crucial to minimize COVID-19 spread among staff and patients while maintaining treatment quality.