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  • Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
  • Embryo Transfer Practices

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  • Compassionate embryo transfer is an emerging practice in assisted reproductive technology.
  • Understanding current physician knowledge and practices is crucial for standardization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) physicians' knowledge of compassionate embryo transfer.
  • To evaluate current practices and perceived barriers related to offering compassionate embryo transfer.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was distributed to members of the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
  • The survey assessed awareness, offering rates, barriers, and performance of compassionate embryo transfer.

Main Results:

  • Of 202 respondents, 168 had heard of compassionate transfer, and 75 had offered it.
  • Lack of patient interest was a common barrier; 130 physicians would offer it with patient demand.
  • Only 55 physicians had performed compassionate transfer in the past two years, with no consensus on timing or embryo number.

Conclusions:

  • REI physicians exhibit diverse knowledge and practices regarding compassionate embryo transfer.
  • Developing written protocols for using embryos for nonreproductive purposes is advised.
  • The American Society for Reproductive Medicine should create recommendations to standardize compassionate transfer practices.