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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Endocrinology
  • Infertility Research
  • Assisted Reproductive Technology

Background:

  • The 7 mm endometrial thickness cutoff in assisted reproductive technology (ART) is widely used but lacks robust scientific validation.
  • This threshold is based on outdated data and does not reflect current understanding of endometrial receptivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical relevance of the 7 mm endometrial thickness threshold in ART.
  • To determine if live birth outcomes differ significantly in patients with endometrial thickness below 7 mm, particularly with euploid embryo transfer.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent studies and clinical data on endometrial thickness and ART outcomes.
  • Analysis of live birth rates in relation to varying endometrial thickness measurements.
  • Consideration of factors like embryo euploidy and measurement variability.

Main Results:

  • Recent data indicate comparable live birth outcomes even with endometrial linings less than 7 mm.
  • The benefit is particularly noted when utilizing euploid embryos.
  • Endometrial thickness measurement shows significant variability and is influenced by confounding factors and clinical practices.

Conclusions:

  • Rigid endometrial thickness cut-off values, such as 7 mm, are not justified in ART.
  • Endometrial thickness should be considered part of a comprehensive, individualized patient assessment.
  • Clinical decisions in ART should not solely rely on endometrial thickness measurements.