Study: Infertility Treatments No Help Aug 8, 2008
Drug Treatment and Intrauterine Insemination May Not Work When Used Separately By WebMD Health News Reviewed by ... Researchers compared drug treatment to induce ovulation with no treatment; they also compared intrauterine insemination -- in which the sperm are placed inside the uterus to facilitate fertilization -- with no treatment ... In the intrauterine insemination group, women monitored their hormone levels and when they were ideal, the sperm were placed inside the uterus to facilitate... (WebMD)
Study: 2 popular fertility treatments don't work Aug 8, 2008
In the last group, doctors performed an intrauterine insemination in 193 women, a process where sperm are injected into the womb using a syringe. In Britain, clomifene citrate costs about $390 per course and the sperm insemination costs about $975 per cycle. (USA Today -- News)
Treating the Pill as Abortion, Jul 31, 2008
A draft regulation, still being revised and debated, treats most birth-control pills and intrauterine devices as abortion because they can work by preventing fertilized eggs from implanting in the uterus. The regulation considers that destroying "the life of a human being.". (Wall Street Journal)
HEALTH BLOG: Mental health news and notes Jul 23, 2008
Mental health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Study: Viagra might help some women. (USA Today -- Money)
State fines health insurer $1 million for denying claims Jul 22, 2008
Regulators say the fine follows an investigation by the Insurance Department into a complaint from an Ithaca woman who challenged the denial of a 154 claim for an intrauterine insemination treatment. Most of the improper denials involved claims of approximately 150. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Clinton vows to fight "insulting" abortion plan Jul 20, 2008
The former Democratic presidential candidate joined family planning groups to condemn the proposal that defines abortion to include contraception such as birth control pills and intrauterine devices. It would cut off federal funds to hospitals and states where medical providers are obligated to offer legal abortion and contraception to women. (Reuters)
Colo. faces vote on 'when life begins' Jul 14, 2008
And the amendment carries broader implications, critics say, such as limiting medical research involving embryos, inviting intrusive government oversight of pregnancies, and banning certain contraception, including the morning-after pill and the intrauterine device. "If we give fertilized eggs legal rights, abortion could be considered murder and a woman could be sent to jail for making the difficult life decision to terminate a pregnancy," said Crystal Clinkenbeard, spokeswoman for Protect... (Boston Globe)
His biological clock is ticking, too Jul 13, 2008
The scientists suggest that when either the man or the woman is over age 35, infertility treatment options, including in vitro fertilization (so-called test tube fertilization), might be more successful than intrauterine insemination (so-called turkey baster insemination. . (Los Angeles Times)
Dad's Age Plays Role in Fertility Jul 8, 2008
Researcher Stephanie Belloc of the Eylau Centre for Assisted Reproduction in Paris and colleagues analyzed the outcomes of more than 21,000 intrauterine inseminations (IUIs). An IUI is a type of fertility treatment in which the man's sperm is first separated (or "washed") from the seminal fluid and then inserted into the woman's uterus. (WebMD)
Study: Fertility Problems Affect Men Older Than 40 Jul 8, 2008
"Our data gives evidence for the first time, for a strong paternal effect on IUI (intrauterine insemination) outcome either on pregnancy rates but also on miscarriage rates," said Stephanie Belloc and her team from the Eylau Centre for Assisted Reproduction in France. The team looked at samples from more than 21,000 so-called IUI in which the sperm was washed in centrifuge to separate them from seminal fluid and then inserted directly into the uterus. (Fox News)
Scientists warn that biological clock affects male fertility Jul 7, 2008
Those who fail to conceive after mild forms of fertility treatment, such as intrauterine insemination (IUI), in which sperm is washed and transferred directly into the uterus, should move quickly to more advanced treatments, such as ICSI, where the best quality sperm are picked out and injected directly into the woman's egg. The study looked at pregnancies and miscarriages recorded for couples having IUI treatment at the clinic between 2002 and 2006. (guardian.co.uk)
Male biological clock 'ticks too' Jul 7, 2008
All were given intrauterine inseminations (IUI), also known as artificial insemination, where sperm is inserted into the womb when the woman is ovulating. It is given to couples where the woman has no fertility problems and is less invasive than IVF.. (BBC News -- Health)
Men's fertility decreases after 35, study confirms Jul 7, 2008
A study by Laboratoire d'Eylau, a centre for assisted reproduction in Paris, followed more than 21,000 men who had intrauterine inseminations at fertility clinics ... "But how DNA damage in older men translates into clinical practice has not been shown up to now. Our research shows for the first time that there is a strong paternal age-related affect on [intrauterine insemination] outcomes and this information should be considered by both doctors and patients in assisted reproduction." ... She... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Couples with fertility problems where the man is over 35 have increased difficulty in conceiving Jul 7, 2008
Dr. Belloc and colleagues followed up 21239 intrauterine inseminations (IUIs). In IUI the sperm is 'washed', or spun in a centrifuge, in order to separate them from the seminal fluid, and then inserted directly into the uterus. (EurekAlert!)
Men Over 40 Less Fertile Jul 7, 2008
"Our data give evidence for the first time, for a strong paternal effect on IUI (intrauterine insemination) outcome either on pregnancy rates but also on miscarriage rates," Belloc and her team from the Eylau Centre for Assisted Reproduction in France said ... The French team analyzed samples taken from more than 21,000 so-called intrauterine inseminations in which the sperm are washed or spun in a centrifuge to separate them from the seminal fluid and then inserted directly into the uterus. (Newsmax)
The Pill is Outdated Jul 2, 2008
Instead of relying on the Pill, James Trussell of Princeton University, said women should use other methods of contraception that are longer-lasting such as hormonal implants or intrauterine devices (IUDs). They can be fitted and forgotten, but can easily be removed if the woman changes her mind and wishes to become pregnant. (Newsmax)
The Pill has had its day as an effective contraceptive Jun 27, 2008
Speakers at the conference on the fu 00004000 ture of abortion will say that women should use longer-lasting methods such as hormonal implants or intrauterine devices (IUDs) that can be fitted and forgotten , but later removed if a woman wants a baby. Related Links. (Times Online)
Late Congenital Cytomegalovirus Has No Effect on Fetal Outcome Jun 25, 2008
They add that this study was small and observational design only, performing amniocentesis to diagnosis third trimester intrauterine CMV infection appears to be an unnecessary invasive procedure. SORCE: BJOG International, June 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Sexually Transmitted Disease, Urinary Tract Infections May Be Bad Combination For Birth Defect Jun 24, 2008
6, 2007) Researchers have found that intrauterine devices are safe and effective in a population of women previously not considered as good candidates for this method of birth. (May 22, 2008) An analysis of nearly 7 million US live births found that about 8 percent of babies born preterm had a birth defect -- more than twice the rate as full-term infants. (Science Daily)
Religious, gay rights clash in Calif. case Jun 20, 2008
Brody replied that, should Benitez require intrauterine insemination, she could not perform it for religious reasons. The two dispute exactly what Brody said would violate her beliefs. (Boston Globe)
Mothers Diet May Affect Daughters Puberty Jun 19, 2008
Researchers believe the condition arises from elevated placental cortisol levels which alter infant metabolism and lead to intrauterine growth retardation. Ultimately, such children show much higher rates of insulin resistance, obesity and atherosclerosis than normal. (New York Times)
Expectant Moms Should Wait Out Due Date For Deliveries, Experts Urge Jun 17, 2008
13, 2007) Pregnancy at age 40 and beyond is an independent risk factor for intrauterine fetal demise or stillbirth, according to an abstract presented by Yale School of Medicine researchers at the Society for. (Dec. (Science Daily)
ACCESS: Patients often struggle to obtain records Jun 12, 2008
On the envelope containing the strip that the hospital said was made days before her baby died is written "Stover, Beth," and "IUFD" for intrauterine fetal demise, "Female 3-5-06.". Stover and Lehna's father, Andy Brewer, do not believe the strip came from their child. (USA Today -- News)
Women Who Gain Excessive Weight During Pregnancy More Likely to Have Overweight Children Jun 9, 2008
"The earliest determinants of obesity may operate during intrauterine life, and gestational weight gain may influence the environment in the womb in ways that can have long-term consequences on the risk of obesity in children," said study leader Brian Wrotniak, P.T., Ph. D., of The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania. (PR Newswire)
New Mouse Model Mimics Hyperglycemia, Aids In Diabetes Research Jun 7, 2008
(May 11, 2008) Intrauterine growth retardation results in a baby having a low birth weight and has been linked to the development of type 2 diabetes in adulthood. It has been suggested that IUGR alters the. (Science Daily)
Greater Awareness Of Genetic Testing For Impaired Fetal Movement Can Save Babies' Lives Jun 5, 2008
4, 2008) New genetic mutations responsible for impaired fetal movement, which leads to a multitude or problems in later life as well as early spontaneous abortion, have been identified by a group of scientists, the annual conference of the European Society of Human Genetics will hear Saturday 31 May. Dr. Katrin Hoffmann, of the Charit; University Hospital, Berlin, Germany, will say that her team's findings could lead to strategies to prevent multiple miscarriages, and for children born with... (Science Daily)
Court weighs if doctors can not treat lesbian May 30, 2008
Benitez sued North Coast Women's Care, a fertility clinic in Vista (San Diego County), and two of its doctors who refused in 2000 to provide intrauterine insemination. She said Christine Brody, her treating physician, and Douglas Fenton, the clinic's medical director, told her their Christian beliefs prohibited them from furnishing the infertility treatment for a lesbian couple. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Calif. Justices Appear to Favor Lesbian in Dispute Over Artificial Insemination May 29, 2008
Case with unusually high number of amicus briefs involves doctors who claimed religious beliefs kept them from providing intrauterine insemination ... Justice Joyce Kennard all but announced a win for the gay community when she asked Los Angeles lawyer Jennifer Pizer, who represented a San Diego County lesbian who had been denied intrauterine insemination, whether she would be satisfied with a narrowly tailored ruling in her client's favor, or whether she was hoping for a ruling that touched on... (Law.com)
State Supreme Court may give gays a medical victory May 29, 2008
Several justices suggested during Wednesday's hearing that they would rule that religion was not a legal justification for two Christian physicians in San Diego County who declined to perform an intrauterine insemination for Lupita Benitez, a lesbian who sought to become pregnant in 1999. Justice Carol A. Corrigan, who voted against same-sex marriage, appeared strongly in favor of Benitez's right to medical treatment. (Los Angeles Times)
REGION: State's high court to hear local case of civil rights clash May 28, 2008
The attorney said the doctors, who are Christians, did not perform the intrauterine insemination because Benitez is not married ---- not because of her sexual orientation. And this was not a medical emergency, but rather an elective procedure, Tyler said. (North County Times)
Triplets Birth Complicated By Shared Placenta,... May 24, 2008
Alvarez said the following can be used as treatment options: intrauterine laser treatment, amniocentesis and ligation of the umbilical cord. "In mild cases, conservative treatment can achieve viable outcomes," Alvarez said. (Fox News)
Is The Future Of Surgery Painless And Scarless? May 21, 2008
Successful Diagnostic and Therapeutic Intrauterine Fetal Interventions. Investigators using NOTESTM have found for the first time that it can look at the entire uterus and reach areas that had not previously been accessible. (Science Daily)
How Slow Growth As A Fetus Can Cause Diabetes As An Adult May 12, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 11, 2008) Intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR), which results in a baby having a low weight at birth, has been linked to the development of type 2 diabetes in adulthood ... Development of type 2 diabetes following intrauterine growth retardation in rats is associated with progressive epigenetic silencing of Pdx1 ... 8, 2003) The birth of the first cloned animals in North Carolina may soon lead to advances in animal and human health, particularly the prevention of intrauterine... (Science Daily)
IUDs Seen to Reduce Cancer Risk May 9, 2008
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Intrauterine devices are not only among the most effective contraceptives, but they also can help protect women from a cancer of the uterus called endometrial cancer, researchers reported on Tuesday. Doctors often forget the devices, known commonly as IUDs, can treat endometriosis, Dr. David Grimes of Family Health International in Chapel Hill, North Carolina told a meeting of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in New Orleans. (MEDLINEplus)
A mom's guide to birth control May 2, 2008
You can also safely use an intrauterine contraceptive (IUC) or try any barrier method, such as a diaphragm, cervical cap, sponge, condom, and Leah's Shield (a reusable rubber insert), says Karen Meckstroth, M.D., assistant clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco. Q: I'm not sure whether I'm done having babies, so what's long-term but not permanent. (CNN -- Health)
New Treatment Could Double Pregnancy Rates With Assisted Reproductive Technology Apr 21, 2008
Existing ART procedures triple the risk of pregnancy complications such as miscarriage, preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction and pre-term births, some of which are life-threatening to the mother and/or her baby. Associate Professor Roberts and her colleagues hope to correct these problems with the new treatment. (Science Daily)
Philippines Population Climbs, Food Problems Loom Apr 18, 2008
Government booklets on responsible parenting make no mention of condoms, pills or intrauterine devices. MADE IT CLEAR. (Planet Ark, United States)
Brighter outlook for IVF babies Apr 16, 2008
Poor placental growth results in miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction, haemorrhage and premature births. Women who have undergone IVF are three times more at risk of these complications than women who have conceived naturally. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Nigeria: State Outlaws Condom Advocacy Apr 8, 2008
The state government has also banned the advocacy and distribution of other forms of contraceptives including IUDs (intrauterine device) and any other "un-natural" birth control. "Instead of teaching children how to use condoms to enjoy sex they should be taught total abstinence," the state commissioner for health, Amobi Ilika said when announcing the measures in late March at the state capital, Awka. (allAfrica.com)
Birth control choices abound for women over 40 Apr 4, 2008
So is the intrauterine device (IUD). The reason is that both are safer. (USA Today -- News)
* When she's not having a baby Apr 1, 2008
Although there is no good evidence that a woman's immunity to her partner's tissues is responsible for repeated miscarriage, suggestive evidence indicates that an immune abnormality may occur that interferes with producing the intrauterine growth factors needed for a successful pregnancy. But there is no proven treatment for such a problem. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Top Gynaecologists To Meet At GSMCH On March 30 Mar 29, 2008
During pregnancy, if anemia left untreated, then it might give rise to severe defects including premature births, intrauterine growth retardation, still birth and iron deficiency in later life. Anemia can be avoided easily by adopting the certain norms during pregnancy that included three times hemoglobin check in early pregnancy, in mid-pregnancy and during last three months. (TopNews)
Trying Again After Recurrent Miscarriages Mar 28, 2008
While there is no good evidence that a woman s immunity to her partner s tissues is responsible for repeated miscarriage, suggestive evidence indicates that an immune abnormality may occur that interferes with producing the intrauterine growth factors needed for a successful pregnancy. But there is no proven treatment for such a problem. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Ghanaians Drinking Less Water Mar 23, 2008
During the intrauterine stage of cell expansion, water for the foetus' cell growth has to be provided by the mother. One of the first indicators for water needs of the foetus and the mother seems to be morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy and water helps to carry nutrients through blood to the baby. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Media Silence on the Myth of 'Safe Sex' Mar 18, 2008
Many sexually transmitted infections can cause adverse pregnancy outcomes including miscarriages, stillbirths, intrauterine growth restriction and perinatal (mother-to-infant) infections. Some STDs can cause infertility or lead to ectopic pregnancy among women and one, the human papillomavirus, can cause cervical and anogenital cancer. (Townhall.com)
Genetics Mostly to Blame for Male Genital Birth Defect Mar 4, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - New research indicates that genetics rather than the intrauterine environment are mostly responsible for a relatively common birth defect of the penis. The defect, known as hypospadias, occurs when the urinary outlet is located on the underside of the head of the penis, instead of at the tip as is normal. (MEDLINEplus)
High court ruling favors medical device firms Feb 21, 2008
She said Congress passed the law to provide uniform regulation after states - led by California - began their own approval process for medical devices in response to lawsuits over infections attributed to the Dalkon Shield intrauterine device. Wednesday's ruling is "at odds with the (law's) central purpose: to protect consumer safety," Ginsburg said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Delusional Democrats: The Warm Fuzzies of Infanticide Feb 18, 2008
Those terminated by partial birth procedures, medically known as: intact dilation and extraction (also referred to as IDX and intrauterine cranial decompression) and dilation and evacuation (Dd the sensation on their little feet of a Doctors tender touch, just prior to the jolt of having a surgical instrument jammed into the back of their little heads. Think it through again wont you please. (Townhall.com)
Acupuncture may boost pregnancy, study finds Feb 9, 2008
Trevino, a 37-year-old family physician, had three unsuccessful pregnancy attempts with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture with in vitro fertilization at a fertility clinic in San Antonio, where she used to live ... She had three unsuccessful pregnancy attempts with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture with IVF at a fertility clinic in San Antonio where she used to live. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Analysis: Acupuncture may help conception Feb 9, 2008
A pregnant Dr. Ann Trevino had trouble getting pregnant with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture ... She had three unsuccessful pregnancy attempts with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture with IVF at a fertility clinic in San Antonio where she used to live. (CNN -- Health)
AIIMS pioneers in establishing first IVF Research Centre Feb 9, 2008
Although there is no permanent and secured treatment of infertility, yet in some cases simple methods as ovulation inducing drugs or intrauterine insemination improves the chances of conception. While in some major cases reproductive surgery as microsurgery of tubes and invasive surgery of the uterus may benefit some. (Newstrack India)
Insemination May Go Better With Acupuncture Feb 9, 2008
She had three unsuccessful pregnancy attempts with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture with IVF at a fertility clinic in San Antonio where she used to live. "I had been reading about acupuncture, probably like every other patient on the Internet. I was just willing to do anything possible to improve our chances," she said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Acupuncture may hike odds of conceiving Feb 8, 2008
She had three unsuccessful pregnancy attempts with intrauterine insemination before trying acupuncture with IVF at a fertility clinic in San Antonio where she used to live. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Health)
Specific Genetic Mutations May Contribute To Preterm Birth Risk Feb 2, 2008
"This indicates a possible genetic predisposition to a condition of real clinical consequence in terms of intrauterine growth restriction, preeclampsia and spontaneous preterm birth," said Hyagriv Simhan, M.D., assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, who is presenting the work ... Intrauterine growth restriction results in malnutrition of the developing fetus and babies of low birth weight and can be related to a... (Science Daily)
Review Compares Latest Birth Control Options Feb 1, 2008
6, 2007) Researchers have found that intrauterine devices are safe and effective in a population of women previously not considered as good candidates for this method of birth. (Jul. (Science Daily)
Bone disease could be treated in utero Feb 1, 2008
Prof Fisk, who completed the British study while at the Imperial College London, said the research had shown a profound therapeutic benefit of intrauterine stem cell therapy. "Our work suggests that, in the future, it could be possible to take stem cells from an unborn baby carrying the abnormal OI gene, manipulate them to correct the errant gene and then put them back into the fetus to allow it to develop properly," said Prof Fisk, a leading maternal-foetal medicine researcher. (The Age)
Stem Cell Treatment For Brittle Bones In The Womb Jan 31, 2008
Dr Yolande Harley of charity Action Medical Research, which funded the project, said: "Professor Fisk's work is a real breakthrough. It suggests that if stem cells could be successfully transplanted before a baby with OI is even born, it could mean a significant improvement in the child's health and quality of life. The team studied mouse models of human type III osteogenesis imperfecta. Fetal mesenchymal stem cells were injected through the wall of the uterus into 14 day old fetuses. At the age... (Science Daily)
Pushing age limits - along with their strollers Hoboken moms are waiting longer and longer to have kids Jan 29, 2008
The IVF center also helps with other fertility methods, including intrauterine insemination, which sperm cells are inserted into the woman's body. Miller said she has worked with many Hudson County residents, as well as people from around the world. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
900 children die of malnutrition per day in Bangladesh Jan 28, 2008
According to the keynote presenters, at least 13 million children are born annually with Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR), 112 millions are underweight and 178 million under-5 children suffer from stunning. "The high mortality and disease burden resulting from these nutrition-related factors make a compelling case for the urgent implementation of interventions to reduce or ameliorate their consequences," they said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Malathion: What you didn’t know Jan 24, 2008
Intestinal Disorders in Children Born After California Spraying wrote on Jan 24, 2008 7:07 AM:" SOURCE: Epidemiology, 3(1):32-39, January, 1992 This is the first study to show evidence of harm to human health after aerial sprayings of malathion over human populations. Investigators surveyed 933 pregnancies identified through hospitals in the San Francisco Bay Area, in relation to exposure to the pesticide malathion, applied aerially to control the Mediterranean fruit fly. The good news is that... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Abortion proposals ready for Legislature Jan 23, 2008
The anti-abortion group also aims to ban a rarely used abortion procedure called intrauterine instillation, which involves injecting saltwater or a hormone into the amniotic sac ... Wacker said her clinic doesn t offer intrauterine instillation, which is used infrequently in later-term abortions. (Winona Daily News, MN)
The Complex Face Of Abortion Jan 21, 2008
He believes the most effective countermeasure would be wider availability of contraceptives such as intrauterine device, or IUDs, that don't require attention as frequently as condoms or birth-control pills. But Henshaw noted that even women who are sterilized sometimes get pregnant and have abortions. (CBS News)
Report: Most Abortion Seekers Age 25 or Older Jan 19, 2008
He believes the most effective countermeasure would be wider availability of contraceptives such as intrauterine device, or IUDs, that don't require attention as frequently as condoms or birth-control pills. Though abortion is commonplace across the country, urban areas have far higher rates than rural areas where access to abortion providers can be difficult. (Fox News)
Woman accused of using drugs in another pregnancy Jan 14, 2008
He said the official cause of death was intrauterine fetal demise associated with maternal use of methamphetamines. Under Dolan's order, Gruenewald must live with her family in Arnold until she can be admitted to a treatment center for inpatient care. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Jessie, born to Crescent City family, faces heart surgery, must gain weight Jan 10, 2008
Jessie was born at 37 weeks gestation, but was found to be dealing with an intrauterine growth restriction. Her mother's placenta had stopped feeding her at three weeks in-utero. (Daily Triplicate)
