articleHuman ReproductionAug 18, 2006BRONZE OA

Sperm DNA integrity assessment in prediction of assisted reproduction technology outcome

Scania (Sweden) · Lund University · +3 more institutions

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Abstract

Background

The sperm chromatin structure assay (SCSA) has been suggested as a predictor of fertility in vivo as well as in vitro. The available data however, have been based on limited numbers of treatments. We aimed to define the clinical role of SCSA in assisted reproduction.

Methods

A total of 998 cycles [387 intrauterine insemination (IUI), 388 IVF and 223 ICSI] from 637 couples were included. SCSA results were expressed as DNA fragmentation index (DFI) and high DNA stainable (HDS) cell fractions. Outcome parameters were biochemical pregnancy (BP), clinical pregnancy (CP) and delivery (D).

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Gynecology
  • Insemination
  • Andrology
  • Fertility
  • Biology
  • Intrauterine insemination
  • Assisted reproductive technology
  • Sperm
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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