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Princeton IVF
The treatment of infertility first requires an understanding of why a couple is
unable to conceive. Once the cause is determined (or is determined to be
unexplained), we can
plan the best individualized treatment course for our patients. Treatment may
involve medications, surgery or assisted reproductive technology.
A specimen of the male partner's semen is obtained in a sterile collection cup,
and brought to the laboratory. The best results are obtained when the husband
abstains for 3
days, and the sample arrives at the lab within an hour of ejaculation. The
sample is then evaluated for volume, sperm count, motility (the percent that are
swimming) and
morphology (the number that are normally shaped). Although normal values, vary
between laboratories, a normal count is typically >20 million/ml and normal
motility and
morphology are 14 %. This test is done rule-out male causes for infertility,
and to see if the couple might benefit from treatment such as artificial
insemination or IVF. A special type of analysis may be required for couples
undergoing IVF.
Most of the other test are useful only if the menstrual cycles are irregular.
Prolactin is pituitary gland hormone that may go up in women with small benign
growths of the
pituitary gland and on certain medications. Thyroid tests help to determine if
there may be a problem with the thyroid. Testosterone, DHEAS and
17-hydroxyprogesterone are androgens (male hormones) that may be useful to check
in women who also have excessive hair growth or PCOS. Women with PCOS are also
screened for diabetes.
This is a same-day surgical procedure in which a telescope is inserted into the
belly button and the pelvic organs are examined. Using the harmonic scalpel,
laser,
electrocautery or other tools, endometriosis and/or scar tissue can be resected.
This is usually done under general anesthesia, but in some instances is done
under local
anesthesia only.
princetonivf.com
Telephone: 609-896-4984
FAX: 609-896-3266
After hours: 609-896-0777
2 Princess Road, Suite C
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Delaware Valley Institute of Fertility and Genetics
Most male infertility cases occur due to sperm production problems. Three
important factors of the sperm are 1. count, 2. motility, and 3. morphology
(shape). The male
may produce too few sperm (oligospermia) or no sperm (azoospermia). It’s also
considered abnormal if less than 50 percent of the sperm in the ejaculate are
motile
(asthnospermia) or if there are too many abnormally shaped sperm (teratospermia).
Abnormal sperm are not believed to be capable of fertilizing an egg. Alcohol and
drugs, including marijuana, nicotine, and certain medications can also
temporarily reduce sperm quality. Some studies have found that exposure to
environmental toxins, including pesticides and lead, may cause poor sperm
quality. Some medical problems and their treatment may lead to difficulties with
ejaculation and impotence (the inability to have an erection).
Most female factor problems involve ovulation disorders. If a woman doesn’t
ovulate, eggs are not available to be fertilized. Symptoms of this problem
include irregular
menstrual periods or not menstruating at all (amenorrhea). Too much stress, poor
nutrition, and intense athletic training can affect a woman’s hormonal balance,
causing menstrual problems. If a woman’s more than 30 percent over her ideal
body weight, she also may have problems ovulating.
To help solve these ovulation disorders, our doctors must first diagnose your
problem. Here are some of the most common causes of ovulation disorders. (For a
description of how we treat these conditions, please click on the left).
A serious infection of the female reproductive organs, PID is usually caused by
sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea or Chlamydia. If left
untreated, PID can lead to damage to the fallopian tubes, causing infertility
and raising the risk of a future ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy that develops
outside the uterus, usually in one fallopian tube).
www.startfertility.com
6000 Sagemore Drive, Suite 6102
Marlton, NJ 08053
856-988-0072
fax: 856-988-0056
Delaware Institute for Reproductive Medicine
The philosophy of our Center is to provide you with the compassionate, sensitive
and individualized care you expect. We understand the ever-challenging medical,
financial, and emotional impact infertility treatment has on a couple. Our focus
is to make your dreams of having a family a reality by utilizing the most
cutting-edge technology modrn science has to offer.
Communication is one of the essential elements necessary to provide the highest
quality of individualized patient care. We are committed to focus on your
fertility issues, your treatment and your outcome. We will strive to answer all
your questions and concerns throughout the process in a sensitive, compassionate
manner.
We are aware that there are times when infertility treatment can be difficult
and confusing. We are devoted to spending as much time with you as necessary in
order to address any of your questions or concerns. We will strive to treat you
as we would expect to be treated if we were undergoing our own infertility
treatment.
Infertility affects all aspects of your life, your future goals, your
relationships, and sense of self. Wherever you are in the stages of infertility,
you are not alone! We are here to help you.
We offer a comprehensive range of services for infertile couples from basic
therapy through the most advanced reproductive technologies available anywhere.
We also have emotional and psychological support available.
We have assisted thousands of couples to conceive. The Institute's comprehensive
patient support programs, state-of-the-art technologies, and highly qualified
professionals, help to ensure the highest pregnancy rates with exceptional,
individualized patient care.
www.drjeffreyrussell.com
4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road
Suite 111
Newark, DE 19713
Phone: 302-738-4600
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