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Chapter 1 - Access to Infertility Care

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 March 2020

By
Kevin Doody  and
Kaitlin Doody
Edited by
Alice D. Domar ,
Denny Sakkas  and
Thomas L. Toth
Alice D. Domar
Affiliation:
Boston IVF, Waltham, MA
Denny Sakkas
Affiliation:
Boston IVF, Waltham, MA
Thomas L. Toth
Affiliation:
Boston IVF, Waltham, MA
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Summary

ART has made great advancements in the last several decades. From 3D sonographic imaging to assess for mullerian anomalies, to new medications and treatment protocols, the science of infertility treatment is constantly evolving. As technology improves, there continues to be a rising demand for fertility services. In fact, over eight million children worldwide have been born as a consequence of ART. However, despite these advancements, ART is available to only a small portion of the affected population. Numerous barriers prohibit many couples from accessing the services required to create a family.

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Patient-Centered Assisted Reproduction
How to Integrate Exceptional Care with Cutting-Edge Technology
 , pp. 3 - 10
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2020

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