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REPRODUCTIVE BIOMEDICINE ONLINE
Volume 23, Issue 3, Pages 274-278Publisher
ELSEVIER SCI LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2011.05.018
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IVF; IVF outcomes; low-intensity IVF; minimal-stimulation IVF; natural cycle IVF; patient-friendly IVF
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A recent publication in this journal strongly advocated low-intensity IVF (LI-IVF) after presenting the authors' experience with minimal ovarian stimulation (mini-IVF). The data presented failed to support their conclusions. Therefore, presented here is a critique of their manuscript and of uncontrolled clinical use of LI-IVF, in general. In the absence of properly controlled studies, all forms of LI-IVF should be considered experimental and be offered only in well-controlled research settings and with appropriate informed consent. (C) 2011, Reproductive Healthcare Ltd. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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