Review
Oncology
Karima El Alaoui-Lasmaili, Phi Linh Nguyen-Thi, Nadine Demogeot, Joelle Lighezzolo-Alnot, Marie Jose Gross, Ludovic Mansuy, Pascal Chastagner, Isabelle Koscinski
Summary: This study aimed to improve the clinical practice of fertility preservation for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer. The majority of AYAs do not preserve their fertility, which has a significant impact on their quality of life. Lack of specific guidelines and various barriers hinder fertility discussions, but psychological support and professional training can promote these discussions and fertility preservation.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Bheena Vyshali Karunyam, Abdul Kadir Abdul Karim, Isa Naina Mohamed, Azizah Ugusman, Wael M. Y. Mohamed, Ahmad Mohd Faizal, Muhammad Azrai Abu, Jaya Kumar
Summary: The relationship between stress and infertility is complex. Studies investigating cortisol levels in infertile patients compared to fertile controls and in infertile subjects that conceive or don't conceive at the end of assisted reproduction treatments have yielded inconsistent findings.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Edgardo Somigliana, Marco Reschini, Valentina Bonanni, Andrea Busnelli, Letizia Li Piani, Paolo Vercellini
Summary: Available evidence from IVF studies indicates a detrimental effect of submucosal and intramural fibroids on embryo implantation, but this should not be extrapolated to natural fertility. Current research on the impact of fibroids on natural fertility is inadequate, and further investigation is needed to understand the association between fibroids and infertility.
REPRODUCTIVE BIOMEDICINE ONLINE
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Krista Schroeder, Brittany R. Schuler, Julia M. Kobulsky, David B. Sarwer
Summary: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with childhood obesity, with girls potentially more sensitive to the effects of ACEs than boys. Sexual abuse seems to have a greater impact on childhood obesity than other ACEs, and the co-occurrence of multiple ACEs may increase the risk of childhood obesity. Additionally, the effects of ACEs on childhood obesity may take 2-5 years to become evident.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ana Parra, Lorena Padilla, Xiomara Lucas, Heriberto Rodriguez-Martinez, Isabel Barranco, Jordi Roca
Summary: This systematic review focused on the relationship between seminal plasma extracellular vesicles (sEVs) and male (in)fertility. After screening and eligibility assessment, nine studies were selected, which identified differences in sEV molecules (specifically proteins and small non-coding RNAs) between fertile and subfertile/infertile males. The content of sEVs was also found to be related to sperm fertilizing capacity, embryo development, and implantation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Wei Wang, Xiang Hong, Fanqi Zhao, Jingying Wu, Bei Wang
Summary: Based on population evidence, increased levels of PFAS exposure are associated with reduced fertility in women, characterized by a reduction in fecundability odds ratio and an increase in odds ratio for infertility. This finding partially explains the decline in female fertility and provides insight into risk assessment for manufacturing products containing PFAS.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jordi Ribas-Maynou, Isabel Barranco, Maria Sorolla-Segura, Marc Llavanera, Ariadna Delgado-Bermudez, Marc Yeste
Summary: Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is an important tool for overcoming infertility, and sperm selection plays a crucial role in the success of ART treatment. Advanced sperm selection methods have been developed to improve ART outcomes and sperm quality/functionality parameters. This systematic review examined the impact of advanced sperm selection methods compared to traditional methods in infertile couples and found that advanced methods led to improved ART outcomes and beneficial effects on sperm quality/functionality parameters.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Peng Jia, Shaoqing Dai, Kristen E. Rohli, Robert Rohli, Yanan Ma, Chao Yu, Xiongfeng Pan, Weiqi Zhou
Summary: This study found associations between natural environmental factors such as temperature and altitude with childhood obesity. More longitudinal studies should be designed to confirm these effects and explore the potential health effects of more natural environmental factors.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Rahana Harjee, Jaskaran Khinda, Mohamed A. Bedaiwy
Summary: Surgical management, particularly through hysteroscopy, may be effective in treating isthmocele-associated secondary infertility with a relatively low complication rate based on the systematic review of 234 patients.
JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Qian Zhou, Li Zhao, Longhao Zhang, Qian Xiao, Tong Wu, Tommy Visscher, Jinfeng Zhao, Junguo Xin, Xueshuang Yu, Hong Xue, Hong Li, Jay Pan, Peng Jia
Summary: Childhood obesity is a pressing public health issue, with environmental factors potentially influencing lifestyle behaviors. Studies on the association between access to supermarkets and childhood obesity have shown mixed results, with better designed studies needed for a robust understanding in the future.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Aikaterini Vourdoumpa, George Paltoglou, Evangelia Charmandari
Summary: Overweight and obesity in childhood and adolescence is a major public health problem, with genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors influencing its development. This study reviewed evidence on the association between genetic variations and changes in body mass index (BMI) and body composition in overweight/obese children and adolescents undergoing multidisciplinary management. SNPs in 24 genetic loci were significantly associated with BMI and/or body composition changes, highlighting the role of genetic and molecular factors in the development of obesity.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Fei Xu, Lingling Jin, Zhenzhen Qin, Xiang Chen, Zhen Xu, Jing He, Zhiyong Wang, Wen Ji, Fu Ren, Qingyun Du, Yaqing Xiong, Peng Jia
Summary: Research has shown an association between the level of access to public transport and childhood obesity. While some studies show no significant association, more studies reveal a positive correlation. Therefore, improving access to public transport may help prevent childhood obesity.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Xiaojing Liu, Jing Yue, Ruqiya Pervaiz, Hanwang Zhang, Lan Wang
Summary: This study aimed to assess the association between fertility treatments and breast cancer incidence in genetically susceptible women. The results showed that fertility treatments did not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer, but further large prospective studies are needed.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
E. Nilsson-Condori, K. Mattsson, A. Thurin-Kjellberg, J. L. Hedenbro, B. Friberg
Summary: Previous bariatric surgery does not significantly affect the cumulative live birth rate in IVF, despite a lower number of retrieved oocytes and frozen embryos in the surgery group, as well as a lower birth weight in children born to mothers with previous surgery.
HUMAN REPRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Andrology
Moheiddin Alghobary, Taymour Mostafa
Summary: Addiction is a global problem that negatively impacts human health and quality of life. This review aimed to assess the effect of addiction on male fertility. The study found that different types of addiction substances have a negative impact on male fertility.