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What defines azoospermia in a male?
What defines azoospermia in a male?
- Sperm concentration below the minimum norm
- High motility of sperm in ejaculate
- Presence of sperm in normal amounts in the ejaculate
- Total absence of sperm in the ejaculate (correct)
Which condition is considered an absolute indication for in vitro fertilization (IVF)?
Which condition is considered an absolute indication for in vitro fertilization (IVF)?
- Obstruction of one fallopian tube
- Absence or obstruction of both fallopian tubes (correct)
- Minor malformations of the uterus
- Incompatibility between partners
In how much time is a marriage considered infertile if pregnancy has not occurred during unprotected sexual activity?
In how much time is a marriage considered infertile if pregnancy has not occurred during unprotected sexual activity?
- 2 years
- 6 months
- 1 year (correct)
- 3 years
Which of the following are indications for artificial insemination?
Which of the following are indications for artificial insemination?
What is primary infertility characterized by?
What is primary infertility characterized by?
What is the proportion of male infertility as a cause of infertility in marriages?
What is the proportion of male infertility as a cause of infertility in marriages?
What drugs are primarily used to perform medical abortions?
What drugs are primarily used to perform medical abortions?
What are the goals of family planning?
What are the goals of family planning?
What defines secondary infertility in women?
What defines secondary infertility in women?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with female infertility?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with female infertility?
Which medication is NOT used for ovulation stimulation?
Which medication is NOT used for ovulation stimulation?
Which procedure is primary in the examination of an infertile couple?
Which procedure is primary in the examination of an infertile couple?
How long should the diagnosis of infertility ideally take?
How long should the diagnosis of infertility ideally take?
In which case is IVF most likely indicated?
In which case is IVF most likely indicated?
Which method is NOT considered a form of assisted reproductive technology?
Which method is NOT considered a form of assisted reproductive technology?
Which of the following is a characteristic of endocrine infertility?
Which of the following is a characteristic of endocrine infertility?
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Study Notes
Azoospermia
- Absence of sperm in ejaculate
- Different from low sperm concentration or motility
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Absolute Indications
- Absence or obstruction of both fallopian tubes
Infertility Definition
- Inability to achieve pregnancy with regular sexual intercourse without contraceptives for 1 year
Male Infertility
- Male infertility is the cause of infertile marriages in 40-60% of cases
Primary Infertility
- No prior pregnancies
- Not related to the absence of internal genital organs
- Not related to pregnancies terminated for medical reasons
Secondary Infertility
- Previous pregnancies
- Absence of pregnancy for 1 year of regular unprotected intercourse
Female Infertility Factors
- Obstruction of fallopian tubes
- Ovulation disorders
- Endometrial diseases and uterine malformations
- Immunological factors
Endocrine Infertility
- Characterized by ovulation disorders
- Can manifest as irregular menstruation
Examining an Infertile Couple
- Starts with the man, if female infertility is excluded otherwise both should be examined equally.
Infertility Diagnostic Methods
- Hormonal blood tests (LH, FSH, PRL, somatotropic hormone, cortisol, testosterone, estradiol, TSH, T, Tu)
- General clinical and gynecological bimanual examination
Medications for Ovulation Stimulation
- Clomiphene
Infertility Diagnosis Duration
- Should last no more than 3 months
IVF and Embryo Transfer Indications
- Absolute tubal infertility
- Asherman's syndrome
Assisted Reproductive Technologies
- Manipulations with embryonic material to overcome infertility
- Surgical restoration of fallopian tube patency
- Correction of genital developmental defects
Family Planning Goals
- Birth of wanted children
- Decreased unplanned pregnancies
- Decreased induced abortions
- Decreased maternal mortality rate
- Decreased perinatal mortality rate
Medical Abortion Drugs
- Antiprogestins
- Prostaglandins
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