Predictors of low response to mild ovarian stimulation initiated on cycle day 5 for IVF
- Verberg, M.F.G.
- Eijkemans, René
- Macklon, Nick
- Heijnen, E.M.
- Fauser, Bart
- Broekmans, Frank
DOIAbstract
textabstractBackground: Milder stimulation protocols are being developed to minimize adverse effects of ovarian stimulation in in vitro fertilization (IVF) programs. A drawback is the possibility of an increased rate of insufficient ovarian response. This study aimed to develop a prognostic model for the prediction of cycle cancellation due to insufficient response to mild stimulation. Methods: A total of 174 IVF patients aged <38 years and with a body mass index (BMI) <28 Kg/m2were treated with mild ovarian stimulation using a fixed daily dose (150 IU) of recombinant follicle-stimulating hormone (rFSH) from cycle day 5 and GnRH antagonist from the late follicular phase. In women with mono- or bifollicular growth (17%), the cycle was cancel...
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