Big Y chromosome not significantly influences outcomes of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer.
- Author:
Xiao-dong HU
1
;
Yong ZENG
;
Mei-lan MO
;
Qi LIN
;
Jing CAI
;
Chu-ping GUO
;
Jiang-lin DENG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Chromosomes, Human, Y; Embryo Implantation; Female; Humans; Infertility, Male; genetics; therapy; Male; Pregnancy; Pregnancy Rate; Prospective Studies; Sperm Injections, Intracytoplasmic
- From:National Journal of Andrology 2006;12(12):1088-1090
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo evaluate the influence of big Y chromosome on the outcomes of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer.
METHODSData of 127 cycles of IVF/ICSI-ET, performed in our Reproductive Medicine Center from March 2001 to June 2003 were analyzed. The patients were divided into two groups according to the length of chromosome: Group A, 56 cycles with big Y chromosome
RESULTSNo significant difference was observed in the quality of embryos and in the and Group B, 71 cycles with normal karyotype. rates of fertilization, cleavage, clinical pregnancy, implantation, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, dead infant delivery, malformation,
CONCLUSIONBig Y chromosome has no significant influence on the baby boy delivery and baby girl delivery between the two groups. development of embryos and the outcome of pregnancy.
