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Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics

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01-07-2007

Recurrent implantation failure: definition

Author: John Rinehart

Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics | Issue 7/2007

Abstract

Purpose

An attempt to define recurrent implantation failure.

Methods

Literature review.

Results

Numerous definitions of recurrent implantation failure exist. The complexity and redundancy of the process of implantation makes a single definition difficult to determine.

Conclusion

Each center must establish a definition of recurrent implantation failure based upon the data from that center. The definition of RIF used in our program requires the transfer of ≥8, 8-cell stage embryos or ≥5 blastocyst embryos.

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Title: Recurrent implantation failure: definition
Author: John Rinehart
Publication date: 01-07-2007
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics / Issue 7/2007
Print ISSN: 1058-0468
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7330
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-007-9147-4

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Recurrent implantation failure: definition

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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