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Review
. 2008 May;35(2):277-88, ix-x.
doi: 10.1016/j.ucl.2008.01.004.

Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)--what are the risks?

Joseph P Alukal  1 , Dolores J Lamb
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Review

Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)--what are the risks?

Joseph P Alukal et al. Urol Clin North Am. 2008 May.

Abstract

In vitro fertilization used in combination with intracytoplasmic sperm injection allows otherwise sterile couples to become parents. Despite recent studies on the safety of these technologies, there is still only an incomplete picture of the risks associated with the usage of these assisted reproductive techniques to offspring. The risk of multiple gestations continues to be of major concern because of its association with low birth weight, preterm delivery, and increased perinatal mortality. This article outlines the risks associated with in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection as a well-defined treatment for couples with severe male factor infertility.

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