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Recurrent implantation failure: definition

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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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  1. Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare, Evanston, IL, USA

    John Rinehart

  2. Rinehart Center for Reproductive Medicine, 2500 Ridge Ave. Ste. 200, Evanston, IL, 60201, USA

    John Rinehart

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Implantation failure must be defined by each IVF center based upon the data from that center.

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Rinehart, J. Recurrent implantation failure: definition. J Assist Reprod Genet 24, 284–287 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-007-9147-4

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