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Feasibility and results of a modified intrafollicular insemination technique for treating primary infertility

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We would like to thank Mrs. Miel Sundararajan for advice concerning the English wording of this paper.

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  1. Reproductive Medicine Unit, Donnamed Group, Nuova Villa Claudia Clinic, Via Flaminia Nuova 280, Rome, Italy

    Angelo Tocci & Caterina Lucchini

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Nine couples suffering primary infertility underwent intrafollicular spermatozoa insemination. Four pregnancies ensued: two normal babies were delivered and one pregnancy is presently ongoing.

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Tocci, A., Lucchini, C. Feasibility and results of a modified intrafollicular insemination technique for treating primary infertility. J Assist Reprod Genet 28, 821–824 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-011-9593-x

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