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Treating Women of Advanced Reproductive Age

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Principles of Oocyte and Embryo Donation

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Since the announcement of the first birth from in vitro fertilization the public has held a special fascination for assisted reproduction. Yet, the preoccupation surrounding pregnancies in menopausal women may actually surpass the fanfare that ushered in IVF. The news of deliveries by 50-year- old1 and even 60-year-old women2 has been heralded by some as medical breakthroughs, while others condemn the practice as a gross misuse of assisted reproductive technology. Some countries have actually banned the practice.3,4 Protagonists have been steadfast in arguing for its applicability and acceptance.5 Regardless of anyone’s moral stance on the issue, menopausal pregnancy is a fascinating phenomenon that brings to the forefront a host of issues for public discussion that undoubtedly will be the focus of debate for years to come.

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Sauer, M.V. (1998). Treating Women of Advanced Reproductive Age. In: Sauer, M.V. (eds) Principles of Oocyte and Embryo Donation. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-1640-7_17

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