News tagged with reproductive abnormalities
Breakthrough for IVF?
Elsevier today announced the publication of a recent study in Reproductive BioMedicine Online on 5-day old human blastocysts showing that those with an abnormal chromosomal composition can be identified by the rate at whic ...
Obstetrics & gynaecology
May 16, 2013 |
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BPA harms human reproduction by damaging chromosomes, disrupting egg development
A Washington State University researcher has found new evidence that the plastic additive BPA can disrupt women's reproductive systems, causing chromosome damage, miscarriages and birth defects.
Medical research
Sep 24, 2012 |
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Sampling of embryonic DNA after IVF without biopsy
New study published in Reproductive Biomedicine Online shows that fluid-filled cavity in 5-day old human blastocysts may contain DNA from the embryo, allowing diagnosis of genetic disease without a biopsy
Medical research
Apr 02, 2013 |
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Whole genome sequencing of de novo balanced rearrangements in prenatal diagnosis
Whole genome sequencing of the DNA code of three prenatal samples provided a detailed map of the locations of their chromosomal abnormalities in 14 days, scientists reported today at the American Society of Human Genetics ...
Genetics
Nov 07, 2012 |
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New relief for gynecological disorders
The creation of new blood vessels in the body, called "angiogenesis," is usually discussed in connection with healing wounds and tumors. But it's also an ongoing process in the female reproductive tract, ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Apr 03, 2013 |
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Is combining hysterectomy and a tummy tuck safe?
(HealthDay) -- New research suggests that combining two very different surgeries -- a hysterectomy and a tummy tuck -- is relatively safe, with no major complications seen in 65 women who had both procedures ...
Surgery
May 11, 2012 |
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Giving up smoking averts the adverse birth outcomes associated with tobacco
Scientists have shown for the first time in a large population study that mothers' stopping smoking around the time of getting pregnant can prevent the harmful effects of tobacco on their babies' growth.
Health
Jul 06, 2011 |
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Test for chromosome abnormalities sheds light on genetic origins of faulty eggs
Researchers are developing a new way to test a woman's egg for chromosome abnormalities that avoids the need to manipulate and biopsy the egg itself. The research may also shed light on the crucial role played by certain ...
Medical research
Jul 05, 2011 |
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Chemical exposure at work is putting Scottish plastic workers at risk of breast cancer
A new study published in the journal New Solutions presents strong evidence that women employed in the plastics industry are exposed to workplace chemicals that can increase their risk of breast cancer and reproductive abnorm ...
Health
Dec 07, 2012 |
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Researchers identify environmental exposure to organochlorines may impact male reproduction
Melissa Perry, Sc.D., M.H.S., professor and chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the GW School of Public Health and Health Services and adjunct associate professor at the Harvard School of Public ...
Health
Jan 09, 2012 |
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