Fertility
There’re many reasons why men and women cannot conceive, even after a previous pregnancy. Either due to dysfunctions in the reproductive system or because the gametes have alterations. Discover the different aspects involved and their treatments.
The ethical issues faced in assisted reproduction clinics
Although Spanish law led the way in regulating the practice of assisted reproduction and made significant progress in comparison with legislation in neighbouring countries, and even though Spain is, furthermore, a leader in the field both […]
What is the impact of tropical diseases on fertility and pregnancy?
Tropical diseases are found exclusively, or mainly, in the tropics, areas of the world that have a humid or warm climate. They are caused by parasites or viruses and are transmitted mainly by insects (for […]
Adenomyosis is defined as an abnormal presence of endometrial tissue inside the muscular lining of the uterus. Adenomyosis is not a well-known condition because diagnosis is not easy. Clinical expression can range from no symptoms whatsoever […]
The dangers of being ill-informed in forums on fertility
The Internet, with its wide range of possibilities (webpages, forums, social media and so on), opens up an endless array of opportunities for obtaining information. However, the participants are anonymous and forums often turn into […]
Using stem cells as the answer to ovarian failure. Hope or reality?
Significant progress has been made over the last few decades in the field of fertility in order for patients to be able to have children of their own. However, one of the greatest challenges in reproductive medicine is pregnancy in […]
Does being sexually aroused improve semen quality?
It has been scientifically proven that there are risk factors in our daily lives that have a negative impact on the quantity and quality of spermatozoa. These factors include emotional stress, doing a physically demanding job, sitting for […]
New examination aimed at testing couples with recurrent implantation failure
Instituto Bernabeu focusses on providing personalised solutions, particularly in cases of patients with a difficult reproductive prognosis (low ovarian reserve and recurrent implantation failure (RIF)). Carrying out a number of empirical tests and treatments has, on occasions, […]
What is a residual follicle? Diagnosis and treatment of a residual cyst
Residual follicle is the term given to the structure remaining in the ovary following a process of stimulation, whether this has been for insemination or during a cycle of in vitro fertilisation (IVF). Diagnosis is […]
What are the main causes of male sterility and infertility?
The male partner’s role in infertility has, historically, been undervalued and underdiagnosed for cultural and social reasons. However, we are now seeing progress in the analysis of men and a growing interest amongst patients in their fertility […]
How affects my fertility the inflamation of the fallopian tubes?
In order for natural conception to take place, three basic factors need to be come together: ovulation needs to take place, there needs to be an appropriate quantity of spermatozoa with appropriate mobility in the ejaculate and, […]