Gynaecology
In this section you will find all the information regarding the care of the female reproductive system, the pathologies of the female organs and the prevention of gynaecological diseases.
World Menopause Day, 18 October: why it is celebrated
Every 18 October marks World Menopause Day, a date to talk openly about a stage of life that every woman will go through. Menopause is not a disease, but it is a profound hormonal change […]
Endometriosis is a chronic, oestrogen-dependent inflammatory disease that affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. It is characterised by the presence of tissue similar to the endometrium outside the uterine cavity, which can cause […]
What Is PMOS and Why PCOS Is Being Replaced by PMOS
What Is Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) is the new name for what, until recently, was known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This change was established through a global consensus […]
Sclerotherapy in Endometriosis: a minimally invasive and safe technique
Endometriosis is a complex disease that can significantly affect the quality of life and fertility of many women. In recent years, less invasive alternatives to traditional surgery have emerged, such as endometrioma sclerotherapy, a safe […]
IVF with own eggs: when is it viable?
In vitro fertilisation (IVF) with own eggs is one of the most commonly used treatments in assisted reproduction when a couple or a woman wishes to achieve pregnancy using her own gametes, without resorting to […]
What Is the Egg Freezing Process Step by Step?
Egg vitrification (freezing) is a simple medical procedure. The process usually lasts between 10 and 15 days, from the start of ovarian hormonal stimulation to egg retrieval and vitrification. Initial tests and medical evaluation Any […]
How Long Can Frozen Eggs Be Stored?
Once oocytes have been vitrified, they do not deteriorate over time. They remain in exactly the same condition as at the moment they were vitrified, meaning they can remain frozen indefinitely. Is there a maximum […]
By not using external gamete banks, we can guarantee that none of our patients have received these semen samples. An unprecedented medical scandal has rocked Europe: a single sperm donor, carrier of a genetic mutation […]
Complementary or add-on treatments in cases of low ovarian reserve
Low response to ovarian stimulation is a medical challenge, as the number of oocytes retrieved is a key factor in the success of in vitro fertilisation.Low ovarian response is considered to be when fewer than […]
The Microbiome and Fertility: A Key Relationship
The microbiome is the collection of microorganisms that live in our bodies and influence important functions like digestion, immunity, and protection against infections. In recent years, it has been discovered that it also plays a […]