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Do men have “fertile days”? How male fertility really works
Men do not have “fertile days” as occurs in the female reproductive cycle. Unlike women, male fertility does not depend on a cycle, but on the continuous production of sperm. Male fertility is based on […]
Recessive diseases are hereditary diseases found in our genetic map. Although they affect only 1% of all newborns, they are mostly serious and incurable diseases and together have a high health, social and emotional impact. […]
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. Índice1 Initial tests and medical evaluation2 […]
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. Índice1 Is there a […]
In assisted reproduction treatment, every detail counts. And although for years the main focus was on the egg and embryonic development, today we know that sperm quality plays a decisive role in the reproductive success […]
Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidies (PGT-A) has undergone significant evolution over recent decades, driven by continuous advances in molecular genetics and reproductive biology. From its earliest applications using fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to current […]
The impact of fires on fertility
Following the fire at the distillation unit in Valle de Escombreras (Cartagena, Murcia), public concern has shifted from the visible column of smoke to the silent consequences on the body; medical specialists are focusing on […]
How endometriosis is diagnosed: medical tests and timing
Endometriosis is a chronic benign disease that involves the presence of endometrial tissue outside its usual location. It affects approximately 1 in 10 women and can cause high morbidity, with a significant impact on the […]
New Genetic Evidence on Pregnancy Loss:
Genetic Variants and Aneuploidyicas: new keys to understanding pregnancy loss Aneuploidy—the presence of an incorrect number of chromosomes in embryos—is the leading cause of pregnancy loss and genetic disorders such as Down syndrome. Although its […]
How Fertility Has Declined: Causes, Impact, and Prevention
Infertility is not an isolated phenomenon or a specific problem affecting only a few couples; it is a growing public health challenge. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it now affects 17.5% of the […]