ISSN: 2375-4508
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Misty Blanchette-Porter
United States
Research Article
Disposition of Frozen Embryos: One Programs Experience with Contacting Patients about Embryos in Storage
Author(s): Manisha Apte, Sarah H Gibson, Misty Blanchette-Porter and Judy E Stern
Manisha Apte, Sarah H Gibson, Misty Blanchette-Porter and Judy E Stern
Background: We conducted a retrospective study that focused on the disposition of excess embryos produced from ART at a hospital storage facility, and analyzed response rates and embryo decisions made as a result of these procedures.
Methods: Data collected from 552 patients from 2000-2011 included the number and content of written correspondences during time of storage, and on the final dispositions. We calculated the time it took to receive a response each year, assessed the decisions made, and reasons for non-response. Comparisons were made using chi square for categorical variables and ANOVA for continuous variables with significance at P < 0.05.
Results: The percentage of responses declined with increasing years in storage, and increased for nonresponse. Frozen embryo transfer (FET) and donation were the mo.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2375-4508.1000157