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Savina V.A.

International center for reproductive medicine

Isakova E.V.

International center for reproductive medicine

Korsak V.S.

International center for reproductive medicine

The role of the corpus luteum in frozen embryo transfer. Review

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Savina V.A., Isakova E.V., Korsak V.S.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2023;29(2): 23‑30

DOI: 10.17116/repro20232902123

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THE ROLE OF THE CORPUS LUTEUM IN FROZEN EMBRYO TRANSFER. REVIEW
THE ROLE OF THE CORPUS LUTEUM IN FROZEN EMBRYO TRANSFER. REVIEW

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Savina VA, Isakova EV, Korsak VS. The role of the corpus luteum in frozen embryo transfer. Review. Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2023;29(2):23‑30. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/repro20232902123

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Abstract:

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the share of frozen embryo transfer (FET) among other programs of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), which became the basis for finding the best option for preparing patients for this procedure. This review presents the results of published works that were devoted to the study of the relationship between the state of the endometrium and the frequency of pregnancy, as well as the study and analysis of the course and outcomes of the onset of pregnancies, and in particular, the role of the functional activity of the corpus luteum in these processes.

Keywords:

arozen embryo transfer
natural cycle
modified natural cycle
corpus luteum

Authors:

Savina V.A.

International center for reproductive medicine

Isakova E.V.

International center for reproductive medicine

Korsak V.S.

International center for reproductive medicine

Received:

16.01.2023

Accepted:

19.01.2023

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