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assisted reproductive technology

medical technology
Also known as: ART
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Assisted reproductive technology (ART) encompasses medical procedures designed to help individuals achieve pregnancy when natural conception is not possible. A prominent example is in vitro fertilization (IVF), where a woman's eggs are fertilized by sperm outside the body. The resulting embryo is then transferred to the uterus for gestation.12

IVF is typically considered after thorough infertility testing. It is often used for women with blocked fallopian tubes, men with low sperm counts, or couples with unexplained infertility. Ethical considerations surrounding ART include the creation and use of embryos, access to treatment, genetic testing, and the commercialization of reproductive services.12

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