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Current State of Art Embryo Selection Techniques _ Crimson Publishers Current State of Art Embryo Selection Techniques by Cara Wessels* in Investigations inGynecology Research & Womens Health Assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) have made many advancements since the birth of Louise Brown in 1978. Success rates have improved within the past four decades, but currently remain only between 40-60% successful and fertility treatments cost $12,000-$15,000 [1]. To improve pregnancy rates, two to three embryos are often transferred into the uterus of the patient or recipient in hopes of one surviving. This results in high fecundity, which is a current challenge ART is facing [2-4]. The practice of transferring multiple embryos into the uterus of non-litter bearing animals or humans is not the safest technique to the mother or fetus because it can increase likelihood of preterm labor, low birth weights, uterine growth restrictions, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes , place...

Knowledge of Obesity Risks and Women’s Health: What do we know? _ Crimson Publishers Knowledge of Obesity Risks and Women’s Health: What do we know? by James KS * Investigations in Gynecology Research & WomensHealth Background: Even though aware of cardiometabolic risks associated with obesity, health professionals and women are less knowledgeable about the association between obesity and breast/endometrial cancer, and obesity and reproductive outcomes. Objective: To assess knowledge of the cardiometabolic, general, and reproductive risks associated with obesity in a diverse population of women . Methods: A convenience sample (N=121 women) completed the study survey. Results: Participants were less knowledgeable about the effect of obesity on reproductive outcomes (39.9%) compared to general health outcomes (59.2%). Higher education and increased income were associated with increased awareness. Older participants were more aware about the effects of obesity on ...