Date of Presentation
5-5-2022 12:00 AM
College
School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
Infertility is defined as the inability for a couple to become pregnant after 12 months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility can stem from an issue with the female reproductive tract, the male reproductive tract, or both. Individuals struggling with infertility seek medical assistance for a successful reproductive course. However, there are many aspects outside of pathology that may encourage or deter an individual to elect for medical assistance such as in vitro fertilization (IVF). In vitro fertilization is defined as a medical procedure in which an egg is fertilized outside the body. The increased usage of IVF demonstrates the need for equitable access to IVF care. The purpose of this literature review is to consider all the factors and challenges involved in one’s decision to utilize IVF.
Keywords
Infertility, Fertilization in Vitro, Assisted Reproductive Techniques, Delivery of Health Care
Disciplines
Health Economics | Medical Humanities | Medicine and Health Sciences | Obstetrics and Gynecology
Document Type
Poster
Factors Influencing the Need for and Access to IVF Treatment
Infertility is defined as the inability for a couple to become pregnant after 12 months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility can stem from an issue with the female reproductive tract, the male reproductive tract, or both. Individuals struggling with infertility seek medical assistance for a successful reproductive course. However, there are many aspects outside of pathology that may encourage or deter an individual to elect for medical assistance such as in vitro fertilization (IVF). In vitro fertilization is defined as a medical procedure in which an egg is fertilized outside the body. The increased usage of IVF demonstrates the need for equitable access to IVF care. The purpose of this literature review is to consider all the factors and challenges involved in one’s decision to utilize IVF.