In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer technology and preterm birth

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.2095-3259.2024.02.003

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With the rapid development and widespread application of in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF-ET) technology, the incidence of adverse pregnancy outcomes has gradually increased, with preterm birth being a prominent issue. Compared to pregnant women with natural conceptions, those undergoing IVF-ET treatment face an elevated risk of preterm birth. This article will discuss the relationship between IVF-ET and preterm birth, investigating various risk factors that contribute to an increased risk of preterm birth in IVF-ET pregnancies, including multiple pregnancies, cervical or uterine procedures, female infertility factors, placenta previa, and premature rupture of membranes. In response to these risk factors, the paper summarizes a series of preventive and treatment measures, aiming to provide a new perspective for reducing the risk of preterm birth in IVF-ET pregnancies.

Key words: Fertilization in vitro, Embryo transfer, Premature birth, Risk factors, Therapeutics

Huiting Zhang, Ling Feng. In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer technology and preterm birth[J]. Chinese Journal of Obstetric Emergency(Electronic Edition), 2024, 13(02): 73-78.

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