Abstract
Our results confirm the previous report that rapid suppression by GnRH-a is favorable relative to delayed suppression (1). They further indicate that the pattern of E2 production during GnRH-a-induced ovarian suppression may be predictive of cycle outcome. We suggest that imperfect pituitary suppression of bioactive LH as indicated by an aberrant rise in E2 during GnRH-a down-regulation may compromise oocyte quality and ultimately impair implantation. Further study of follicular phase E2 response to GnRH-a suppression may provide a prognostic marker for implantation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 558-560 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Fertility and sterility |
Volume | 61 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1994 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bioactive gonadotropins
- fertilization in vitro
- immunoactive gonadotropins
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Reproductive Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynecology