Here is a video discussing the Menstrual Cycle Basics so that you understand the hormones and how they impact on testing and natural conception attempts. Go to my page for more details: Menstrual Cycle Basics The reviews and opinions expressed are mine alone and are personal to me and do not necessarily reflect or represent [...]
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Semen Analysis & Acrosome Reaction Test
Semen Analysis (SA) The semen analysis fundamentally seeks to tell us 2 important facts: 1) do you have any sperm that are alive and 2) do the sperm have normal function? The basic analysis is great at the first task, indeed almost anyone with a microscope can determine if the sperm are alive. The answer [...]
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SHG Video
The SHG (Sonohysterogram, Saline Infusion Sonogram) is a valuable test for evaluating the endometrial cavity. Please refer to the main page for more details (Click Here). Here is the Powerpoint video, enjoy: Look this video slideshow to better appreciate the images that we are trying to achieve. The video is located on my account at [...]
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Endometrial Ultrasound Video
This blog post is primarily to allow tagging for look up later. Pages on the blog cannot be tagged. We use ultrasound to evaluate the implantation receptivity of the tissue. The measurements are actually quite crude since we are measuring: Thickness – normal = 8-12 mm Appearance – normal = multi-line or triple line pattern [...]
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CCT Video
Here is a Powerpoint video regarding the CCT (Clomid Challenge Test) and why we do it. Please see the page on the CCT for more details (click here). Quick reminder of details: Call us on the first day of normal menses We see you an menstrual cycle days 2-5 but preferably cycle days 2-3. Our [...]
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HSG Video
This post is simply to make it easier to find the HSG video page (Click Here). The HSG (Hysterosalpingogram) is an x-ray test performed to see the tubes. We schedule the test after menses and before ovulation We perform the test in radiology The test is great for the tubes but average for the uterus [...]
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ICSI Movie
ICSI is an incredibly important technique for male infertility treatment. It turns out that once the sperm is properly placed in the egg, the sperm and egg know what to do to transform into an embryo. The technique is powerful, because only a single sperm is necessary for each egg and the sperm does not [...]
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Dr Michael Opsahl, MD
Board Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. My 32 year career provided me broad experience including Ovulation induction, IUI, PCOS, IVF, Donor Eggs-Embryos-Surrogacy, Fertility Preservation, and Surgery. My goal is building families for everyone who dreams of having children.
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Growth of IVF & ICSI Children at Age 12
April 19, 2010
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Endometrial Ultrasound Video
July 3, 2010
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PGD for Gender Selection in the USA
April 19, 2010
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PGD with Array-CGH Pregnancies
April 23, 2010
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Telomere Length Measures Embryo Health
July 11, 2010
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Canada Seeks Legislation to Slash Multiple Birth Rate
June 9, 2010
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Rent-a-womb if you don’t have the time
June 8, 2010
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Would you transfer only a single embryo for IVF?
May 4, 2010
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Frozen Blast Transfer Reduces Ectopic Pregnancy Risk
May 24, 2011
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ICSI Movie
May 23, 2010
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Embryo Cohort Size Does Not Affect Rate of Normal Embryos
May 20, 2012
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Hysterectomy Hastens Menopause by Compromised Ovarian Blood Flow
November 21, 2011
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Metformin reduces OHSS risk in PCO patients during IVF cycles
November 16, 2011
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Individualized Ovarian Stimulation Best
September 26, 2011
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Hysteroscopy More Accurate than HSG for Uterine Cavity
August 1, 2011
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Frozen Blast Transfer Reduces Ectopic Pregnancy Risk
May 24, 2011
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The radiosensitivity of the human oocyte
April 6, 2011
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AMH as a Predictor of Natural Fertility
April 5, 2011
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Frozen-Thawed Donor Eggs Work as Well as Fresh Eggs
April 3, 2011
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Effect of Age and Embryo Quality on Outcomes in Frozen-Thawed Single Embryo Transfers
April 2, 2011
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