Glossary
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Male Factor
Infertility caused or contributed to by a problem in the male partner such as the inability to ejaculate, suboptimal sperm or semen quality.
Menstrual Cycle
This term refers to the hormonal changes in reproductive aged women that are associated with follicular development, endometrial preparation and then resolution.
Micromanipulation
Procedures which use a micromanipulator.
Micromanipulator
A complex laboratory machine that allows embryology staff to hold and manipulate oocytes and embryos and sperm. Common micromanipulation techniques include intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and assisted hatching.
Multiple pregnancy
Any pregnancy resulting in more than a single gestation (ex., twins, triplets, etc.)
Myomectomy
A comon surgical procedure for treating uterine fibroids to preserve fertility.