Assisted reproductive technologies in infertility treatment: Opportunities and challenges

Abstract

A tremendous rise in the fertility clinics providing ART services is seen worldwide with the birth of first IVF baby (Louise Joy Brown) in 1978. ART comprises various types of medical treatments designed to assist in achieving pregnancy. IVF and other ART-associated technologies of fertilization (ICSI, IUI, PZD, SUZI, MESA, and PESA) offer an opportunity to become parent even in severe cases of infertility. These technologies have allowed millions of individuals to fulfill their parenting wish. A positive attitude combined with an appropriate treatment can help most of the infertile couples experience the joy of parenthood. This chapter provides a thorough overview of the assisted reproductive technologies with opportunities for patients and challenges for clinical professionals or researchers.