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Fertility DNA checks discouraged |
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Written by Admin
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Thursday, 12 June 2008 |
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Embryo chromosome screening should not be offered to women to improve their chances of an IVF baby, expert guidelines say.
The British Fertility Society says there is no evidence it improves the chance of success, or cuts the risk of miscarriage for older women. However, a leading doctor offering the technique insisted it was worthwhile and could prevent miscarriages. Embryo screening to prevent inherited diseases is unaffected by the guidance. Read the full article |