Reproductive System
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Making Babies After Death: It's Possible, But Is It Ethical?
By Bahar Gholipour published
Requests for sperm retrieval after death are increasing, but legislation has yet to catch up.
Birth Defect Risk Slightly Higher for Kids of Male Cancer Survivors
By Live Science Staff published
The increasing number of male cancer survivors has given rise to concerns about the health of their offspring, the researchers said.
Pelvic Disease Doubles Women's Risk of Infertility
By Remy Melina published
Recurrent pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can double a woman's risk of infertility and quadruple her risk of chronic pelvic pain.
Family Ties: Father-to-Son Sperm Donation Sparks Ethics Debate
By Rachael Rettner published
A couple in the Netherlands with fertility problems recently decided to conceive a child using sperm from the husband's father. Experts weigh in on the ethics of this situation.
Fertility Treatment for Ovary Disorder Hurts Pregnancy Chances
By Live Science Staff published
A treatment for women with infertility due to polycystic ovary syndrome may actually further reduce their chances of pregnancy.
Birth Defect Risk Greater with Assisted Reproduction
By Rachael Rettner published
Assisted reproduction is associated with an increased risk of birth defects, but the extent of the risk depends on the type of technology used.
Human Cloning? Stem Cell Advance Reignites Ethics Debate
By Stephanie Pappas published
Barriers remain, but it may be time to talk about human cloning.
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