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Complications of ART

Since ART procedures have become more widespread since 1980, multiple births have significantly increased. About 35% of all ART births are multiple ones, with 4.3% being triplets or more. Multiple births increase the risk of complications, for both the mother and the child.

Risks to the Woman

ART, and multiple births, increase the risks for pregnancy complications. According to a 2005 study, the type of complications may depend on the infertility treatment:

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Infertility in Men: Complications of ART

of ARTSince ART procedures have become more widespread since 1980, multiple births have significantly increased. About 35% of all ART births are multiple ones, with 4.3% being triplets... Read more »

Infertility In Women: Highlights

ART and Pregnancy ComplicationsAssisted reproductive technologies (ART) increase the risk for pregnancy complications. Many of these complications are due to the multiple births associated... Read more »

High Blood Pressure: Complications

Hypertension places stress on several organs (called target organs), including the kidneys, eyes, and heart, causing them to deteriorate over time. High blood pressure was directly... Read more »

Periodontal Disease: Highlights

Osteonecrosis of the Jaw and Bisphosphonate DrugsBisphosphonate drugs, which are used to strengthen bone, may increase the risk for developing osteonecrosis (bone decay) of the jaw, a rare... Read more »

Periodontal Disease: References

ReferencesAmerican Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs. Dental management of patients receiving oral bisphosphonate therapy. Expert panel recommendations. J Am Dent Assoc. 2006... Read more »

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