Oxidative stress (OS) due to an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and
antioxidants has been established as an important factor that can negatively affect the …

In brief Reactive oxygen species are generated throughout the pre-implantation period and
are necessary for normal embryo formation. However, at pathological levels, they result in …

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the leading causes of anovulatory infertility in
women, affecting 5%–15% of women of reproductive age worldwide. The clinical …

Based on current findings, the presence of oxidative stress has a significant impact on the
quality of gametes and embryos when performing assisted reproductive techniques (ART) …

Uterine environment is tightly and finely regulated via various signaling pathways mediated
through endocrine, exocrine, autocrine, juxtacrine, and paracrine mechanisms. In utero …

Synchronized crosstalk between the embryo and endometrium during the periconception
period is integral to pregnancy establishment. Increasing evidence suggests that the …

The evaluation of sperm DNA integrity is recommended in the sixth edition of the 2021 World
Health Organization guidelines. Oxidative stress has been identified as a crucial factor …

Metabolic disorders due to obesity and unhealthy lifestyle directly alter the oocyte's
microenvironment and impact oocyte quality. Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction …

Essential oils are a rich source of bioactive antioxidants that can replace synthetic
compounds in cell culture systems. This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant effects of …

Reduced oxygen during embryo culture in human ART prevents embryo oxidative stress.
Oxidative stress is also the major mechanism by which maternal diabetes impairs embryonic …