In a healthy body, ROS (reactive oxygen species) and antioxidants remain in balance. When
the balance is disrupted towards an overabundance of ROS, oxidative stress (OS) occurs …

The cellular elements lining the internal surface and inside the cyst The environment around
the endometriotic cyst† Conclusions and future research background: Clinical data suggest …

Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a common treatment of choice for many couples
facing infertility issues, be it due to male or female factor, or idiopathic. Employment of ART …

Physiological levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) play an important regulatory role
through various signaling transduction pathways in folliculogenesis, oocyte maturation …

OBJECTIVE: The manipulation of gametes and embryos in an in vitro environment when
performing assisted reproductive techniques (ART) carries the risk of exposure of these cells …

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) have a role in the modulation of gamete quality and gamete
interaction. Generation of ROS is inherent in spermatozoa and contaminating leukocytes …

The increased levels of intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) in granulosa cells (GCs)
may affect the pregnancy results in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In this …

In the efforts aimed at improving the quality of in-vitro-matured human oocytes, the dynamic
balance and roles of pro-/antioxidants merit further consideration. In-vitromaturation (IVM) is …

BACKGROUND Patients with endometriosis often experience infertility and have poor IVF
outcomes, with low fertilization and pregnancy rates. Although many theories have tried to …

It is widely recognized that bi-directional communication exists between the human oocyte
and cumulus cells (CCs) which is essential for the production of competent oocytes. CCs …