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Tkachenko OY, Kahland T, Lindenwald D, Heistermann M, Drummer C, Daskalaki M, Rüger N, Behr R. In vitro matured oocytes have a higher developmental potential than in vivo matured oocytes after hormonal ovarian stimulation in Callithrix jacchus. J Ovarian Res 2024; 17:120. [PMID: 38824584 PMCID: PMC11144324 DOI: 10.1186/s13048-024-01441-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The common marmoset, Callithrix jacchus, is an invaluable model in biomedical research. Its use includes genetic engineering applications, which require manipulations of oocytes and production of embryos in vitro. To maximize the recovery of oocytes suitable for embryo production and to fulfil the requirements of the 3R principles to the highest degree possible, optimization of ovarian stimulation protocols is crucial. Here, we compared the efficacy of two hormonal ovarian stimulation approaches: 1) stimulation of follicular growth with hFSH followed by triggering of oocyte maturation with hCG (FSH + hCG) and 2) stimulation with hFSH only (FSH-priming). METHODS In total, 14 female marmosets were used as oocyte donors in this study. Each animal underwent up to four surgical interventions, with the first three performed as ovum pick-up (OPU) procedures and the last one being an ovariohysterectomy (OvH). In total, 20 experiments were carried out with FSH + hCG stimulation and 18 with FSH-priming. Efficacy of each stimulation protocol was assessed through in vitro maturation (IVM), in vitro fertilization (IVF) and embryo production rates. RESULTS Each study group consisted of two subgroups: the in vivo matured oocytes and the oocytes that underwent IVM. Surprisingly, in the absence of hCG triggering some of the oocytes recovered were at the MII stage, moreover, their number was not significantly lower compared to FSH + hCG stimulation (2.8 vs. 3.9, respectively (ns)). While the IVM and IVF rates did not differ between the two stimulation groups, the IVF rates of in vivo matured oocytes were significantly lower compared to in vitro matured ones in both FSH-priming and FSH + hCG groups. In total, 1.7 eight-cell embryos/experiment (OPU) and 2.1 eight-cell embryos/experiment (OvH) were obtained after FSH + hCG stimulation vs. 1.8 eight-cell embryos/experiment (OPU) and 5.0 eight-cell embryos/experiment (OvH) following FSH-priming. These numbers include embryos obtained from both in vivo and in vitro matured oocytes. CONCLUSION A significantly lower developmental competence of the in vivo matured oocytes renders triggering of the in vivo maturation with hCG as a part of the currently used FSH-stimulation protocol unnecessary. In actual numbers, between 1 and 7 blastocysts were obtained following each FSH-priming. In the absence of further studies, FSH-priming appears superior to FSH + hCG stimulation in the common marmoset under current experimental settings.
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- Olena Y Tkachenko
- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany.
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Endocrinology Laboratory, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Platform Degenerative Diseases, German Primate Center-Leibniz Institute for Primate Research, Kellnerweg 4, 37077, Göttingen, Germany.
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Hirayama R, Taketsuru H, Nakatsukasa E, Natsume R, Saito N, Adachi S, Kuwabara S, Miyamoto J, Miura S, Fujisawa N, Maeda Y, Takao K, Abe M, Sasaoka T, Sakimura K. Production of marmoset eggs and embryos from xenotransplanted ovary tissues. Sci Rep 2023; 13:18196. [PMID: 37875516 PMCID: PMC10598121 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-45224-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
Abstract
The common marmoset (Callithrix jacchus) has attracted attention as a valuable primate model for the analysis of human diseases. Despite the potential for primate genetic modification, however, its widespread lab usage has been limited due to the requirement for a large number of eggs. To make up for traditional oocyte retrieval methods such as hormone administration and surgical techniques, we carried out an alternative approach by utilizing ovarian tissue from deceased marmosets that had been disposed of. This ovarian tissue contains oocytes and can be used as a valuable source of follicles and oocytes. In this approach, the ovarian tissue sections were transplanted under the renal capsules of immunodeficient mice first. Subsequent steps consist of development of follicles by hormone administrations, induction of oocyte maturation and fertilization, and culture of the embryo. This method was first established with rat ovaries, then applied to marmoset ovaries, ultimately resulting in the successful acquisition of the late-stage marmoset embryos. This approach has the potential to contribute to advancements in genetic modification research and disease modeling through the use of primate models, promoting biotechnology with non-human primates and the 3Rs principle in animal experimentation.
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- Runa Hirayama
- Department of Animal Model Development, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
- Department of Behavioral Physiology, Graduate School of Innovative Life Science, University of Toyama, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Animal Model Development, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Animal Model Development, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
- Institute for Research Administration, Niigata University, Niigata, 950-2181, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Behavioral Physiology, Graduate School of Innovative Life Science, University of Toyama, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
- Department of Behavioral Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toyama, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
- Research Center for Idling Brain Science, University of Toyama, Toyama, 930-0194, Japan
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- Department of Animal Model Development, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan
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- Department of Comparative and Experimental Medicine, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan.
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- Department of Animal Model Development, Brain Research Institute, Niigata University, Niigata, 951-8585, Japan.
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Kim YY, Yun JW, Kim SW, Kim H, Kang BC, Ku SY. Synergistic Promoting Effects of X-Linked Inhibitor of Apoptosis Protein and Matrix on the In Vitro Follicular Maturation of Marmoset Follicles. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2021; 19:93-103. [PMID: 34741748 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-021-00387-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND In vitro follicular maturation (IVFM) of ovarian follicles is an emerging option for fertility preservation. Many paracrine factors and two-dimensional or three-dimensional (3D) environments have been used for optimization. However, since most studies were conducted using the murine model, the physiological differences between mice and humans limit the interpretation and adaptation of the results. Marmoset monkey is a non-human primate (NHPs) with more similar reproductive physiology to humans. In this study, we attempted to establish a 3D matrix (Matrtigel)-based IVFM condition for marmoset ovarian follicles in combination with anti-apoptotic factor, X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis protein (XIAP). METHODS Marmoset follicles were isolated as individual follicles and cultured in a single drop with the addition of 0, 10, and 100 μg/mL of XIAP molecules. Matured oocytes and granulosa cells from mature follicles were collected and analyzed. The average number of isolated follicles was less than 100, and primordial and antral follicles were abundant in the ovaries. RESULTS IVFM of marmoset follicles in 3D matrix conditions with XIAP increased the rates of survival and in vitro follicle development. Furthermore, oocytes from the 3D cultures were successfully fertilized and developed in vitro. The addition of XIAP increased the secretion of estradiol and aromatase. Furthermore, expression of granulosa-specific genes, such as bone morphogenetic protein 15, Oct4, and follicle-stimulating hormone receptor were upregulated in the in vitro-matured follicles than in normal, well-grown, and atretic follicles. Apoptosis-related B-cell lymphoma-2 was highly expressed in the atretic follicles than in the XIAP-treated follicles, and higher caspase-3 was localized in the XIAP-treated follicles. CONCLUSION In this study, we attempted to establish a 3D-matrix-based marmoset IVFM condition and demonstrated the synergistic effects of XIAP. The use of a 3D matrix may be applied as an optimal culture condition for marmoset ovarian follicles.
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- Yoon Young Kim
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Population, Medical Research Center, Seoul National University, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea
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- Department of Medical and Biological Sciences, The Catholic University of Korea, 327 Sosa-ro, Bucheon, 14662, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Population, Medical Research Center, Seoul National University, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Population, Medical Research Center, Seoul National University, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea
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- Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103 Daehak ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea. .,Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Population, Medical Research Center, Seoul National University, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea. .,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03080, Korea.
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Park JE, Sasaki E. Assisted Reproductive Techniques and Genetic Manipulation in the Common Marmoset. ILAR J 2021; 61:286-303. [PMID: 33693670 PMCID: PMC8918153 DOI: 10.1093/ilar/ilab002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2020] [Revised: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 11/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Genetic modification of nonhuman primate (NHP) zygotes is a useful method for the development of NHP models of human diseases. This review summarizes the recent advances in the development of assisted reproductive and genetic manipulation techniques in NHP, providing the basis for the generation of genetically modified NHP disease models. In this study, we review assisted reproductive techniques, including ovarian stimulation, in vitro maturation of oocytes, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture, embryo transfer, and intracytoplasmic sperm injection protocols in marmosets. Furthermore, we review genetic manipulation techniques, including transgenic strategies, target gene knock-out and knock-in using gene editing protocols, and newly developed gene-editing approaches that may potentially impact the production of genetically manipulated NHP models. We further discuss the progress of assisted reproductive and genetic manipulation techniques in NHP; future prospects on genetically modified NHP models for biomedical research are also highlighted.
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- Jung Eun Park
- Department of Neurobiology, University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Marmoset Biology and Medicine, Central Institute for Experimental Animals in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan
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Kanda A, Nobukiyo A, Sotomaru Y. Effect of Cetrorelix administration on ovarian stimulation in aged mice. Exp Anim 2020; 70:31-36. [PMID: 32863284 PMCID: PMC7887618 DOI: 10.1538/expanim.20-0058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
In mice, ovarian stimulation via hormone administration is an effective method for
obtaining many ova simultaneously, but its effect is reduced by the influence of aging. In
this study, we demonstrate that this problem can be improved by administering the
gonadotropin-releasing hormone antagonist Cetrorelix prior to ovarian stimulation. Before
12-month-old female mice were injected with 5 IU pregnant mare serum gonadotropin and 5 IU
human chorionic gonadotropin, we administered 5 µg/kg Cetrorelix for 7
consecutive days (7 times) or 3 times once every 3 days. As a result, 8.7 ± 1.9 (mean ±
SEM, n=10) and 9.8 ± 1.3 (n=10) oocytes were obtained, respectively, as opposed to 4.7 ±
1.2 oocytes (n=9) in the case of no administration. Collagen staining of ovarian tissue
showed that Cetrorelix administration reduced the degree of fibrosis, which improved
ovarian function. In addition, equivalent fertilization and fetal development rates
between control and Cetrorelix-treated aged mouse-derived oocytes were confirmed by
in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (Fertilization rate;
control: 92.2% vs. 3 times: 96.9%/7 times: 88.5%, Birth rate; control: 56.4% vs. 3 times:
58.3%/7 times: 51.8%), indicating the normality of the obtained oocytes. It is concluded
that Cetrorelix improved the effect of superovulation in aged mice without reducing oocyte
quality. This procedure will contribute to animal welfare by extending the effective
utilization of aged female breeding mice.
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- Akifumi Kanda
- Natural Science Center for Basic Research and Development, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8551, Japan
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- Natural Science Center for Basic Research and Development, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8551, Japan
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- Natural Science Center for Basic Research and Development, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8551, Japan
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Kim YY, Kang BC, Yun JW, Ahn JH, Kim YJ, Kim H, Rosenwaks Z, Ku SY. Expression of Transcripts in Marmoset Oocytes Retrieved during Follicle Isolation Without Gonadotropin Induction. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20051133. [PMID: 30845640 PMCID: PMC6429203 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20051133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2019] [Revised: 02/28/2019] [Accepted: 02/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
The in vitro maturation of oocytes is frequently used as an assisted reproductive technique (ART), and has been successfully established in humans and rodents. To overcome the limitations of ART, novel procedures for the in vitro maturation of early follicles are emerging. During the follicle isolation procedure, the unintended rupture of each follicle leads to a release of extra oocytes. Such oocytes, which are obtained during follicle isolation from marmosets, can be used for early maturation studies. Marmoset (Callithrix jacchus), which is classified as a new-world monkey, is a novel model that has been employed in reproductive biomedical research, as its reproductive physiology is similar to that of humans in several aspects. The ovaries of female marmosets were collected, and the excess oocytes present during follicle isolation were retrieved without pre-gonadotropin induction. Each oocyte was matured in vitro for 48 h in the presence of various concentrations of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and epidermal growth factor (EGF), and the maturity of oocytes and optimal maturation conditions were evaluated. Each oocyte was individually reverse-transcribed, and the expression of mRNAs and microRNAs (miRs) were analyzed. Concentrations of hCG significantly affected the maturation rate of oocytes [the number of metaphase II (MII) oocytes]. The expression of BMP15 and ZP1 was highest when the oocytes were matured using 100 IU/L of hCG without pre-treatment with gonadotropins, and that of Cja-mir-27a was highest when cultured with follicle stimulating hormone. These results suggest that these up-regulated miRs affect the maturation of oocytes. Interactions with other protein networks were analyzed, and a strong association of BMP15 and ZP1 with sperm binding receptor (ACR), anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH), and AMH receptor was demonstrated, which is related to the proliferation of granulosa cells. Collectively, on the basis of these results, the authors propose optimal maturation conditions of excess oocytes of marmoset without in vivo gonadotropin treatment, and demonstrated the roles of miRs in early oocyte maturation at the single-cell level in marmosets.
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- Yoon Young Kim
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yonkeun-dong, Chongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Korea.
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- Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Biotechnology, The Catholic University, Bucheon 14662, Korea.
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- Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul 08308, Korea.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yonkeun-dong, Chongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Korea.
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY 10021, USA.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 28 Yonkeun-dong, Chongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Korea.
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