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Family members as gamete donors or gestational carriers: an Ethics Committee opinion. Fertil Steril 2024; 121:946-953. [PMID: 38323956 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2024.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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The use of adult intrafamilial gamete donors and gestational surrogates is generally ethically acceptable when all participants are fully informed and counseled, but consanguineous arrangements or ones that simulate incestuous unions should be prohibited. Adult child-to-parent arrangements require caution to avoid coercion, and parent-to-adult child arrangements are acceptable in limited situations. Programs that choose to participate in intrafamilial arrangements should be prepared to spend additional time counseling participants and ensuring that they have made free, informed decisions. This document replaces the document of the same name, last published in 2017.
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Mayeur A, Magnan F, Mathieu S, Rubens P, Sperelakis Beedham B, Sonigo C, Steffann J, Frydman N. What importance do donors and recipients attribute to the nuclear DNA-related genetic heritage of oocyte donation? Hum Reprod 2024; 39:770-778. [PMID: 38420661 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deae030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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STUDY QUESTION How do oocyte donors and recipients perceive the genetic link related to the transfer of nuclear DNA between donors and offspring? SUMMARY ANSWER Whether they are donors or recipients, individuals attach great importance to the transmission of their genetic heritage, since 94.5% would opt for the pronuclear transfer method to preserve this genetic link in the context of oocyte donation. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Since 1983, the use of oocyte donation has increased worldwide. Performed in France since the late 1980s and initially offered to women with premature ovarian insufficiency, its indications have progressively expanded and now it is proposed in many indications to prevent the transmission of genetically inherited diseases. This has resulted in an increase in the waiting time for access to oocyte donation due to the difficulty in recruiting oocyte donors in French ART centres. Several articles have discussed how to fairly distribute donor oocytes to couples, but few have interviewed women in the general population to record their feelings about oocyte donation, as either the donor or recipient and the importance given to the genetic link between the oocyte donors and the children born. Mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) is a technique originally developed for women at risk of transmitting a mitochondrial DNA mutation. Recently, MRT has been considered for embryo arrest and oocyte rejuvenation as it could help females to reproduce with their own genetic material through the transfer of their oocyte nucleus into a healthy donor oocyte cytoplasm. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION We conducted an opinion survey from January 2021 to December 2021, during which 1956 women completed the questionnaire. Thirteen participants were excluded from the analysis due to incomplete responses to all the questions. Consequently, 1943 women were included in the study. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS We specifically developed a questionnaire for this study, which was created and distributed using the Drag'n Survey® software. The questionnaire consisted of 21 items presented alongside a video created with whiteboard animation software. The aim was to analyse whether certain factors, such as age, education level, marital status, number of children, use of ART for pregnancy, video viewing, and knowledge about oocyte donation, were associated with feelings towards oocyte donation, by using a univariate conditional logistic regression model. This statistical method was also used to assess whether women would be more inclined to consider oocyte donation with the pronuclear transfer technique rather than the whole oocyte donation. All parameters found to be statistically significant in the univariate analysis were subsequently tested in a multivariate model using logistic regression. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE Most women were concerned about the biological genetic contribution of the donated oocyte (94.8%). The most common reason for a women's reluctance to donate their oocytes was their unwillingness to pass on their genetic material (33.3%). Nearly 70% of women who were initially hesitant to donate their oocytes indicated that they would reconsider their decision if the oocyte donation was conducted using donated cytoplasm and the pronuclear transfer technique. Concomitantly, >75% of the respondents mentioned that it would be easier to receive a cytoplasm donation. The largest proportion of the population surveyed (94.5%) expressed their support for its legalization. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION In this study, a substantial portion of the responses came from individuals with medical or paramedical backgrounds, potentially introducing a recruitment bias among potential donors. The rate of missing responses to the question regarding the desire to become an oocyte donor was 13.6%, while the question about becoming an oocyte cytoplasm donor had a missing response rate of 23%. These missing responses may introduce a bias in the interpretation of the data. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS This study was the first to demonstrate that, for the French population studied, the combination of oocyte cytoplasm donation with pronuclear transfer could offer a promising approach to enhance the acceptance of oocyte donation for both the donor and the recipient. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST(S) No external funding was used for this study. The authors have no conflicts of interest. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER N/A.
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- A Mayeur
- Service de Biologie de la Reproduction-CECOS, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Antoine Béclère, Clamart, France
- Université de Paris Sud, Université Paris-Saclay, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Service de Biologie de la Reproduction-CECOS, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Antoine Béclère, Clamart, France
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- École Pratique des Hautes Études (EPHE), Paris Sciences Lettres (PSL), GSRL UMR8582, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Génomique des Maladies rares, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Groupe Hospitalier Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris, France
- Université Paris Cité, Institut Imagine, INSERM UMR1163, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Génomique des Maladies rares, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Groupe Hospitalier Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris, France
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- Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (APHP), Université Paris Saclay, Service de Médecine de la Reproduction et Préservation de la Fertilité, Hôpital Antoine Béclère, Clamart, France
- France Université Paris Saclay, Inserm, Physiologie et physiopathologie endocrinienne, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Service de Médecine Génomique des Maladies rares, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Groupe Hospitalier Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris, France
- Université Paris Cité, Institut Imagine, INSERM UMR1163, Paris, France
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- Service de Biologie de la Reproduction-CECOS, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Antoine Béclère, Clamart, France
- Université de Paris Sud, Université Paris-Saclay, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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Quintigliano M, Carone N, Speranza AM, Tanzilli A, Baiocco R, Barone L, Pastorelli C, Lingiardi V. Adolescent Development and the Parent-Adolescent Relationship in Diverse Family Forms Created by Assisted Reproduction. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:16758. [PMID: 36554637 PMCID: PMC9778924 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192416758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 12/10/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Assisted reproduction techniques (ARTs) are employed by single individuals and couples who are not otherwise able to conceive spontaneously. While the use of ARTs is increasing, research is lacking on the attempts made by adolescent offspring conceived via ARTs to integrate their ART conception into their identity and negotiate a connection with, and autonomy from, their parents. The present article reviews studies investigating adolescent development and the parent-adolescent relationship in diverse family forms created by ARTs (mainly heterosexual and lesbian parent families), and discusses the results in light of attachment, identity development, and emotional distance regulation theories. Overall, the results indicate that the psychological adjustment of adolescents conceived via ARTs is not undermined by the manner of their conception, and that they enjoy positive relationships with their parents with no difference from those enjoyed by spontaneously conceived adolescents. However, it remains unknown whether the development of a reproductive identity in adolescence is likely to influence adolescents' interest in searching for or contacting their donors, surrogates, and/or donor siblings. The results suggest the relevance of considering the parent-adolescent relationship, disclosure, and identity formation issues when planning psychological counseling and support interventions with ART parents and their adolescent offspring, and emphasize the need to further investigate these aspects in diverse ART families, including single-, gay-, bisexual-, and trans*-parent families.
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- Maria Quintigliano
- Department of Dynamic and Clinical Psychology, and Health Studies, Sapienza University of Rome, Via degli Apuli 1, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences, University of Pavia, Piazza Botta 11, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Dynamic and Clinical Psychology, and Health Studies, Sapienza University of Rome, Via degli Apuli 1, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dynamic and Clinical Psychology, and Health Studies, Sapienza University of Rome, Via degli Apuli 1, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Developmental and Social Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Via dei Marsi 78, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences, University of Pavia, Piazza Botta 11, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Via dei Marsi 78, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dynamic and Clinical Psychology, and Health Studies, Sapienza University of Rome, Via degli Apuli 1, 00185 Rome, Italy
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Chalova L, Lokshin V, Kiyan V, Turdaliyeva B, Zhybanisheva K, Kinzhibayev A. Oocyte Donation: Three Perspectives. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2022.10278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: A number of important problems remain unresolved in the field of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) using germ cells from a single donor. This study aimed to assess attitudes about the use of sex gamete donation in ART in different social groups including medical workers, oocyte recipients, and oocyte donors.
Methods: To achieve this goal, we surveyed 286 participants from seven countries. Of them, 190 were medical workers from ART clinics (respondents from seven countries), 45 were oocyte recipients (Kazakhstan), and 51 were oocyte donors (Kazakhstan).
Results: A survey of the three groups showed that issues related to donor health were most common in the donor selection process based on patient and doctor distrust of the health care system. The main motive for oocyte donation was financial compensation, which draws attention to the social disadvantage of the donor population. Medical workers with more than 5 years of work experience (79.7%) supported the use of programs tracking donor sex gametes and limiting the use of oocyte donors.
Conclusions: The willingness and consent of the surveyed medical workers and oocyte recipients to use the donor material and create a unified registry of donor sex gametes demonstrates the importance of this issue.
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Cabar FR, de Oliveira MA, Machado ANC. Critical Analysis of The Changes in CFM Resolution 2294/21 And Its Impacts on Assisted Human Reproduction. JBRA Assist Reprod 2022; 26:659-665. [PMID: 35416023 PMCID: PMC9635607 DOI: 10.5935/1518-0557.20220007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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The Brazilian Federal Board of Medicine (CFM) issued resolution number 2294/21, which regulates human reproduction procedures in Brazil, bringing significant changes to clinical practice in assisted human reproduction, and it raised ethical, bioethical, and legal discussions between professionals and patients. This study aims to analyze these changes in different aspects, especially because some of them are controversial. Evidence-based knowledge resources were used to support the analyses of crucial points that were impacted by this change. A literature review was carried out to obtain information about guidelines and laws, as well as articles that contemplate ethical discussions on assisted reproduction. The search sites used were BVS, Pub Med, LILACS and Google Scholar. The keywords used were law, legislation, bioethics, reference guide and assisted human reproduction. Relevant official documents from the Brazilian State were also found and included in the survey. The new resolution regarding the use of assisted reproduction techniques brought important changes, with clinical implications for couples who wish to become pregnant, and there is a need for a broad discussion concerning these repercussions from clinical, ethical, bioethical, and legal points of view.
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- Fabio Roberto Cabar
- Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo -
Departamento de Obstetrícia e Ginecologia. São Paulo, SP, Brazil ,Corresponding Author: Fábio Roberto Cabar,
Secretaria da Divisão de Clínica Obstétrica, University of
Sao Paulo School of Medicine, São Paulo, SP, Brazil,
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Khosravi S, Kazemi A, Ahmadi SM. Emotions towards potential genetic offspring among oocyte donors: a cross-sectional study. Reprod Health 2021; 18:255. [PMID: 34930363 PMCID: PMC8691081 DOI: 10.1186/s12978-021-01311-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The presence of maternal emotions towards the offspring resulting from assisted reproductive techniques (ART) has been previously reported in oocyte donors. However, there is limited information about the presence of these emotions in oocyte donors during the ART process and before pregnancy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the emotions of oocyte donor women towards the potential genetic offspring and to compare them with women treated with ART by using own oocytes. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 women who were divided into two groups of oocyte donors and those treated with ART and using autologous oocyte. At the time of oocyte retrieval. Using a validated questionnaire, the emotions toward potential offspring (EPO) resulting from ART and its three dimensions (including imagination, sense of ownership, and importance of treatment outcome) were measured and compared in two groups. Results Comparison of the EPO in the two groups showed that the emotions in all three dimensions were lower in oocyte donors than the other group (p < 0.001). Moreover, in oocyte donors, the mean score of the scale of the importance of treatment outcome dimension was higher than the other two scales (p < 0.001). Conclusion The results of the study showed that there is a significant emotion toward the potential offspring in oocyte donors. The presence of these emotions thus should be considered in formulating the ethical charter of ART by using oocyte donation. There is limited information about the presence of maternal emotions in egg donor women during the assisted reproductive techniques (ART) process and before pregnancy. The aim of this study was to evaluate these emotions of women towards the potential genetic offspring and to compare them with women treated with ART by using own oocytes. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 women who were divided into two groups of egg donor and those treated with ART and using autologous oocyte. At the time of oocyte retrieval and using a validated questionnaire, the emotions toward potential offspring (EPO) resulting from ART and its three dimensions (including imagination, sense of ownership, and importance of treatment outcome) were measured and compared in two groups. Out of 100 women. Comparison of the EPO in the two groups showed that the emotions in all three dimensions were lower in egg donors than the other group. Moreover, in egg donors, the mean score of the scale of the importance of treatment outcome dimension was higher than the other two scales. The results of the study showed that there is a significant emotion toward the potential offspring in oocyte donors. The presence of these emotions thus should be considered in formulating the ethical charter of ART by using oocyte donation.
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- Sahar Khosravi
- Reproductive Health Department, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Reproductive Health Department, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Hezarjerib AV, Isfahan, Iran.
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Bracewell-Milnes T, Holland JC, Jones BP, Saso S, Almeida P, Maclaran K, Norman-Taylor J, Nikolaou D, Shah NM, Johnson M, Thum MY. Exploring the knowledge and attitudes of women of reproductive age from the general public towards egg donation and egg sharing: a UK-based study. Hum Reprod 2021; 36:2189-2201. [PMID: 34227667 PMCID: PMC8648294 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deab157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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STUDY QUESTION What are the knowledge and views of UK-based women towards egg donation (ED) and egg sharing (ES)? SUMMARY ANSWER Lacking knowledge of the practices of ED and ES could be an influential factor in donor egg shortages, rather than negative perceptions or lack of donor anonymity and financial incentives. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY The increasing age of women trying to conceive has led to donor egg shortages, with ED and ES failing to meet demand. Indeed, in recent years in the UK, ES numbers have fallen. This results in long waiting lists, forcing patients abroad for fertility treatment to take up cross border reproductive care. Previous research suggests a lack of knowledge of ED among members of the general public; however, no study has yet assessed knowledge or views of ES in the general public. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION Six hundred and thirty-five UK-based women over 18 years were voluntarily recruited from social media community groups by convenience sampling. The recruitment period was from February to April 2020. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS Participants completed a previously validated questionnaire regarding female fertility, ED and ES, including knowledge, perceptions and approval of the practices and relevant legislation. This included ranking key benefits and issues regarding egg sharing. The questionnaire was completed using the online Qualtrics survey software. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE Regarding knowledge of ED and ES, 56.3% and 79.8%, respectively had little or no prior knowledge. Upon explanation, most approved of ED (85.8%) and ES (70.4%). A greater proportion of respondents would donate to a family member/friend (49.75%) than to an anonymous recipient (35.80%). Overall, ES was viewed less favourably than ED, with ethical and practical concerns highlighted. Women aged 18-30 years were significantly more likely to approve of egg donation practice compared to those aged >30 years (P < 0.0001). Those against ES found fears of financial coercion or negative psychological wellbeing the most concerning. About 35.8% and 49.7% would personally consider anonymous and known ED, respectively, whilst 56.7% would consider ES. Those answering in favour of egg sharing were significantly more likely to give higher benefit ratings compared to those against the practice (P < 0.001). Most agreed (55.8%) with and were not deterred to donate (60.1%) by the 'Disclosure of Donor Identity' legislation. Only 31.6% agreed with the compensatory cap; however, 52.7% would not be more motivated to donate by an increased cap. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION There were several limitations of the study, including the use of convenience sampling and the voluntary nature of participation opening the study up to sampling and participation bias. Finally, closed questions were predominantly used to allow the generation of quantitative data and statistical analysis. However, this approach prevented opinion justification and qualitative analysis, limiting the depth of conclusions drawn. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS To our knowledge, this is the first study to survey the general public's knowledge and views of ED/ES using a previously validated questionnaire. The conclusion that lack of knowledge could be contributing to the current donor shortfall in the UK demonstrates that campaigns to inform women of the practices are necessary to alleviate donor oocyte shortages. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST(S) No external funds were used for this study. The authors have no conflicts of interest. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NA.
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- Timothy Bracewell-Milnes
- Assisted Conception Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, UK.,Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Assisted Conception Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, UK
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- Assisted Conception Unit, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK.,The Lister Hospital, The Lister Fertility Clinic, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Reproductive & Developmental Biology, Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, London, UK.,The Lister Hospital, The Lister Fertility Clinic, London, UK
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Samorinha C, de Freitas C, Silva S. Donor-centred care: the facilitating and constraining factors experienced by gamete donors in a public bank. HUM FERTIL 2021:1-12. [PMID: 34355619 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2021.1962987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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The provision of care that is responsive to the preferences, needs and values of gamete donors is key to improving their recruitment and ensuring the functioning of gamete banks. This qualitative study aimed to explore gamete donors' experiences about the facilitating and constraining human and system factors to donor-centred healthcare delivery in gamete banks. It is based on 20 semi-structured interviews with oocyte and sperm donors, recruited at the Portuguese Public Bank of Gametes, conducted from November 2017 to February 2019. Deductive content analysis was performed using the software NVivo12, following the patient-centred infertility care model. Interviewees identified facilitating factors mostly related with the human dimension of care (i.e. careful and available attitude and behaviours of health professionals, as well as their good communication skills and emotional support). Constraining factors were predominantly identified at the system level (i.e. insufficient information provision, poor coordination, and integration). Lack of privacy emerged simultaneously as a human and a system constraining factor (i.e. physical discomfort during medical-technical acts or gamete collection). There is room for improving clinical practice and the organisation of healthcare services within a context where the competence and attitude of, and relationship with, the staff are highly valued.
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- Catarina Samorinha
- Sharjah Institute for Medical Research, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.,EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal.,Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Porto, Portugal.,Departamento de Ciências da Saúde Pública e Forenses e Educação Médica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal.,Centro de Investigação e Estudos de Sociologia (CIES-IUL), Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (ISCTE-IUL), Lisbon, Portugal
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- EPIUnit - Instituto de Saúde Pública, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal.,Laboratório para a Investigação Integrativa e Translacional em Saúde Populacional (ITR), Porto, Portugal.,Departamento de Ciências da Saúde Pública e Forenses e Educação Médica, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
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Kentenich H. Überlegungen zum Verbot der Eizellspende. Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/a-1373-2533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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De Proost M, Hudson N, Provoost V. 'Nothing will stop me from giving the gift of life': a qualitative analysis of egg donor forum posts. CULTURE, HEALTH & SEXUALITY 2021; 23:690-704. [PMID: 32212987 DOI: 10.1080/13691058.2020.1722242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2020] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Online spaces are increasingly important for our collective consciousness and provide an opportunity to document changing ideas, subjectivities and experiences surrounding new reproductive technologies. This paper reports on the first study of egg donation and online discussion boards in UK-based forums. Using thematic analysis, we investigated how donors use online forums and explored how they present themselves as possible donors in online spaces. Three major themes were identified: 'using online forums to exchange knowledge and experiences', 'egg donation as a gift' and 'having a drive to donate'. Findings from the study reveal how donors enter online spaces looking for advice, presenting themselves as available and weaving themselves into an online community. There exist multiple ways in which donors construct and narrate their own participation in the process of egg donation. Presenting a donor identity in these online forums is not a straightforward matter of helping by giving but also involves a specific drive. While more research is needed on the range of possible motivations, this study gives a better understanding of the available online information and the co-construction of donor identities on discussions boards.
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- Michiel De Proost
- Gender, Diversity and Intersectionality Research Centre (RHEA), Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Bioethics Institute Ghent, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Centre for Reproduction Research, De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Hogan RG, Hammarberg K, Wang AY, Sullivan EA. ‘Battery hens’ or ‘nuggets of gold’: a qualitative study on the barriers and enablers for altruistic egg donation. HUM FERTIL 2021; 25:688-696. [DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2021.1873430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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- Rosemarie G. Hogan
- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- School of Nursing, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority, Melbourne, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
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Behjati Ardakani Z, Navabakhsh M, Tremayne S, Akhondi MM, Ranjbar F, Mohseni Tabrizi A. The Impact of Third Party Reproduction on Family and Kinship. J Reprod Infertil 2021; 22:3-15. [PMID: 33680880 PMCID: PMC7903672 DOI: 10.18502/jri.v22i1.4990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The development of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in the UK, in 1978, proved a major breakthrough in the process of human reproduction, which had remained constant in human history. The impact of IVF and the ensuing assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) has not been limited in revolutionizing the "natural" practice of biological reproduction, but has reached out to and affected almost every institution in society. Family and kinship, as the social expression of reproduction and the institutions which are the most transparently structured realm of human life are those most profoundly affected by ARTs. Although literature on the implications of ARTs is in general abundant, this article presents new insights on their impact on family and kinship in Iran, which remains a unique case in the Muslim world. It explores the particular way ARTs, especially third-party donation, have been endorsed and practiced in Iran, and their consequences for the family, the infertile individuals, and their position vis-à-vis their kin and social group. The conclusion points to the lack of clarity concerning the initial rulings by the Islamic jurists, who allowed the practice of ARTs, and which has led to a number of unintended consequences regarding the legal, religious, cultural, and ethical issues, affecting the family, its structure and the relationship between the kin group. These consequences range, inter alia, from the question of the anonymity of third-party donor, to the permissibility of gamete donation between blood relatives, and to the absence of enforceable legislation.
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- Faculty of Humanistic and Social Sciences, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Fertility and Reproductive Studies Group (FRSG), Institute of Social and Cultural Anthropology, Oxford, UK
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- Reproductive Biotechnology Research Center, Avicenna Research Institute, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Nursing Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Noël R, Allard MA, Pelletier G. Le don d’ovules dirigé : conjuguer
narratif de don et narratif de conception pour penser les origines. ENFANCES, FAMILLES, GÉNÉRATIONS 2021. [DOI: 10.7202/1082325ar] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Riddle MP, Jenkins SR. Clinical considerations in the psychological evaluation of gestational surrogates: uses of narrative assessment. HUM FERTIL 2020; 25:176-187. [PMID: 32567407 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2020.1778802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Potential risks and ethical considerations inherent in surrogacy arrangements place tremendous responsibility on mental health professionals performing the necessary assessments, yet there is little discussion and no consensus on the best testing protocol. In the U.S., the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2) and the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) are the most common psychological measures used to screen gestational surrogates (GSs), although these self-report symptom inventories reveal tendencies to underreport, deny problems and present positive impressions that may conceal important clinical information. This study examines the utility of a multi-method approach in the psychological evaluation of GS candidates. A total of 43 women cleared to be GSs completed the PAI and an abbreviated protocol of a narrative construction assessment measure (The Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)) as part of the psychological screening process. Findings of the study show that utilising a multi-method approach in the psychological consideration of a GS can address the limitations inherent in a single-measure assessment approach. Including a narrative measure such as the TAT that is less affected by defensiveness found on self-report scales may allow for more subtleties in interpretation, helping assessors to identify women who may have particular psychological vulnerabilities. These might then be addressed through implications counselling.
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- Mary P Riddle
- Department of Psychology, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
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Psychological assessment of gestational carrier candidates: current approaches, challenges, and future considerations. Fertil Steril 2020; 113:897-902. [PMID: 32312559 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2020.02.104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Accepted: 02/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The role of a mental health professional (MHP) in the psychological assessment of gestational carrier (GC) candidates has evolved over time, with clinical practices well established in the United States. Current ASRM guidelines recommend that all GC candidates undergo a psychosocial consultation and psychological testing (where deemed appropriate). Practice standards are relatively consistent among mental health disciplines, with assessments typically involving a clinical interview and the administration of a single, objective, self-report personality inventory. Although recent studies have established normative data for GCs, there has been little research into which assessment protocols are best suited to answer the referral questions of interest. Current challenges for MHPs placed in a gate-keeping role include providing a thorough screening using measures that typically yield defensive profiles that make them difficult to interpret. Research is emerging that suggests that using a multimethod approach in the psychological assessment of GCs may yield a more comprehensive psychological profile of GC candidates. This could allow MHPs to determine psychological appropriateness with more confidence and contribute additional data to be used in pre-surrogacy counseling. Assessing the psychological appropriateness of a woman to serve as a GC is a complex process, and there are a multitude of factors that must be considered, not the least of which are the psychological well-being of a potential GC, her partner, and her children throughout the process and beyond.
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Cordier C, Ducrocq B, Fry J, Catteau-Jonard S. Views of French oocyte donors at least 3 years after donation. Reprod Biomed Online 2020; 40:819-826. [PMID: 32295744 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2020.02.003] [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: 09/26/2019] [Revised: 01/28/2020] [Accepted: 02/06/2020] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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RESEARCH QUESTION The study aimed to evaluate the percentage of oocyte donors who regretted their donation at least 3 years later. DESIGN Between December 2018 and January 2019, this single-centre study sought to contact by telephone all women who had donated oocytes during the 6-year period from 2010 to 2015 at the Lille Centre for the study and storage of eggs and spermatozoa (CECOS). RESULTS Among 118 women, 72 responded to the questionnaire by telephone and were included in the study. The response rate was 61%. No woman regretted having donated an oocyte, and 89% said that they would do it again in the same situation. The survey distinguished two types of donors: 'relational' (58%) and 'altruistic' (42%); some of their responses differed. Ninety per cent of the women had talked about the donation to family and friends. Among them, 74% felt supported by their family and friends, and 72% by their partner. The donation was something that 76% of the women sometimes thought about; 83% felt that this donation was something useful that they had accomplished. Finally, most donors felt that oocyte donation should remain unremunerated and anonymous. CONCLUSIONS None of the donors we interviewed regretted their donation. In France, the current principles governing this donation appear satisfactory to oocyte donors.
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- Camille Cordier
- Université de Lille, CHU Lille, Department of Reproductive Medicine, Lille, France.
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- Cellules d'Urgence Médico-Psychologiques SAMU 62, CECOS de Lille, Lille, France
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- Université de Lille, CHU Lille, Department of Reproductive Medicine, Lille, France; Université de Lille, CHU Lille, INSERM U1172, Lille, France
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Thaldar D. Egg donors' motivations, experiences, and opinions: A survey of egg donors in South Africa. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0226603. [PMID: 31940367 PMCID: PMC6961873 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0226603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2018] [Accepted: 12/02/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to gain information from egg donors in South Africa (SA) which could be pertinent to policy development on egg donation. The study was conducted on egg donors in the database of a Cape Town-based egg donation agency who donated within a year preceding the study. 150 egg donors from the population of 226 participated in an online survey. The main results are: 95% of respondents experienced egg donation as being positive. However, 7% of respondents report not giving proper informed consent, and a similar percentage of respondents also report not knowing whether any medical risks actually materialised as sequelae to their donations. This is a cause for concern and should be investigated further. Regarding donor anonymity, which is currently the legal position in SA, 79% of respondents indicated that they would still have donated had they been legally required to release their identities. Accordingly, possible legal reform away from the current system of donor anonymity seems unlikely to significantly impact the supply of donated eggs. Regarding motivation, respondents report being primarily motivated by wanting to help infertile women. However, respondents believe that a fair and realistic amount of compensation would be about 60% higher than what is currently paid as the national standard fixed amount. This fixed-amount compensation system should be further investigated in terms of its legality, impact on donor profile, and its current amount.
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- Donrich Thaldar
- School of Law, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
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Flatscher-Thöni M, Böttcher B, Geser W, Lampe A, Werner-Felmayer G, Voithofer C, Schusterschitz C. Worlds apart or two sides of the same coin? Attitudes, meanings, and motives of potential oocyte and sperm donors in Austria. J Assist Reprod Genet 2020; 37:287-296. [PMID: 31916077 PMCID: PMC7056682 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-019-01683-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2019] [Accepted: 12/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Purpose Gamete donors and recipients of such donations have been explored by previous studies, which mostly focus on post-donation scenarios. Our study analyses the general willingness to donate oocytes or sperm and focuses on differences between potential female and male donors in attitudes, meanings, and motives in a pre-donation setting. Methods An electronic survey (n = 555 students) was used in this anonymous observational study. To enable comparisons between men and women regarding their attitudes, meanings, and motives and their willingness to donate gametes, we designed two separate questionnaires. Results The sample was divided into three groups based on the willingness to donate: potential donors (n = 133; women: 48.1%, men: 51.9%); doubtful donors (n = 207; women: 75.8%, men: 24.2%); and non-donors (n = 215; women: 68.3%, men: 31.7%). The group of potential male donors (39.2%) was significantly larger than the group of potential female donors (16.9%). Significant differences regarding altruism, the meaning of one’s self-worth, and passing on the own genes were found between doubtful and potential donors. Potential donors attached less value to altruism but more value to the enhancement of one’s self-worth and passing on one’s genes than doubtful donors. The motive of passing on one’s genes and altruistic motives were more important to men than to women. Conclusion This study helps to create a better understanding of potential donors in the existing donation framework and supports the evaluation of the given regimes in the context of designing an improved framework.
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- M Flatscher-Thöni
- Department of Public Health, Health Services Research and Health Technology Assessment, UMIT - University for Health Sciences, Medical Informatics and Technology, 6060, Hall in Tyrol, Austria
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- Department of Gynecological Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria.
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- Institute of Psychology, University of Innsbruck, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Medical Psychology, Medical University of Innsbruck, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Division of Biological Chemistry, Biocentre, Medical University of Innsbruck, bioethics network education, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Civil Law, University of Innsbruck, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Psychology and Medical Sciences, UMIT - University for Health Sciences, Medical Informatics and Technology, 6060, Hall in Tyrol, Austria
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Alavi N, Taebi M, Ahmadi S. The experiences of surrogate mothers: A qualitative study. Nurs Midwifery Stud 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/nms.nms_19_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Payment to gamete donors: equality, gender equity, or solidarity? J Assist Reprod Genet 2019; 37:133-140. [PMID: 31734858 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-019-01625-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2019] [Accepted: 11/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Regulation of payment to gamete donors varies substantially across countries. The development of an ethically sustainable governance system of payments in gamete donation demands that the preferences of different stakeholders be heard. This study intends to contribute to improving the understanding of payment to gamete donors by analysing the views of donors and recipients about the preferred form of payment and its associations with their sociodemographic characteristics. METHODS This cross-sectional study included 70 donors and 172 recipients recruited at the Portuguese Public Bank of Gametes (July 2017-June 2018). Participants completed a self-reported questionnaire. Views about the preferred form of payment were collected through a multiple-choice question and an open-ended item. Associations were quantified through χ2 tests; content analysis was conducted with the open-ended answers. RESULTS Both donors (48.6%) and recipients (40.7%) considered that reimbursement is the preferred form of payment to ensure solidarity-based motivations to donate. This option was followed by compensation for non-financial losses (41.4% of donors; 33.7% of recipients) based on gender equity. Preference for a fixed reward (22.7% of recipients; 8.6% of donors) was less frequent among younger donors and married/living with a partner or employed recipients, being based on the promotion of equality. CONCLUSION In the context of the search for cross-border reproductive care and gamete circulation across countries, the findings from this study claim for the need to create solutions for payment to gamete donors that take into account gender equity and are simultaneously sensitive to donor's actual expenses and further health complications.
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Best M, Sleasman M, Hegedus E, Schlub TE. Protestant Christian attitudes to ART. Hum Reprod Open 2019; 2019:hoz018. [PMID: 31528709 PMCID: PMC6735866 DOI: 10.1093/hropen/hoz018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2018] [Revised: 05/27/2019] [Accepted: 06/07/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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STUDY QUESTION How do Christian religious beliefs affect attitudes to ART? SUMMARY ANSWER Attitudes to ART depend on the religiosity of the respondent, and although the majority of those that had successfully used ART were positive or moderately positive in their views, the acceptability of procedures fell when damage to the marriage relationship or the embryo was a potential outcome. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Religion can impact views on ART. Sanctity of marriage and sanctity of the embryo are major concerns for some Christians, but details are unclear. METHODS A cross-sectional online survey was used to collect data from 1587 participants over a 3-month period in 2013, of which 1334 were of the Christian faith and included in this study. Descriptive statistics were reported for individual ARTs, and a general score of all ART approval was calculated. A multivariable linear and logistic regression was conducted on general approval for ART to identify predictors of ART approval. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE Indicators of religiosity (religious meeting attendance and Bible reading frequency) showed that this was a highly religious sample. We found that in this cohort of English-speaking, well-educated, practising and mainly Protestant Christians 164 (12.3%) of those had personal experience of ART. Most participants that had successfully used ART were positive or moderately positive in their views. Throughout the cohort, procedures were less acceptable if there was a perception that the marriage relationship or the life of the embryo was threatened: including donated gametes (28.7-29.1% approval), surrogacy (22.7-33.1% approval), and PGD (1.0-23.8% approval). A multivariable analysis of the ART approval score found that it was higher among those with Protestant compared with Catholic/Orthodox faith (P < 0.001; mean score difference, 5.06; 95% CI 4.36-5.81) and those who believe life begins after fertilisation (P < 0.001; mean score difference, 4.86; 95% CI 4.14-5.57). Approval was also higher, but to a lesser extent, in women than men (P = 0.008; mean score difference, 0.73; 95% CI 0.18-1.28), and those with lower religiosity (P < 0.001). The area raising most indecision for this cohort was disposal of excess embryos. LIMITATIONS REASONS FOR CAUTION This sample includes an uneven geographical spread of respondents and restriction to English-speaking participants. Different views may be expressed by a different religious cohort. Use of an online survey platform means that a bias towards those with computers (consistent with education levels of this cohort) could exist. Use of this platform also makes it impossible to know the response rate, and the veracity of responses cannot be verified. However, despite these limitations we believe this survey gives us insight into the reservations held among a certain population of Christians regarding the use of reproductive technology. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS Our findings highlight the need for ART clinicians to consider the influence of patient spiritual beliefs on therapeutic options and provide detailed information that will allow them to be accommodated. Practices such as widening the options for collecting semen and limiting the number of embryos created through IVF so as to reduce or eliminate excess embryos may be helpful for these patients. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTERESTS This study was supported by a grant from The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity in Deerfield, Illinois, USA. The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER N/A.
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- M Best
- Faculty of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney, Sydney Health Ethics, Sydney NSW Australia.,Institute for Ethics and Society, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney, NSW Australia
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- The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity, Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL, USA
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- School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Hogan RG, Wang AY, Li Z, Hammarberg K, Johnson L, Mol BW, Sullivan EA. Oocyte donor age has a significant impact on oocyte recipients' cumulative live-birth rate: a population-based cohort study. Fertil Steril 2019; 112:724-730. [PMID: 31248619 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2019.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2019] [Revised: 04/23/2019] [Accepted: 05/07/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To study the impact of the donor's and recipient's age on the cumulative live-birth rate (CLBR) in oocyte donation cycles. DESIGN A population-based retrospective cohort study. SETTING Not applicable. PATIENT(S) All women using donated oocytes (n = 1,490) in Victoria, Australia, between 2009 and 2015. INTERVENTION(S) None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S) The association between the donor's and recipient's age and CLBR modeled by multivariate Cox proportional hazard regression with the covariates of male partner's age, recipient parity, and cause of infertility adjusted for, and donor age grouped as <30, 30-34, 35-37, 38-40, and ≥41 years, and recipient age as <35, 35-37, 38-40, 41-42, 43-44, and ≥45 years. RESULT(S) The mean age of the oocyte donors was 33.7 years (range: 21 to 45 years) with 49% aged 35 years and over. The mean age of the oocyte recipients was 41.4 years (range: 19 to 53 years) with 25.4% aged ≥45 years. There was a statistically significant relationship between the donor's age and the CLBR. The CLBR for recipients with donors aged <30 years and 30-34 years was 44.7% and 43.3%, respectively. This decreased to 33.6% in donors aged 35-37 years, 22.6% in donors aged 38-40 years, and 5.1% in donors aged ≥41 years. Compared with recipients with donors aged <30 years, the recipients with donors aged 38-40 years had 40% less chance of achieving a live birth (adjusted hazard ratio 0.60; 95% CI, 0.43-0.86) and recipients with donors aged ≥41 years had 86% less chance of achieving a live birth (adjusted hazard ratio 0.14; 95% CI, 0.04-0.44). The multivariate analysis showed no statistically significant effect of the recipient's age on CLBR. CONCLUSION(S) We have demonstrated that the age of the oocyte donor is critical to the CLBR and is independent of the recipient woman's age. Recipients using oocytes from donors aged ≥35 years had a statistically significantly lower CLBR when compared with recipients using oocytes from donors aged <35 years.
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- Rosemarie G Hogan
- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
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- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash Medical Centre, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Public and Population Health Research, Faculty of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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McSweeney B, Allegretti JR, Fischer M, Xu H, Goodman KJ, Monaghan T, McLeod C, Mullish BH, Petrof EO, Phelps EL, Chis R, Edmison A, Juby A, Ennis-Davis R, Roach B, Wong K, Kao D. In search of stool donors: a multicenter study of prior knowledge, perceptions, motivators, and deterrents among potential donors for fecal microbiota transplantation. Gut Microbes 2019; 11:51-62. [PMID: 31122134 PMCID: PMC6973337 DOI: 10.1080/19490976.2019.1611153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a highly effective therapy for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection. Stool donors are essential, but difficult to recruit and retain. We aimed to identify factors influencing willingness to donate stool. This multi-center study with a 32-item questionnaire targeted young adults and health care workers via social media and university email lists in Edmonton and Kingston, Canada; London and Nottingham, England; and Indianapolis and Boston, USA. Items included baseline demographics and FMT knowledge and perception. Investigated motivators and deterrents included economic compensation, screening process, time commitment, and stool donation logistics. Logistic regression and linear regression models estimated associations of study variables with self-assessed willingness to donate stool. 802 respondents completed our questionnaire: 387 (48.3%) age 21-30 years, 573 (71.4%) female, 323 (40%) health care workers. Country of residence, age and occupation were not associated with willingness to donate stool. Factors increasing willingness to donate were: already a blood donor (OR 1.64), male, altruism, economic benefit, knowledge of how FMT can help patients (OR 1.32), and positive attitudes towards FMT (OR 1.39). Factors decreasing willingness to donate were: stool collection unpleasant (OR 0.92), screening process invasive (OR 0.92), higher stool donation frequency, negative social perception of stool, and logistics of collection/transporting feces. We conclude that 1) blood donors and males are more willing to consider stool donation; 2) altruism, economic compensation, and positive feedback are motivators; and 3) screening process, high donation frequency, logistics of collection/transporting feces, lack of public awareness, and negative social perception are deterrents. Considering these variables could maximize donor recruitment and retention.
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- Breanna McSweeney
- Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, The Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health and School of Medicine, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- Nottingham Synthetic Biology Research Centre, School of Life Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- Division of Integrative Systems Medicine and Digestive Disease, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Medicine, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Zeidler Ledcor Center, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Zeidler Ledcor Center, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Zeidler Ledcor Center, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada,CONTACT Dina Kao Zeidler Ledcor Center, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Investigating knowledge and perceptions of egg sharing among healthcare professionals in the United Kingdom. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2019; 236:98-104. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2019.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2018] [Revised: 03/01/2019] [Accepted: 03/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Pasch LA. New realities for the practice of egg donation: a family-building perspective. Fertil Steril 2019; 110:1194-1202. [PMID: 30503105 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2018.08.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2018] [Revised: 08/24/2018] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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The practice of egg donation in the United States has been based on assumptions about secrecy, anonymity, and contact among the parties that require reexamination. This article argues for the need to acknowledge that secrecy and anonymity are no longer viable assumptions and that all parties may have a strong interest in contact and connection. A shift in the narrative for the practice of egg donation from a purely medical perspective to a broader family-building perspective is described. Significant practice changes to accommodate the new realities, rooted in a family-building perspective, are outlined in the arenas of medical record retention, informed consent, recipient and donor preparation and counseling, facilitation of contact among the parties, and outreach to other medical professionals, with the goal of promoting not only healthy pregnancy, but also long-term positive family functioning.
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- Lauri A Pasch
- Departments of Psychiatry and Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Science, University of California, San Francisco, California.
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Gonzalo J, Perul M, Corral M, Caballero M, Conti C, García D, Vassena R, Rodríguez A. A follow-up study of the long-term satisfaction, reproductive experiences, and self-reported health status of oocyte donors in Spain. EUR J CONTRACEP REPR 2019; 24:227-232. [DOI: 10.1080/13625187.2019.1588960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Miettinen A, Rotkirch A, Suikkari AM, Söderström-Anttila V. Attitudes of anonymous and identity-release oocyte donors towards future contact with donor offspring. Hum Reprod 2019; 34:672-678. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dez009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2018] [Revised: 01/02/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- A Miettinen
- Kela (Social Insurance Institution), Nordenskilöldinkatu 12, Helsinki, Finland
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- Population Research Institute, Väestöliitto, Kalevankatu 16, Helsinki, Finland
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- Lääkärikeskus Aava (Aava Medical Center), Länsituulentie 1 A, Espoo, Finland
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- Helsinki University and Helsinki University Central Hospital, Haartmaninkatu 2, Helsinki, Finland
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de Melo-Martín I, Rubin LR, Cholst IN. "I want us to be a normal family": Toward an understanding of the functions of anonymity among U.S. oocyte donors and recipients. AJOB Empir Bioeth 2018; 9:235-251. [PMID: 30398412 DOI: 10.1080/23294515.2018.1528308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anonymity remains the more common practice in gamete donations, but legislation prohibiting anonymity with a goal of protecting donor-conceived children's right to know their genetic origins is becoming more common. However, given the dearth of research investigating the function of anonymity for donors and recipients, it is unclear whether these policies will accomplish their goals. The aim of this study was to explore experiences with anonymity among oocyte donors and recipients who participated in an anonymous donor oocyte program and to understand the ways in which anonymity functions for them. METHODS Semistructured interviews were conducted with 50 women: 28 oocyte donors and 22 recipients who were recruited from an academic center for reproductive medicine in the United States. RESULTS Donors and recipients view anonymity both as a mechanism to protect the interests of all parties (recipients, donors, and donor-conceived children) and as a point of conflict. Specifically, three key areas were identified where both donors and recipients saw anonymity as having an important role: relieving anxieties about family structures and obligations; protecting their interests and those of donor-conceived children (while acknowledging where interests conflict); and managing the future. CONCLUSION As gamete donation increasingly moves away from the practice of anonymity, examining why anonymity matters to stakeholders will be helpful in devising strategies to successfully implement identity-release options.
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- b Department of Psychology , New School for Social Research
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- c The Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine , Weill Cornell Medical College
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Haskovic M, Poot WJ, van Golde RJT, Benneheij SH, Oussoren E, de Wert GMWR, Krumeich A, Rubio-Gozalbo ME. Intrafamilial oocyte donation in classic galactosemia: ethical and societal aspects. J Inherit Metab Dis 2018; 41:791-797. [PMID: 29671189 PMCID: PMC6133175 DOI: 10.1007/s10545-018-0179-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2017] [Revised: 02/03/2018] [Accepted: 03/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Classic galactosemia is a rare inherited disorder of galactose metabolism. Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) with subfertility affects > 80% of female patients and is an important concern for patients and their parents. Healthcare providers are often consulted for subfertility treatment possibilities. An option brought up by the families is intrafamilial oocyte donation (mother-to-daughter or sister-to-sister). In addition to POI, galactosemia patients can also present varying cognitive and neurological impairments, which may not be fully clear at the time when mother-to-daughter oocyte donation is considered. Ethical and societal aspects arise when exploring this option. This study aimed to provide guidance in aspects to consider based on the views of different groups involved in the oocyte donation process. A qualitative study using in-depth semi-structured interviews with > 50 participants (patients, family members, and healthcare providers) was conducted. From these interviews, themes of concern emerged, which are illustrated and reviewed: (1) family relations, (2) medical impact, (3) patients' cognitive level, (4) agreements to be made in advance and organization of counseling, (5) disclosure to the child, and (6) need for follow-up. We conclude that discussing and carrying out intrafamilial oocyte donation in galactosemia patients requires carefully addressing these themes. This study adds value to the already existing recommendations on intrafamilial oocyte donation in general, since it highlights important additional aspects from the perspectives of patients and their families.
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- M Haskovic
- Department of Pediatrics and Department of Clinical Genetics, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P. Debeylaan 25, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics and Department of Clinical Genetics, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P. Debeylaan 25, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- GROW-School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Medicine, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Erasmus Medical Center, Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- GROW-School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Health, Ethics & Society, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health, Ethics & Society, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics and Department of Clinical Genetics, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P. Debeylaan 25, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
- GROW-School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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Williams RA, Machin LL. Rethinking gamete donor care: A satisfaction survey of egg and sperm donors in the UK. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0199971. [PMID: 30036373 PMCID: PMC6056032 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0199971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2017] [Accepted: 06/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Despite poor clinic communication and staff treatment being reported by donors, high rates of overall satisfaction are still reported in surveys. This study will evaluate the importance of communication and interaction between donors and fertility clinic staff in gamete donor care. METHODS We report on 120 egg and sperm donors' responses to a UK-wide online satisfaction survey. The survey focused on donors' interactions with fertility clinic staff pre-, during, and post- donation. Basic cross-tabulation was performed on the data using online survey software. Textual data was read and extracts identified, which illustrated and expanded on the findings from the numerical data. Diagrammatic modeling was also utilised to analyse the textual data, with particular focus to relationships between the donors and clinic staff, the main activities within the gamete donation process, and how these activities may affect donor satisfaction with the gamete donation process. RESULTS Donors expressed concern for the infertile couple and the resulting child; conveyed frustration at not receiving information on the expenses they could claim; felt lost in the system regarding the ease of making clinic appointments, and once made they were routinely not seen on time for these appointments. Donors also negatively commented on aftercare, the location and condition of the donation room, and information on contraception. In addition, Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome was frequently reported, with these egg donors believing that clinic staff were not concerned with their physical or emotional well-being, but were instead disproportionately focused on extracting the eggs. CONCLUSIONS The multifaceted notion of donors highlights the complexity inherent to the gamete donation process, which comprises various aspects of uncertainty in the donation system, and ambiguity in the donation process. Categorising donors as Altruist, Customer, and Patient, conveys the particular importance of staff communication and treatment in donor care. These categories are not mutually exclusive however, in that an individual donor may experience more than one of these perspectives during the course of their gamete donation journey. Finally, there were a number of exemplar cases, where donors reported high satisfaction throughout, and these correlated with them being given a single point of contact at the clinic. Subject to resource constraints, we suggest that this practice should be implemented throughout clinics in the UK, so that donors have access to dedicated clinic staff who not only support them emotionally and physically throughout the gamete donation process, but also ensure that communication is open, clear, timely, and consistent.
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- Richard A. Williams
- Department of Management Science, Management School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom
- Data Science Institute, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom
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- Medical School, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom
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Kool EM, Bos AME, van der Graaf R, Fauser BCJM, Bredenoord AL. Ethics of oocyte banking for third-party assisted reproduction: a systematic review. Hum Reprod Update 2018; 24:615-635. [DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmy016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2017] [Accepted: 04/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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- E M Kool
- Department of Medical Humanities, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Universiteitsweg 100, GA Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Reproductive Medicine and Gynaecology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Heidelberglaan 100, CX Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine and Gynaecology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Heidelberglaan 100, CX Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Humanities, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Universiteitsweg 100, GA Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine and Gynaecology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Heidelberglaan 100, CX Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Humanities, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Universiteitsweg 100, GA Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Shepherd L, Kardzhieva D, Bussey L, Lovell B. The role of emotions in predicting sperm and egg donation. JOURNAL OF APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.1111/jasp.12504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Lee Shepherd
- Department of Psychology; Northumbria University
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- Department of Psychology; Northumbria University
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Response to: Comment on "Are Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Ideal Candidates for Oocyte Donation?". BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2017; 2017:1467136. [PMID: 29075639 PMCID: PMC5624157 DOI: 10.1155/2017/1467136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2017] [Accepted: 07/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Bakker MR, Maas J, Bekker MH, Bredenoord AL, Fauser BC, Bos AM. Autonomy and self-esteem of women who donate to an oocyte cryopreservation bank in the Netherlands. Reprod Biomed Online 2017; 35:225-231. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2017.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2016] [Revised: 04/10/2017] [Accepted: 05/02/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Van Parys H, Provoost V, Zeiler K, De Sutter P, Pennings G, Buysse A. Constructing and enacting kinship in sister-to-sister egg donation families: a multi-family member interview study. SOCIOLOGY OF HEALTH & ILLNESS 2017; 39:847-862. [PMID: 27917504 DOI: 10.1111/1467-9566.12533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Although intra-familial egg donation has been practiced for more than 15 years in several countries, little is known about family relationships in this family type. Framed within the new kinship studies, this article focuses on the experiential dimension of kinship in sister-to-sister egg donation families: how is kinship 'unpacked' and 'reconstructed' in this specific family constellation? Qualitative data analysis of interviews with receiving parents, their donating sisters and the donor children revealed six themes: (1) being connected as an extended family; (2) disambiguating motherhood; (3) giving and receiving as structuring processes; (4) acknowledging and managing the 'special' link between donor and child; (5) making sense of the union between father and donor; and (6) kinship constructions being challenged. This study showed the complex and continuous balancing of meanings related to the mother-child dyad, the donor-child dyad and the donor-father dyad. What stood out was the complexity of, on the one hand cherishing the genetic link with the child allowed by the sisters' egg donation, while, on the other, managing the meanings related to this link, by, for instance, acknowledging, downsizing, symbolising, and differentiating it from the mother-child bond. (A Virtual Abstract of this paper can be accessed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_979cmCmR9rLrKuD7z0ycA).
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- Hanna Van Parys
- Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Belgium
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- Division of Health and Society Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Sweden
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- Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Belgium
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Blyth E, Crawshaw M, Frith L, van den Akker O. Gamete donors' reasons for, and expectations and experiences of, registration with a voluntary donor linking register. HUM FERTIL 2017. [PMID: 28635412 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2017.1292005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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This paper reports on a study of the views and experiences of 21 sperm donors and five egg donors registered with UK DonorLink (UKDL), a voluntary DNA-based contact register established to facilitate contact between adults who wish to identify and locate others to whom they are genetically related following donor conception. Specifically, the paper examines donors' reasons for searching for, or making information about themselves available to donor-conceived offspring. Their expectations of registration with UKDL, experiences of being registered and finally, the experiences of those who had contacted donor-conceived offspring and other genetic relatives are investigated. While most respondents reported largely positive experiences of registration, the study found significant issues relating to concerns about donation, DNA testing, possible linking with offspring and expectations of any relationship that might be established with offspring that have implications for support, mediation and counselling. Research that puts the experiences, perceptions and interests of gamete donors as the central focus of study is a relatively recent phenomenon. This study contributes to this debate and highlights directions for future research in this area.
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- Eric Blyth
- a School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield , Huddersfield , UK
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- b Department of Social Policy and Social Work , University of York , York , UK
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- c Department of Health Services Research , University of Liverpool , Liverpool , UK
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- d Department of Psychology, Faculty of Science and Technology , Middlesex University , London , UK
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Bracewell-Milnes T, Saso S, Abdalla H, Thum MY. A systematic review investigating psychosocial aspects of egg sharing in the United Kingdom and their potential effects on egg donation numbers. HUM FERTIL 2017; 21:163-173. [PMID: 28549399 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2017.1329554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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This review aims to provide an up-to-date knowledge of the psychosocial aspects of egg donation from the perspectives of the egg share donor and their recipient. It explores the motives, experiences and attitudes of egg sharers and their views towards donor anonymity and disclosure. Conclusions are made on how these findings can guide clinical practice and improve egg sharing numbers. A systematic search of peer-reviewed journals of four computerized databases was undertaken. Eleven studies were included in the review. Psychosocial aspects towards donation were positive from the egg share donor and recipient. Concerns raised were whether participating in the egg sharing scheme would impact on their success rates, as well as frustration expressed by a minority regarding the lack of knowledge of egg sharing outside of fertility clinics. The 2005 legislative changes in the UK have not caused the anticipated dramatic decrease in egg donation; however, oocyte donation still falls short of demand. Egg sharing provides a practical option for more patients to access IVF, whilst also providing more donor oocytes. Improved information provision will result in greater awareness of egg sharing, with the potential to recruit more donors and meet the needs of recipients currently on long waiting lists.
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- Timothy Bracewell-Milnes
- a Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Developmental Reproductive & Developmental Biology , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- a Division of Surgery and Cancer, Institute of Developmental Reproductive & Developmental Biology , Imperial College London , London , UK
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- b Fertility Specialist , The Lister Hospital , London , UK
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- b Fertility Specialist , The Lister Hospital , London , UK
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Rauscher EA, Young SL, Durham WT, Barbour JB. "I'd Know That My Child Was Out There": Egg Donation, the Institutionalized "Ideal" Family, and Health Care Decision Making. HEALTH COMMUNICATION 2017; 32:550-559. [PMID: 27328283 DOI: 10.1080/10410236.2016.1140272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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This study investigates how young women of egg-donating age perceive egg donation. Using institutional theory, this study demonstrates how participants frame a health care decision, such as egg donation, utilizing familial ideals. Results revealed that women expressed the importance of ownership over their genetic material and that familial ideals encourage an ideal way to create a family, which egg donation only fits as a last resort. Results show that familial ideals reach past the institution of family into broader decision making, such as that of health care. Further, results show that as more families are constructed through assisted reproductive technologies, attempts should be made to gradually alter the familial ideal to encompass novel medical technologies such as egg donation.
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- b Communications Department , University of Southern Indiana
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- c Department of Communication Studies , University of Texas at Austin
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Using family members as gamete donors or gestational carriers. Fertil Steril 2017; 107:1136-1142. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2017.02.118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2017] [Accepted: 02/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Live birth rates are satisfactory following multiple IVF treatment cycles in poor prognosis patients. Reprod Biol 2016; 17:34-41. [PMID: 27964842 DOI: 10.1016/j.repbio.2016.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2016] [Revised: 11/22/2016] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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This seven-year retrospective study analysed the live birth rate (LBR) for women undergoing IVF treatment with various antral follicle counts (AFC). The LBR decreased with lower AFC ratings, and in 290 treatment cycles for women in the poorest AFC category, ≤4 follicles (group E), the LBR was the lowest at 10.7%. The pregnancy loss rate (PLR) significantly increased with poorer AFC categories, from 21.8% in AFC group A (≥20 follicles), to 54.4% in AFC group E (p<0.0001). This trend was repeated with advancing age, from 21.6% for younger women (<35years), to 32.9, 48.5 and 100% for ages 35-39, 40-44 and ≥45 years, respectively (p<0.0001). However, LBR within the specific AFC group E cohort was also age-dependent and decreased significantly from 30.0% for <35 years old, to 13.3, 3.9 and 0% for patients aged 35-39, 40-44 and ≥45 years, respectively. Most, importantly, LBR rates within these age groups were not dependent on the number of IVF attempts (1st, 2nd, 3rd or ≥4 cycles), which indicated that cycle number should not be the primary deciding factor for cessation of IVF treatment in responding women <45years old.
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Graham S, Jadva V, Freeman T, Ahuja K, Golombok S. Being an identity-release donor: a qualitative study exploring the motivations, experiences and future expectations of current UK egg donors. HUM FERTIL 2016; 19:230-241. [PMID: 27563721 DOI: 10.1080/14647273.2016.1221148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The objective of this study was to examine the motivations, experiences and future expectations of identity-release egg donors in the UK following the removal of donor anonymity and the increase in financial compensation for egg donation. This exploratory, in-depth qualitative study comprised semi-structured interviews with 11 women who had attended an egg donation screening appointment at a UK clinic during a four-month period in 2014. Interviews were conducted two to six weeks after the woman had donated or had withdrawn/been rejected from the donation process. Participants' primary motivation for donating was to help infertile women have their 'own child', and the recent increase in financial compensation did not seem to play a significant role in their decision. All were happy to be identifiable and contacted by children born as a result of their donation. However, some were hesitant about providing non-identifying information about themselves for these offspring and wished for further information about the recipient(s) of their eggs and the outcome of their donation. Whilst this study was limited due to the small sample size, it is the first study of UK egg donors following the rise in donor compensation and suggests that other strategies may be more effective in increasing donor numbers.
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- Susanna Graham
- a Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge , Cambridge , UK
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- a Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge , Cambridge , UK
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- a Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge , Cambridge , UK
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- a Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge , Cambridge , UK
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Gezinski LB, Karandikar S, Carter J, White M. Exploring Motivations, Awareness of Side Effects, and Attitudes among Potential Egg Donors. HEALTH & SOCIAL WORK 2016; 41:75-83. [PMID: 27263197 PMCID: PMC4888091 DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlw005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2014] [Revised: 09/30/2014] [Accepted: 03/25/2015] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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This research study surveyed prospective egg donors at orientation to (a) understand women's motivations to donate eggs, (b) assess awareness and knowledge of egg donation prior to entry into the egg donation program, and (c) explore attitudes toward egg donation. Ninety-two women completed the questionnaire at one fertility clinic located in the Midwest between August 2011 and August 2012. Descriptive and inferential statistics as well as textual analysis were used to analyze the data. Three themes emerged regarding participant motivations: (1) altruistic, (2) financial, and (3) desire to pass on genetic material. The majority of participants were unconcerned with potential physical and psychological side effects; however, differences emerged based on motherhood status and educational level. Although potential donors felt recipients should receive some information about the donor, they tended to value privacy regarding information giving to resultant offspring. This research study has implications for social work practice, policy, and future research. It is crucial that women receive adequate procedural and side effect information prior to engaging in egg donation.
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Are Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Ideal Candidates for Oocyte Donation? BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2016; 2016:5701609. [PMID: 27190994 PMCID: PMC4844867 DOI: 10.1155/2016/5701609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2015] [Accepted: 03/16/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background. The use of donated oocytes for in vitro fertilization treatment in patients with ovarian failure is universally recognized. But would patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) be a good choice for egg donation programs? Objective. Comparing the pregnancy rates of egg receptors from donor patients diagnosed with PCOS to receptors from donors without PCOS. Design. Retrospective cohort study. Methods. A total of 234 patients who had undergone egg reception program were separated into two groups: Group I, receptors from PCOS donors (n = 36); Group II, receptors from donors without PCOS (n = 198). Medical records were reviewed and the fertilization, implantation, and pregnancy rates were calculated. Results. PCOS patients had an average of 3.23 more oocytes retrieved, but there were no differences in the number of mature oocytes that were used for donation between the groups. We also observed that the number of transferred embryos was also not significantly different, as well as the fertilization and implantation rates. The clinical pregnancy rates were not significantly different: 28% and 26% in Group I and Group II, respectively. Conclusions. Women with PCOS should not be excluded from egg donation programs.
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Bracewell-Milnes T, Saso S, Bora S, Ismail AM, Al-Memar M, Hamed AH, Abdalla H, Thum MY. Investigating psychosocial attitudes, motivations and experiences of oocyte donors, recipients and egg sharers: a systematic review. Hum Reprod Update 2016; 22:450-65. [DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmw006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2015] [Accepted: 02/15/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Söderström-Anttila V, Miettinen A, Rotkirch A, Nuojua-Huttunen S, Poranen AK, Sälevaara M, Suikkari AM. Short- and long-term health consequences and current satisfaction levels for altruistic anonymous, identity-release and known oocyte donors. Hum Reprod 2016; 31:597-606. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dev324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2015] [Accepted: 11/30/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Omani Samani R, Mounesan L, Ezabadi Z, Vesali S. Development of A Questionnaire to Measure Attitude toward Oocyte Donation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FERTILITY & STERILITY 2015; 9:387-92. [PMID: 26644863 PMCID: PMC4671380 DOI: 10.22074/ijfs.2015.4555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2015] [Accepted: 04/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Background To our knowledge, there is no valid and comprehensive questionnaire
that considers attitude toward oocyte donation (OD). Therefore this study has aimed to
design and develop a tool entitled attitude toward donation-oocyte (ATOD-O) to measure
attitude toward OD. Materials and Methods This methodological, qualitative research was undertaken on 15
infertile cases. In addition, we performed a literature review and search of various databases.
Validity of this questionnaire was conducted by knowledgeable experts who determined indices such as relevancy, clarity, and comprehensiveness. Reliability of the questionnaire was
assessed based on the opinions of experts and infertile couples referred to Royan Institute. Results ATOD-O was designed in 52 statements that covered various issues such as the
OD process, donor and recipient characteristics, as well as family, emotional, psychological, legal, religious, and socio-economic dimensions. Results were scored as five points:
1 (strongly disagree), 2 (disagree), 3 (somewhat), 4 (agree), and 5 (strongly agree). The
overall relevancy of the questionnaire was 97% and clarity was 96%. Overall comprehensiveness was 100%. Conclusion The findings from this preliminary validation study have indicated that
ATOD-O is a valid measure for measuring and assessing attitude toward donated oocytes.
This questionnaire can be used in studies regarding different groups of a society.
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- Reza Omani Samani
- Department of Epidemiology and Reproductive Health, Reproductive Epidemiology Research Center, Royan Institute for Reproductive Biomedicine, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Reproductive Health, Reproductive Epidemiology Research Center, Royan Institute for Reproductive Biomedicine, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Reproductive Health, Reproductive Epidemiology Research Center, Royan Institute for Reproductive Biomedicine, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Reproductive Health, Reproductive Epidemiology Research Center, Royan Institute for Reproductive Biomedicine, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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Jadva V, Lamba N, Kadam K, Golombok S. Indian egg donors' characteristics, motivations and feelings towards the recipient and resultant child. REPRODUCTIVE BIOMEDICINE & SOCIETY ONLINE 2015; 1:98-103. [PMID: 28299366 PMCID: PMC5341288 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbms.2016.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2015] [Revised: 04/25/2016] [Accepted: 04/25/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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This is the first study to examine characteristics, motivations and experiences of Indian egg donors. In-depth interviews were conducted with 25 egg donors who had donated during the previous 8 months at a fertility clinic in Mumbai. The semi-structured interviews were conducted in Hindi and English. In addition to demographic information, data were collected on donors' motivations for donating, with whom they had discussed donation, and feelings towards the recipients. The response rate was 66%. All participants were literate and had attended school. Twenty (80%) egg donors had children and five (20%) did not. The most common motivation (19, 76%) for donating was financial need. Egg donors had discussed their donation with their husband or with close family/friends, with almost all mentioning that wider society would disapprove. The majority (20, 80%) had no information about the recipients and 11 (44%) preferred not to. The findings highlight the similarities and differences between egg donors from India and those from other countries and that egg donors are of a more varied demographic background than surrogates in India. Given that India has been a popular destination for fertility treatment, the findings have important implications for regulation and practice within India and internationally.
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- V. Jadva
- Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge, Free School Lane, Cambridge, CB2 3RF, UK
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- Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge, Free School Lane, Cambridge, CB2 3RF, UK
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- Corion Fertility Clinic, Trans Avenue, Lokhandwala Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai–400053, India
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- Centre for Family Research, University of Cambridge, Free School Lane, Cambridge, CB2 3RF, UK
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Hadizadeh-Talasaz F, Latifnejad Roudsari R, Simbar M. Decision for disclosure: The experiences of Iranian infertile couples undergoing assisted reproductive donation procedures. HUM FERTIL 2015; 18:265-75. [DOI: 10.3109/14647273.2015.1076579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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This paper explores problems associated with using altruism as the central value in gamete donation, and in doing so draws on empirical data that sheds light on why gamete donors choose to donate. Donation of bodily material is, arguably, supposed to be motivated by altruism, and this is the view taken by many European governments. Other values are often ignored or rejected as morally inappropriate. This paper analyses some conceptual and practical problems with the use of altruism as the motivation to determine moral acceptability-drawing on empirical data that suggests gamete donors are not motivated purely by altruism, and that motivations are in fact quite complex. Two problems are first analysed: (1) how do we distinguish altruistic from non-altruistic donations and (2) how do we distinguish between removing barriers and providing incentives. A final question, triggered by the Nuffield Council on Bioethics' report, is whether the meaning of the payment should be decided on the basis of an a priori definition or on the basis of the donors' subjective experience. It is concluded that there are different legitimate core values in donation, which should be balanced. In order to value the good generated by donation, donors with mixed motives should be accepted, as long as helping others is an important motive and also features in their motivation.
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- Guido Pennings
- Department of Philosophy and Moral Science, Bioethics Institute Ghent (BIG), Ghent University, Blandijnberg 2, 9000, Ghent, Belgium,
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Cabry-Goubet R, Lombart M, Scheffler-Garhieni F, Lourdel E, Carette F, Devaux A, Copin H, Benkhalifa M, Merviel P. [Are patients in the postpartum period potential egg donors?]. GYNECOLOGIE, OBSTETRIQUE & FERTILITE 2014; 42:844-848. [PMID: 25453906 DOI: 10.1016/j.gyobfe.2014.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2013] [Accepted: 09/26/2014] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVES In France, oocyte donation program is still underdeveloped because of lack of donors and this situation entails an important wave of cross border medical tourism to different European countries mainly Spain and Greece. In 2011, the General inspection of social affairs report recommended to the biomedicine agency to promote spontaneous oocyte donation via different channels of information to develop this national program. The main objective of this study is to assess the knowledge of women after baby delivery about oocyte donation. The second objective is the identification of ways to assure better information and to promote oocyte donation. PATIENTS AND METHODS We conducted a prospective study with anonymous questionnaire distribution to women after delivery at obstetrics/gynecology department of the Regional University Hospital and Maternity-Children Unit "Victor-Pauchet" of Amiens, from December 2012 to January 2013. RESULTS Two hundred and fifty-five questionnaires were distributed and 242 of them were analyzed (94.9%). About oocyte donation knowledge: 28% did not know it was possible, 45% did not know it was legal in France, 54% did not know who was concerned and 36% know that a treatment is necessary, 9% think that oocyte donation is paid and 10% it is non-anonymous. If 67% seems to be favorable to this initiative, only 35% could accept to realize it. About information efficiency, 88% think not to receive enough information, 64% would like to have more information. The health care professional wanted to give this information is an obstetrician (51%), a midwife (37%) and a nurse (12%). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Oocyte donation program is misoriented due to a lack of information. Obstetricians and midwives have an important educational and informative role to support oocyte donation. Specific strategy of communication and valuable targeted information are needed to motivate potential donor and achieve the objectives of the program.
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- R Cabry-Goubet
- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France.
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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- Médecine et biologie de la reproduction, cytogénétique et CECOS de Picardie, CHU d'Amiens, 124, rue Camille-Desmoulins, 80000 Amiens, France
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