title: In vitro fertilization: an overview.
abstract: The advanced reproductive technologies are an acceptably safe but invasive method to treat infertility. The decision to proceed with IVF/ET should be based on 1) a complete infertility investigation, 2) an understanding by the couple of the emotional, physical and financial aspects of the process and 3) an understanding by physicians of the real advantages and disadvantages of the procedures.
authors.forename: S N
authors.initials: SN
authors.lastname: London
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Miller
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Weitzman
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005307:Fertilization in Vitro / Q000379:methods*; D015181:Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer; D006801:Humans; D007246:Infertility / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D011247:Pregnancy; D011256:Pregnancy Outcome