Anesthesia for in-vitro fertilization.
OBJECTIVE
To review the most recent literature on anesthesia for in-vitro fertilization.


RESULTS
Very limited new information has become available in the review period. Propofol seems to be an acceptable option for anesthesia/sedation during in-vitro fertilization but more research is necessary to definitively establish its safety. Remifentanil is also an effective alternative.


CONCLUSIONS
Presently, propofol and remifentanil seem to be acceptable options for anesthesia for in-vitro fertilization but further research is required.
Van de Velde
Marc
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Department of Anesthesiology, University Hospitals Gasthuisberg, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium. marc.vandevelde@uz.kuleuven.ac.be