title: Medical Imaging and Infertility.
abstract: Infertility affects many couples, and medical imaging plays a vital role in its diagnosis and treatment. Radiologic technologists benefit from having a broad understanding of infertility risk factors and causes. This article describes the typical structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems, as well as congenital and acquired conditions that could lead to a couple's inability to conceive. Medical imaging procedures performed for infertility diagnosis are discussed, as well as common interventional options available to patients.
authors.forename: Rebecca
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Peterson
mesh_terms: D003952:Diagnostic Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007246:Infertility / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D012307:Risk Factors; D013679:Technology, Radiologic