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ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Abstract Original Article: D. Li, Z. Zhou, D. Qing, Y. He, T. Wu, M. Miao, J. Wang, X. Weng, J.R. Ferber, L.J. Herrinton, Q. Zhu, E. Gao, H. Checkoway, and W. Yuan
Occupational exposure to bisphenol-A (BPA) and the risk of Self-Reported Male Sexual Dysfunction
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 10, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep381
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Abstract Original Article: Peng Yuan, Yanhong Huang, Hong Wu, Zenghui Teng, Jianfang Zhang, and Xiaoyan Xin
Induction of a local pseudo-pregnancy via levonorgestrel-loaded microspheres for the treatment of endometriosis in a rabbit model
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep386
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Abstract Original Article: P. Warner, A. Guttinger, A.F. Glasier, R.J. Lee, S. Nickerson, R.M. Brenner, and H.O.D. Critchley
Randomized placebo-controlled trial of CDB-2914 in new users of a levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system shows only short-lived amelioration of unscheduled bleeding
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep377
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Abstract Original Article: D.L. Healy, S. Breheny, J. Halliday, A. Jaques, D. Rushford, C. Garrett, J.M. Talbot, and H.W.G. Baker
Prevalence and risk factors for obstetric haemorrhage in 6730 singleton births after assisted reproductive technology in Victoria Australia
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep376
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Abstract Original Article: Minako Koizumi, Mikio Momoeda, Hisahiko Hiroi, Fumiko Nakazawa, Hanako Nakae, Tomoko Ohno, Tetsu Yano, and Yuji Taketani
Inhibition of proteases involved in embryo implantation by cholesterol sulfate
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep370
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Abstract Original Article: E. Vassilatou, S. Lafoyianni, A. Vryonidou, D. Ioannidis, L. Kosma, K. Katsoulis, E. Papavassiliou, and I. Tzavara
Increased androgen bioavailability is associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep380
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Abstract Original Article: A. Sobek Jr, E. Tkadlec, B. Hladíková, and A. Sobek
Is there a declining trend in ovarian function among infertility clinic patients?
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 28, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep372
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Abstract Original Article: Sang Ho Yoon, Young Min Choi, Min A. Hong, Gyoung Hoon Lee, Jin Ju Kim, Hyoung June Im, Eung Gi Min, Byung Moon Kang, Byung Koo Yoon, and Shin Yong Moon
Estrogen receptor ${alpha}$ gene polymorphisms in patients with idiopathic premature ovarian failure
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 27, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep375
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Abstract Original Article: J.P. Ginsberg, C.A. Carlson, K. Lin, W.L. Hobbie, E. Wigo, X. Wu, R.L. Brinster, and T.F. Kolon
An experimental protocol for fertility preservation in prepubertal boys recently diagnosed with cancer: a report of acceptability and safety
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 27, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep371
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Abstract Original Article: Inge W.H. van Empel, Willianne L.D.M. Nelen, Eveline T. Tepe, Esther A.P. van Laarhoven, Christianne M. Verhaak, and Jan A.M. Kremer
Weaknesses, strengths and needs in fertility care according to patients
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 27, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep362
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Abstract Original Article
Laura Rienzi, Stefania Romano, Laura Albricci, Roberta Maggiulli, Antonio Capalbo, Elena Baroni, Silvia Colamaria, Fabio Sapienza, and Filippo Ubaldi
Embryo development of fresh ‘versus’ vitrified metaphase II oocytes after ICSI: a prospective randomized sibling-oocyte study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 27, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep346
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Abstract Original Article: Marla E. Lujan, Terri G. Bloski, Donna R. Chizen, Denis C. Lehotay, and Roger A. Pierson
Digit ratios do not serve as anatomical evidence of prenatal androgen exposure in clinical phenotypes of polycystic ovary syndrome
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 24, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep363
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Abstract Original Article: M. Brandes, C.J.C.M. Hamilton, J.P. de Bruin, W.L.D.M. Nelen, and J.A.M. Kremer
The relative contribution of IVF to the total ongoing pregnancy rate in a subfertile cohort
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 24, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep341
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Abstract Original Article: Marcus A. Rosencrantz, Deborah S. Wachs, Mickey S. Coffler, Pamela J. Malcom, Michael Donohue, and R. Jeffrey Chang
Comparison of inhibin B and estradiol responses to intravenous FSH in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and normal women
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 22, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep373
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Abstract Original Article: M.S. Paul, R. Berger, N. Berlow, H. Rovner-Ferguson, L. Figlerski, S. Gardner, and A.F. Malave
Posttraumatic growth and social support in individuals with infertility
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 22, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep367
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Abstract Original Article: Jane L. Halliday, Obioha C. Ukoumunne, H.W. Gordon Baker, Sue Breheny, Alice M. Jaques, Claire Garrett, David Healy, and David Amor
Increased risk of blastogenesis birth defects, arising in the first 4 weeks of pregnancy, after assisted reproductive technologies
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 22, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep364
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Abstract Original Article: J. van Disseldorp, C.B. Lambalk, J. Kwee, C.W.N. Looman, M.J.C. Eijkemans, B.C. Fauser, and F.J. Broekmans
Comparison of inter- and intra-cycle variability of anti-Müllerian hormone and antral follicle counts
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 19, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep366
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Abstract Original Article
A. Rickenlund, M. Thorén, Å. Nybacka, J. Frystyk, and A. Lindén Hirschberg
Effects of oral contraceptives on diurnal profiles of insulin, insulin-like growth factor binding protein-1, growth hormone and cortisol in endurance athletes with menstrual disturbance
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 19, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep350
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Abstract Original Article: Susan Golombok and Shirlene Badger
Children raised in mother-headed families from infancy: a follow-up of children of lesbian and single heterosexual mothers, at early adulthood
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 19, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep345
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Abstract Original Article: F.D. West, M.I. Roche-Rios, S. Abraham, R.R. Rao, M.S. Natrajan, M. Bacanamwo, and S.L. Stice
KIT ligand and bone morphogenetic protein signaling enhances human embryonic stem cell to germ-like cell differentiation
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 19, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep338
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Abstract Original Article: A.M.E. Lintsen, D.D.M. Braat, J.D.F. Habbema, J.A.M. Kremer, and M.J.C. Eijkemans
Can differences in IVF success rates between centres be explained by patient characteristics and sample size?
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 16, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep358
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Abstract Original Article: Ruey-Bing Yang, Heng-Kien Au, Chii-Ruey Tzeng, Ming-Tzu Tsai, Ping Wu, Yu-Chih Wu, Thai-Yen Ling, and Yen-Hua Huang
Characterization of a novel cell-surface protein expressed on human sperm
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep359
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Abstract Original Article: R. Garcia-Cruz, A. Casanovas, M. Brieño-Enríquez, P. Robles, I. Roig, A. Pujol, L. Cabero, M. Durban, and M. Garcia Caldés
Cytogenetic analyses of human oocytes provide new data on non-disjunction mechanisms and the origin of trisomy 16
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep347
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Abstract Original Article: Lauren A. Wise, Kenneth J. Rothman, Ellen M. Mikkelsen, Henrik Toft Sørensen, Anders Riis, and Elizabeth E. Hatch
An internet-based prospective study of body size and time-to-pregnancy
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep360
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Abstract Original Article: M.A. Brieño-Enríquez, P. Robles, R. García-Cruz, I. Roig, L. Cabero, F. Martínez, and M. Garcia Caldés
A new culture technique that allows in vitro meiotic prophase development of fetal human oocytes
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep351
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Abstract Original Article
C. Carson, J.J. Kurinczuk, A. Sacker, Y. Kelly, R. Klemetti, M. Redshaw, and M.A. Quiqley
Cognitive development following ART: effect of choice of comparison group, confounding and mediating factors
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep344
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Abstract Original Article: S. Ferrero, G. Camerini, N. Ragni, P.L. Venturini, E. Biscaldi, and V. Remorgida
Norethisterone acetate in the treatment of colorectal endometriosis: a pilot study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 10, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep361
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Abstract Original Article: K. King, S. Smith, M. Chapman, and G. Sacks
Detailed analysis of peripheral blood natural killer (NK) cells in women with recurrent miscarriage
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 9, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep349
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Abstract Original Article: S.C. Mizrak, J.V. Chikhovskaya, H. Sadri-Ardekani, S. van Daalen, C.M. Korver, S.E. Hovingh, H.L. Roepers-Gajadien, A. Raya, K. Fluiter, Th.M. de Reijke, J.J.M.C.H. de la Rosette, A.C. Knegt, J.C. Belmonte, F. van der Veen, D.G. de Rooij, S. Repping, and A.M.M. van Pelt
Embryonic stem cell-like cells derived from adult human testis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 8, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep354
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Abstract Original Article: Jie Zhang, Xinliang Ding, Zenghui Bian, Yankai Xia, Chuncheng Lu, Shoulin Wang, Ling Song, and Xinru Wang
The effect of anti-eppin antibodies on ionophore A23187-induced calcium influx and acrosome reaction of human spermatozoa
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep356
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Abstract Original Article: Nicolas Chopin, Jean Marie Malaret, Marie-Christine Lafay-Pillet, Adolphe Fotso, Hervé Foulot, and Charles Chapron
Total laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign uterine pathologies: obesity does not increase the risk of complications
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep348
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Abstract Original Article: S.L. Gudmundsdottir, W.D. Flanders, and L.B. Augestad
Physical activity and fertility in women: the North-Trøndelag Health Study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep337
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Abstract Original Article: S. Purewal and O.B.A van den Akker
A study of the effect of message framing on oocyte donation
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep342
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Abstract Original Article: M. Brandes, J.O.M. van der Steen, S.B. Bokdam, C.J.C.M. Hamilton, J.P. de Bruin, W.L.D.M. Nelen, and J.A.M. Kremer
When and why do subfertile couples discontinue their fertility care? A longitudinal cohort study in a secondary care subfertility population
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 26, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep340
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Abstract Original Article: Bing Mei, Qizhi Luo, Kun Du, Zhi Huo, Fuyan Wang, and Ping Yu
Association of MICA gene polymorphisms with Chlamydia trachomatis infection and related tubal pathology in infertile women
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 26, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep339
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Abstract Original Article: T. Marees, C.J. Dommering, S.M. Imhof, W.A. Kors, P.J. Ringens, F.E. van Leeuwen, and A.C. Moll
Incidence of retinoblastoma in Dutch children conceived by IVF: an expanded study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 25, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep335
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Abstract Original Article: A. De Vos, C. Staessen, M. De Rycke, W. Verpoest, P. Haentjens, P. Devroey, I. Liebaers, and H. Van de Velde
Impact of cleavage-stage embryo biopsy in view of PGD on human blastocyst implantation: a prospective cohort of single embryo transfers
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 21, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep251
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Abstract Original Article: B. Aflatoonian, L. Ruban, M. Jones, R. Aflatoonian, A. Fazeli, and H.D. Moore
In vitro post-meiotic germ cell development from human embryonic stem cells
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 20, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep334
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Abstract Original Article: J. Potter, J. Trussell, and C. Moreau
Trends and determinants of reproductive health service use among young women in the USA
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 20, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep333
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Abstract Original article: Katrine Strandberg-Larsen, Morten Søndergaard Jensen, Cecilia Høst Ramlau-Hansen, Morten Grønbæk, and Jørn Olsen
Alcohol binge drinking during pregnancy and cryptorchidism
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 18, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep325
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Abstract Original Article: S. Bechoua, K. Astruc, S. Thouvenot, S. Girod, A. Chiron, C. Jimenez, and P. Sagot
How to demonstrate that eSET does not compromise the likelihood of having a baby?
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 13, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep321
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Abstract Original Article: K.J. Middelburg, M.J. Heineman, A.F. Bos, M. Pereboom, V. Fidler, and M. Hadders-Algra
The Groningen ART cohort study: ovarian hyperstimulation and the in vitro procedure do not affect neurological outcome in infancy
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 12, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep310
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Abstract Original Article: D.A. Dumesic, M.S. Patankar, D.K. Barnett, T.G. Lesnick, B.A. Hutcherson, and D.H. Abbott
Early prenatal androgenization results in diminished ovarian reserve in adult female rhesus monkeys
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 9, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep324
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Abstract Original Article: Yi-Hua Chen, Herng-Ching Lin, Shu-Fen Chen, and Hsiu-Chen Lin
Increased risk of preterm births among women with uterine leiomyoma: a nationwide population-based study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 9, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep320
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Abstract Original Article: Peck Y. Chin, Anne M. Macpherson, Jeremy G. Thompson, Michelle Lane, and Sarah A. Robertson
Stress response genes are suppressed in mouse preimplantation embryos by granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF)
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 8, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep307
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Abstract Original Article: Sachiko Matsuzaki, Michel Canis, Claude Darcha, Jean-Luc Pouly, and Gérard Mage
HOXA-10 expression in the mid-secretory endometrium of infertile patients with either endometriosis, uterine fibromas or unexplained infertility
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep306
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Abstract Original Article: W. Kramer, J. Schneider, and N. Schultz
US oocyte donors: a retrospective study of medical and psychosocial issues
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep309
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Abstract Original Article: Takeshi Nagamatsu, Danny J. Schust, Jun Sugimoto, and Breton F. Barrier
Human decidual stromal cells suppress cytokine secretion by allogenic CD4⁺ T cells via PD-1 ligand interactions
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep308
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Abstract Original Article: Ayako Watanabe, Fuminori Taniguchi, Masao Izawa, Kana Suou, Takashi Uegaki, Eri Takai, Naoki Terakawa, and Tasuku Harada
The role of survivin in the resistance of endometriotic stromal cells to drug-induced apoptosis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep305
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Abstract Original Article: A. Barbonetti, M.R.C. Vassallo, F. Pelliccione, A. D'Angeli, R. Santucci, B. Muciaccia, M. Stefanini, F. Francavilla, and S. Francavilla
Beta-chemokine receptor CCR5 in human spermatozoa and its relationship with seminal parameters
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep304
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Abstract Original Article: Lionel Dessolle, Emile Daraï, Dominique Cornet, Roman Rouzier, Charles Coutant, Jacqueline Mandelbaum, and Jean-Marie Antoine
Determinants of pregnancy rate in the donor oocyte model: a mutivariate analysis of 450 frozen-thawed embryo transfers
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 2, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep303
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Abstract Original Article: S. Ferrero, G. Camerini, R. Seracchioli, N. Ragni, P.L. Venturini, and V. Remorgida
Letrozole combined with norethisterone acetate compared with norethisterone acetate alone in the treatment of pain symptoms caused by endometriosis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 2, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep302
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Abstract Original Article: G. Pennings, C. Autin, W. Decleer, A. Delbaere, L. Delbeke, A. Delvigne, D. De Neubourg, P. Devroey, M. Dhont, T. D'Hooghe, S. Gordts, B. Lejeune, M. Nijs, P. Pauwels, B. Perrad, C. Pirard, and F. Vandekerckhove
Cross-border reproductive care in Belgium
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 2, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep300
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Abstract Original Article: I. Liebaers, S. Desmyttere, W. Verpoest, M. De Rycke, C. Staessen, K. Sermon, P. Devroey, P. Haentjens, and M. Bonduelle
Report on a consecutive series of 581 children born after blastomere biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 27, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep298
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Abstract Original Article: Liv Bente Romundstad, Pål R. Romundstad, Arne Sunde, Vidar von Düring, Rolv Skjærven, and Lars J. Vatten
Assisted fertilization and breech delivery: risks and obstetric management
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 21, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep301
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Abstract Original Article: A. Bokor, C.M. Kyama, L. Vercruysse, A. Fassbender, O. Gevaert, A. Vodolazkaia, B. De Moor, V. Fülöp, and T. D'Hooghe
Density of small diameter sensory nerve fibres in endometrium: a semi-invasive diagnostic test for minimal to mild endometriosis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 18, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep283
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Abstract Original Article: M. Al-Jefout, G. Dezarnaulds, M. Cooper, N. Tokushige, G.M. Luscombe, R. Markham, and I.S. Fraser
Diagnosis of endometriosis by detection of nerve fibres in an endometrial biopsy: a double blind study
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 18, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep275
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Abstract Original Article: Gheona Altarescu, Talia Eldar-Geva, Irit Varshower, Barry Brooks, Edith Zylber Haran, Ehud J. Margalioth, Ephrat Levy-Lahad, and Paul Renbaum
Real-time reverse linkage using polar body analysis for preimplantation genetic diagnosis in female carriers of de novo mutations
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 17, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep293
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Abstract Original Article: P. Devroey, R. Boostanfar, N.P. Koper, B.M.J.L. Mannaerts, P.C. IJzerman-Boon, B.C.J.M. Fauser, and on behalf of the ENGAGE Investigators
A double-blind, non-inferiority RCT comparing corifollitropin alfa and recombinant FSH during the first seven days of ovarian stimulation using a GnRH antagonist protocol
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep291
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Abstract Original Article: M. Takamura, K. Koga, Y. Osuga, Y. Takemura, K. Hamasaki, Y. Hirota, O. Yoshino, and Y. Taketani
Post-operative oral contraceptive use reduces the risk of ovarian endometrioma recurrence after laparoscopic excision
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep297
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Abstract Original Article: Suparna Chatterjee, Rajender Singh, Seema Kadam, Anurupa Maitra, Kumarasamy Thangaraj, Pervin Meherji, and Deepak Modi
Longer CAG repeat length in the androgen receptor gene is associated with premature ovarian failure
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep296
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Abstract Original Article: S. Bhattacharya, M. Porter, E. Amalraj, A. Templeton, M. Hamilton, A.J. Lee, and J.J. Kurinczuk
The epidemiology of infertility in the North East of Scotland
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 14, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep287
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OPINION

Opinion: Richard M. Sharpe
Bisphenol A exposure and sexual dysfunction in men: Editorial commentary on the article ‘Occupational exposure to bisphenol-A (BPA) and the risk of self-reported male sexual dysfunction’ Li et al., 2009.
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 10, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep385
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Abstract Opinion: G. Bahadur and M. Morrison
Patenting human pluripotent cells: balancing commercial, academic and ethical interests
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 7, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep369
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Abstract Opinion: R.P. Amann
Evaluating testis function non-invasively: how epidemiologist–andrologist teams might better approach this task
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep383
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Abstract Opinion: Hossam I. Abdalla, Siladitya Bhattacharya, and Yacoub Khalaf
Is meaningful reporting of national IVF outcome data possible?
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 9, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep357
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REVIEW

Abstract Review: Jean-Noël Hugues, Lucie Theron-Gerard, Christiane Coussieu, Maud Pasquier, Didier Dewailly, and Isabelle Cedrin-Durnerin
Assessment of theca cell function prior to controlled ovarian stimulation: the predictive value of serum basal/stimulated steroid levels
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 6, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep378
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Abstract Review: Charles O.A. Omwandho, Lutz Konrad, Gülden Halis, Frank Oehmke, and Hans-Rudolf Tinneberg
Role of TGF-βs in normal human endometrium and endometriosis
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on November 5, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep382
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Abstract Review: Gulcin Abban and Joshua Johnson
Stem cell support of oogenesis in the human
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on August 17, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep281
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Letter to the Editor: Nathalie Rives
Reply: Fertility preservation in adolescent males: experience over 22 years at Rouen University Hospital
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 24, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep331
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Letter to the Editor: Roy Homburg
Reply: A new method for testing a hypothesis on a cause of polycystic ovary syndrome
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 24, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep330
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Letter to the Editor: Fady Shehata and Togas Tulandi
Evaluation of impact factor using two different methods
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep353
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Letter to the Editor: Tingting Ma
RCT of real versus placebo acupuncture
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 3, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep352
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Letter to the Editor: Kerry Hampton and Danielle Mazza
Should spontaneous or timed intercourse guide couples trying to conceive?
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 17, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep322
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CASE REPORT

Abstract Case Report: Géri Méduri, Anne Bachelot, Catherine Duflos, Bettina Bständig, Catherine Poirot, Catherine Genestie, Reiner Veitia, Elfride De Baere, and Philippe Touraine
FOXL2 mutations lead to different ovarian phenotypes in BPES patients: Case Report
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on October 9, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep355
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EDITOR'S CORNER

Editor's Corner: Johannes L.H. Evers
100 papers to read before you die
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 30, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep336
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EDITORIAL

Editorial: John A. Collins and Johannes L.H. Evers
Editor's Note
Hum. Reprod. Advance Access published on September 13, 2009.
doi:10.1093/humrep/dep323
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