From ACOG: "Hormonal Contraceptives May Increase Breast Cancer Risk, Study Suggests.": Kutluk Oktay, MD, PhD, FACOG: Infertility & Fertility Preservation Specialist

Fertility Preservation Options for Children and Adolescents With Cancer

You just learned your child has cancer, and now you must quickly absorb a barrage of information and make fast treatment decisions. But before you move ahead, consider another life-changing decision: Do you want to preserve your child’s fertility?

What Is Ovarian Tissue Cryopreservation and Transplantation and How Successful Is the Procedure?

Many cancer treatments affect fertility in girls and women. With ovarian tissue freezing and transplantation, you can preserve your reproductive ability and restore your fertility following remission.

What Are the Chances of a Successful Pregnancy Using Frozen-thawed Oocytes?

Some women choose to freeze their eggs for medical reasons, while others want to hold off on family building while they pursue other aspects of life. Fortunately, there are options to preserve your fertility until you’re ready.

BONUS 168: Ovary Freezing - Podcast

Dr. Oktay, Annie, and Heather discuss ovary freezing and Annie’s personal experience with this procedure.

The Primordial Journey - Podcast

At two weeks old, the human embryo has only just begun its months-long journey to become a baby.

Fronads - Podcast

But before Annie started treatment, she walked out of the doctor’s office and crossed the street to see a fertility doctor doing an experimental procedure that sounded like science fiction: ovary freezing.

From ACOG: "Hormonal Contraceptives May Increase Breast Cancer Risk, Study Suggests."

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