IVF or ICSI: which is better in women with endometriosis associated infertility?

Endometriosis is associated with infertility. Between 25 - 50% of infertile women have endometriosis and 30 - 50% of women with endometriosis are infertile (1). Many of these women will have to undergo IVF. Abnormal folliculogenesis, impaired oocyte and embryo quality due to radical oxidative stress and imbalances in the levels of cytokines and interleukins have been described as potential contributors to infertility in women with endometriosis (2). We wondered if utilizing ICSI may overcome these stressors and improve fertilization rate and pregnancy rate in women with endometriosis associated infertility.
Source: Fertility and Sterility - Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Tags: Poster session Source Type: research