OBGYN equipment

OBGYN equipment

Obstetrics and gynecology equipment

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in vitro fertilization

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

Literally means "in glass." Fertilization takes place outside the body in a small glass dish.

infertility

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

The inability to conceive after a year of unprotected intercourse or the inability to carry a pregnancy to term.

A physician who specialises in infertility. Most are board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, but some gynaecologists have considerable experience in infertility and may be considered experts ...

inhibin

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

A male feedback hormone made in the testicles to regulate FSH production by the pituitary gland.

inhibin-f (folliculostatin)

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

A female feedback hormone made in the ovary to regulate FSH production by the pituitary gland.

intramuscular injection

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

A shot that is inserted into the muscle. Some IVF drugs are administered in the muscle, usually in the upper hip.

intrauterine device

Medical devices; OBGYN equipment

A device placed into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUD insertion has been associated with an increased incidence of infection, which may damage the fallopian tubes, and is therefore not ...