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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm doing IVF (with ICSI) and I keep seeing all these things about children conceived through ART or with ICSI as being at[b] higher risk for genetic syndromes[/b], some of which sound really scary (higher risks of childhood cancer!??!)

Did any of you see/hear about this? Anyone's RE talk to them about this? Or do you know any children conceived through ART that do have a syndrome related to ART? I'm trying to figure out what is real and what is hype. Thanks![/quote]

I looked into this pretty extensively myself.  There does seem to be a slight increased incidence of problems (more so in boys).  Its not a huge incidence though.  The main thing is, they don't necessarily think its the ART, ICSI, etc, but that[b] they are using sperm that never would have been able to fertilize an egg if not for these procedures[/b].  So its likely due to use of sub-par sperm.  No one has been able to prove this yet; just a theory.  Personally, I don't think the risk is all that great, and its the difference between having or not having a child.  [/quote]

OP, syndromes happen in nature with or without intervention. It's a genetic coin toss. If this is the only way you can conceive a child, do not let obscure musings derail your efforts.

PP, that is a gross generalization. Sub-par sperm won't fertilize an egg. Besides, sperm issues may be related to count rather than morphology or motility.[/quote]

Its not a gross generalization.  I've read the scientific articles.  [b]Its part of the "discussion" section, though you probably don't know what that is.[/b]

Bottom line, there's a small increased chance of a few problems (such as infertility-which may not be a surprise-hypospadia, etc).  Can't pinpoint why there is a slightly higher rate, but its not a whole lot higher than non-ART children.  If you don't have a strong science background, then make an appointment with your RE to discuss the facts.  [/quote]
That is why we are so glad we have 'experts' like you to inform us.[/quote]

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