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At SOFT, we understand that infertility and its treatments can sometimes be a confusing and stressful experience. For this reason, we go out of our way to make sure you are well informed. Dr. Jim Martin has authored an extensive set of information packages for his patients and those seeking information on infertility. They are listed below.

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Infertility
Tubal Reanastomosis

Treatment

1% of women who have had a tubal ligation later undergo surgery to open their tubes

Thr Thyroid and infertility

Investigation

Under Construction

Tubal Factor Infertility

Diagnosis

Under Construction

The S.O.F.T. Rapid Diagnosis and Treatment Protocol for Women 38 to 43 Years Old

Diagnosis and Treatment

diagnosis and treatment is started in one cycle: time is important!

The use of Femara for Infertility

Treatment

some negative press has occurred about the use of femara or letrozole for ovulation induction

the explanation of this is presented

The Basic Infertility Investigation

Investigation

everyone having dificulty with conceiving should have a basic infertility investigation

Fibroids and Infertility

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Hypothalamic Ammenorrhea

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Hysterosonogram

Investigation

Under Construction

Maximizing the Chance of Pregnancy

Preparation

Under Construction

A Monitored Cycle Investigation and Treatment
Determining What is Next

Treatment

describes the logical progression of treatment if a pregnancy does not occur

Obesity and Infertility

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Laparoscopy for Ovarian Cautery

Treatment

very effective for PCOS who do not ovulate with high doses of clomiphene citrate

Ovarian Failure

Diagnosis

decreased ovulation can be caused by the ovaries running out of eggs

Ovulation and Decreased Ovulation

Diagnosis

outlines the causes of decreased ovulation as well as the investigations and treatment indicated

Male Infertility

Diagnosis

outlines the causes, investigation and treatment including the S.O.F.T. potion 

A Vaginal Ultrasound as Part of the Basic Infertility Investigation

Investigation

usually you will be asked to do one of these early in your treatment


Cycles
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) - Non-Fundeded Usual or Long Protocol

Treatment

this describes the usual or most common way to perform IVF step-by-step

Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome OHSS)

Treatment

rarely when the ovaries are stimulated for IVF they become overstimulated, becoming very large and leaking fluid into the peritoneal cavity

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) - Non-Funded Short Protocol

Treatment

the short or flair protocol is used to stimulate egg production for IVF in women who do not have very many eggs left

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

Treatment

ICSI bypasses fertilization and has been a significant breakthrough in infertility treatment, allowing pregnancies in situations of severe male infertility 

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) with Injectable Fertility Medication

Treatment

IUI performed with only injectable fertility medications is a more aggressive IUI used especially in very persistant infertility or in pituitary dysfunction

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) as an Infertility Treatment

Treatment

this information sheet describes intrauterine insemination in general terms

Letrozole (Femara)

Treatment

letrozole is a newer ovulation induction agent which can be used as an alternative to clomiphene

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) with Letrozole (Femara)

Treatment

IUI with letrozole is a very effective form of treatment which is a very cost effective alternative to IUI with clomiphene

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) with Letrozole (Femara) plus Injectable Fertility Medication

Treatment

this form of IUI has become one of our favorite forms of more stimulated IUI and has an excellent pregnancy rate

Clomiphene Citrate

Treatment

Clomiphene is the firstline treatment for decreased ovulation and many other formes of infertility

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) with Clomiphene Citrate and Letrozole

Treatment

clomiphene and letrozole seem to work together; maximizing the simulation while keeping the side effects of each to a minimum

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) with Clomiphene Citrate and Injectable Fertility Medication

Treatment

This has been used for some time as a stronger medication protocol; usually producing 3 to 5 follicles

Clomiphene Citrate Combined with Letrozole

Treatment

Letrozole seems to increase the potency of clomiphene while keeping side effects to a minimum

Intrauterine Insemination with Clomiphene Citrate

Treatment

The most common medication - IUI protocol

Conversion of IUI to In Vitro Fertilization

Treatment

Under Construction

Donor Eggs

Treatment

donor eggs is an IVF cycle with trading places and is an effective treatment for couples were the woman has run out of eggs

Donor Insemination

Treatment

donor insemination can be used in situations were sperm are not otherwise available to produce a pregnancy 

Embryo Freezing and Transfer of Frozen Embryos

Treatment

if more embryos are produced than can be transferred in an IVF cycle, they can be frozen and transferred back later for additional chances at pregnancy

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) - OHIP Funded: Usual or Long Protocol

Treatment

described the usual step-by-step instructions for an IVF cycle funded by OHIP

Assisted Hatching

Treatment

can improve implantation rate (therefore pregnancy rate) in some circumstances in IVF

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) in a Spontaneous Cycle

Treatment

this form of IUI is often used as the initial treatment od male infertility or for donor insemination

Surrogacy

Treatment

surrogacy can be used for women who have eggs but cannot carry children : it is essentially an IVF cycle, trading places

 Intrauterine insemination in general a very detailed look at this technology

Other
S.O.F.T. Mission Statement We really mean this !!!
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Treatment

Under Construction

The 18 to 22 Week Detailed Ultrasound

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Treatment

Under Construction

Low Dose OCPs, Cycle Control, Compliance and Pregnancy Protection

Treatment

a new way of looking at cycle control

Depo-Lupron for Endometriosis

Treatment

80% of women taking this treatment say they have never felt so well!

Endometriosis

Diagnosis

explains the diagnosis and treatment options

Folic Acid Supplementation

Treatment

every woman thinking of pregnancy should be on folic acid

Fertility Options for HIV Discordant Couples

Treatment

S.O.F.T. has provided sperm washing and intrauterine indemination for these couples since its opening

Insulin Resistance and Its Treatment

Treatment

Under Construction

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Laparoscopy

Treatment

outlines laparoscopy

Menopause

Diagnosis

Under Construction

The 11 to 13+6 weeks Scan (Nuchal Translucency)

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Diagnosis

outlines the diagnosis and treatment of this condition

Pregnancy Loss - Miscarriage

Treatment

outlines all aspects of this very painful occurance

Elevated Prolactin

Diagnosis

outlines the diagnosis, causes and treatment

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

Diagnosis

outlines the investigation and treatment which occurs after a second or third pregnancy loss

Sexual Dysfunction

Diagnosis

Under Construction

Testosterone Replacement for Women

Treatment

the often forgotten hormone which is very important to the quality of life

Vaginismus

Diagnosis

Under Construction


Please Note: These sheets are intended for patients, potential patients and those seeking information on infertility for non-business reasons. No reproduction of the contents of this site is permitted without the written permission of Dr. James Martin.
© Copyright James Martin 2003.
No reproduction of the contents of this site is permitted without the written permission of Dr. James Martin.