Review:
Assisted Reproductive Technology (art)
overall review score: 4.2
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Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) refers to medical procedures used to help individuals achieve pregnancy by artificial means.
Key Features
- In vitro fertilization (IVF)
- Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
- Egg donation
- Surrogacy
Pros
- Offers hope to individuals or couples struggling with infertility
- Allows for the possibility of biological parenthood for those who may not be able to conceive naturally
- Provides options for LGBTQ+ individuals or couples to have children
Cons
- Can be expensive and not always covered by insurance
- May involve ethical considerations, such as the use of donor eggs/sperm or surrogates
- Not always successful, leading to emotional and financial strain