Infertility Evaluation and Treatment

Infertility Evaluation and Treatment

Nanette Santoro, M.D., and Alex J. Polotsky, M.D

This clinical review provides a comprehensive approach to evaluating and treating infertility, including assessment of both partners, semen analysis, ovarian-reserve testing, and evaluation of common reproductive and endocrine factors. It reviews evidence supporting different fertility-treatment strategies, including ovulation induction and in vitro fertilization (IVF), and discusses formal clinical guidelines where available. The article concludes with practical clinical recommendations for infertility management.