Endometrial Receptivity on Assisted Reproductive Technology Cycles – a correlation between Serial Serum Estradiol levels and Serial Endometrial Volume Assessment

Abstract

Background: Diagnosis of endometrial receptivity is still unclear and conflicting. Despite advances in embryo development during assisted reproductive technologies (ART) cycles, the intricate process of implantation is still matter for debate and research. Materials and Methods: Serial serum estradiol levels and 3D transvaginal ultrasound performed in women on ART cycle to evaluate a pattern that better predicts implantation rates. 169 subjects on a prospective case control study were assessed. Serial biochemical and biophysical parameters were assessed during ovarian controlled stimulation and results compared in terms of pregnancy outcome.Results: No statistical difference was noted between the two groups in terms of demographics and ART procedures and scores. Serum estradiol was significantly higher in the positive group from day 8 after ovarian controlled stimulation. Endometrial volume and adjusted endometrial volume were significantly higher in the positive group as soon as day 6 of ovarian controlled stimulation. Conclusions: Continuous serum estradiol and 3D endometrial volume and adjusted endometrial volumes may reflect endometrial changes during ART procedures and provide a useful real time tool for clinicians in predicting endometrial receptivity.