Taking a closer look at the key performance indicators in an assisted reproductive technology laboratory: a guide for reproductive professionals

Wirka, Kelly Athayde; Rosas, Israel Maldonado; Anagnostopoulou, Christina; Singh, Neha; MANOHARAN, Madhumitha; Barros, B.; Diaz, Sofia; Gugnani, Nivita; Desai, Dimple; Boitrelle, Florence; Sallam, Hassan; Agarwal, Ashok

doi:10.23736/s0031-0808.22.04686-9

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“…Table 2 [ 3 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 ] illustrates that 23 articles were published in prestigious peer-reviewed journals by author contributions representing 46 countries. Broadly classified, these articles tackled contemporary challenges in andrology spanning across topics of sperm DNA damage, semen analysis, laboratory issues in relation to assisted reproductive technique (ART), sperm recovery, etc.…”

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“…Earlier GAF research training focused on conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The training was effective and is detailed elsewhere [ 45 ]. Research methodology training is mandatory for members involved in the research team, mainly because even well-trained clinicians may need an understanding of systematic reviews and meta-analysis methodology [ 45 ].…”

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“…The training was effective and is detailed elsewhere [ 45 ]. Research methodology training is mandatory for members involved in the research team, mainly because even well-trained clinicians may need an understanding of systematic reviews and meta-analysis methodology [ 45 ]. We found that few members expressed interest in statistics and graphical preparations, suggesting a need for training in these areas.…”

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The Global Andrology Forum (GAF): Structure, Roles, Functioning and Outcomes: An Online Model for Collaborative Research

Ansari

Savira

Atmoko

et al. 2024

World J Mens Health

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Purpose There are no published examples of a global online research collaborative in andrology. We describe the development, profile and member characteristics of the first consortium of this type, the Global Andrology Forum (GAF). Materials and Methods An online survey sent to all GAF members collected demographic information (sex, age, experience, academic title, degrees, country, specialty, profession). It also tapped data on members’ characteristics e.g., skills in research, software and statistics; preferred activities; time commitments; expected roles; and interest in participating in research, in GAF’s scientific activities and collaborative online research. The findings were analyzed and tabulated. We outline members’ demographic and professional characteristics and scientific achievements to date. A narrative approach outlined GAF’s structure and functioning. Results A total of 418 out of 540 members completed the survey and were included in the analysis (77.4% response rate). The sample comprised mainly urologists (34.2%) and a third of the respondents had practiced for >15 years (33.3%). Up to 86.1% of the members expressed interest in being actively engaged in writing scientific articles. A third of the sample (37.1%) could dedicate 4 to 6 hours/week. Few respondents reported skills in statistics and artwork (2.6% and 1.9% respectively). Members were assigned to specific roles based on their expertise and experiences. Collaborative working ensured the timely completion of projects while maintaining quality. For outcomes, GAF published 29 original articles within one year of its creation, with authors from 48 countries spanning topics that included varicocele, sperm DNA damage, oxidative stress, semen analysis and male infertility, oocyte/embryo, and laboratory issues of assisted reproductive technique (ART) and male infertility evaluation. Conclusions GAF is a successful global online andrology research model. A healthy number of scientific articles have been published. Given such effectiveness, adopting the GAF model could be useful for other disciplines that wish to create and coordinate successful international online research groups.

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“…The aim of ART laboratories is to improve the quality of their services and increase the success rate of treatment courses. To achieve these expectations, a quality control system is implemented, which includes establishing procedures and maintaining quality standards [1]. ART procedures include in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).…”

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Evaluation of medical equipment of the infertility treatment centers in North western of Libya

Rahoma,

A Hwisa,

Alfazzani Jira

et al. 2023

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Background Cell culture, particularly in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) are both of which assisted reproductive technology (ART) approaches that are most frequently utilized to treat infertility around the world. Objective Highlight the differences and similarities in instruments and equipment in ART laboratories that govern their success, limitations, and potential differences between laboratories by identifying the facilities of laboratories to improve outcomes of ICSI and IVF techniques in clinical centers on the western coast of Libya. Method: descriptive study, comparison of five (5) assisted reproduction laboratories instrument and equipment parameters using the same quality-control application in clinical centers on the western coast of Libya.Result: Among the seven clinical centers specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of infertility that were contacted, four infertility treatment centers and the Medical Research Center (MRC) provided a response. The MRC and four clinical centres had good laboratory facilities for ICSI and IVF techniques compared to Jordan ART laboratory facilities.Conclusion: This study highlights the imperative of enhancing laboratory infrastructure to support optimal implementation of ICSI and IVF procedures.

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The art of ART: an editorial

SALLAM¹,

Agarwal²

2022

Panminerva Med

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Taking a closer look at the key performance indicators in an assisted reproductive technology laboratory: a guide for reproductive professionals

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The Global Andrology Forum (GAF): Structure, Roles, Functioning and Outcomes: An Online Model for Collaborative Research

The Global Andrology Forum (GAF): Structure, Roles, Functioning and Outcomes: An Online Model for Collaborative Research

Evaluation of medical equipment of the infertility treatment centers in North western of Libya

The art of ART: an editorial

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