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Fertiprotekt is a network of centers in Europe dedicated to the preservation of fertility in patients undergoing medical treatments that may impair reproductive function. The network focuses on providing information, support, and treatment options to preserve fertility in patients facing cancer therapies, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions that may affect reproductive health.

History[edit]

Fertiprotekt was established in 2006 in response to the growing need for fertility preservation options for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The network was founded by a group of reproductive medicine specialists and oncologists who recognized the impact of cancer treatments on fertility and sought to provide solutions to mitigate these effects.

Objectives[edit]

The primary objectives of Fertiprotekt include:

Providing comprehensive information on fertility preservation options to patients and healthcare providers.
Developing and promoting standardized protocols for fertility preservation.
Facilitating collaboration and research among member centers to advance the field of fertility preservation.
Raising awareness about the importance of fertility preservation in the context of cancer and other medical treatments.

Fertility Preservation Techniques[edit]

Fertiprotekt offers a range of fertility preservation techniques, including:

Oocyte cryopreservation: The process of freezing and storing oocytes (eggs) for future use.
Sperm cryopreservation: The freezing and storage of sperm for future use.
Embryo cryopreservation: The freezing and storage of embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Ovarian tissue cryopreservation: The removal and freezing of ovarian tissue for later reimplantation.
Testicular tissue cryopreservation: The removal and freezing of testicular tissue, particularly for prepubescent boys who cannot produce sperm.

Network Structure[edit]

Fertiprotekt is composed of a network of clinics and hospitals across Europe, each offering specialized services in fertility preservation. The network facilitates communication and collaboration among its members, allowing for the sharing of best practices and research findings.

Impact[edit]

Since its inception, Fertiprotekt has played a significant role in advancing the field of fertility preservation. The network has contributed to the development of new techniques and protocols, improving the success rates of fertility preservation methods. It has also increased awareness among healthcare providers and patients about the importance of considering fertility preservation as part of cancer treatment planning.

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-'''Fertiprotekt''' is a network of clinics and medical professionals dedicated to the preservation of fertility in patients undergoing treatments that may potentially harm their reproductive capabilities. This network was established in Germany in 2006 and has since expanded to include over 100 clinics across Europe.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Fertiprotekt}}
+[[File:Fertiprotekt_Logo_2014.png|thumb|right|Logo of Fertiprotekt]]
-== Overview ==
+'''Fertiprotekt''' is a network of centers in [[Europe]] dedicated to the preservation of [[fertility]] in patients undergoing medical treatments that may impair reproductive function. The network focuses on providing information, support, and treatment options to preserve fertility in patients facing [[cancer]] therapies, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions that may affect reproductive health.
-[[Fertiprotekt]] is a network that specializes in [[oncofertility]], a subfield of medicine that bridges oncology and reproductive research to explore and expand options for the reproductive future of cancer survivors. The main goal of Fertiprotekt is to provide patients with comprehensive information and access to fertility preservation methods before undergoing treatments such as [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]], which can potentially harm their fertility.
-== Fertility Preservation Methods ==
+==History==
-Fertiprotekt offers a variety of [[fertility preservation]] methods. These include:
+Fertiprotekt was established in 2006 in response to the growing need for fertility preservation options for patients undergoing [[chemotherapy]] and [[radiation therapy]]. The network was founded by a group of reproductive medicine specialists and oncologists who recognized the impact of cancer treatments on fertility and sought to provide solutions to mitigate these effects.
-* '''[[Ovarian tissue cryopreservation]]''': This involves the surgical removal of ovarian tissue, which is then frozen and stored for future use.
+==Objectives==
+The primary objectives of Fertiprotekt include:
-* '''[[Embryo cryopreservation]]''': This involves the fertilization of eggs in a laboratory setting, with the resulting embryos then being frozen and stored for future use.
+* Providing comprehensive information on fertility preservation options to patients and healthcare providers.
+* Developing and promoting standardized protocols for fertility preservation.
+* Facilitating collaboration and research among member centers to advance the field of fertility preservation.
+* Raising awareness about the importance of fertility preservation in the context of cancer and other medical treatments.
-* '''[[Egg freezing]]''': This involves the collection of eggs from the ovaries, which are then frozen and stored for future use.
+==Fertility Preservation Techniques==
+Fertiprotekt offers a range of fertility preservation techniques, including:
-== Role in Oncofertility ==
+* [[Oocyte cryopreservation]]: The process of freezing and storing [[oocytes]] (eggs) for future use.
-Fertiprotekt plays a crucial role in the field of oncofertility by providing patients with access to fertility preservation methods and comprehensive information about these methods. The network also conducts research to improve existing fertility preservation methods and develop new ones.
+* [[Sperm cryopreservation]]: The freezing and storage of [[sperm]] for future use.
+* [[Embryo cryopreservation]]: The freezing and storage of [[embryos]] created through [[in vitro fertilization]] (IVF).
+* [[Ovarian tissue cryopreservation]]: The removal and freezing of ovarian tissue for later reimplantation.
+* [[Testicular tissue cryopreservation]]: The removal and freezing of testicular tissue, particularly for prepubescent boys who cannot produce sperm.
-== See Also ==
+==Network Structure==
+Fertiprotekt is composed of a network of clinics and hospitals across Europe, each offering specialized services in fertility preservation. The network facilitates communication and collaboration among its members, allowing for the sharing of best practices and research findings.
+==Impact==
+Since its inception, Fertiprotekt has played a significant role in advancing the field of fertility preservation. The network has contributed to the development of new techniques and protocols, improving the success rates of fertility preservation methods. It has also increased awareness among healthcare providers and patients about the importance of considering fertility preservation as part of cancer treatment planning.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Fertility preservation]]
 * [[Oncofertility]]
-* [[Fertility preservation]]
+* [[Cryopreservation]]
-* [[Chemotherapy]]
+* [[Reproductive endocrinology]]
-* [[Radiation therapy]]
 [[Category:Fertility]]
-[[Category:Medical networks]]
+[[Category:Medical organizations]]
-[[Category:Oncofertility]]
+[[Category:Oncology]]
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