Racial Disparities in Fertility Care: A Narrative Review of Challenges in the Utilization of Fertility Preservation and ART in Minority Populations.
J Clin Med
; 13(4)2024 Feb 13.
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ABSTRACT
Significant ethnic and racial disparities exist in the utilization and outcomes of assisted reproductive technology (ART) in the United States. The popularity of fertility preservation (FP) procedures, a specific application of ART for those desiring to delay childbearing, has increased; however, many minority populations have seen a less rapid uptake of these services. Minority patients pursuing ART are more likely to have poorer in vitro fertilization (IVF) and pregnancy outcomes. These outcomes are used to predict success after FP and may lessen the appeal of such procedures in these populations. Suboptimal outcomes are further compounded by challenges with receiving referrals to, accessing, and paying for FP services. Resolving these disparities in minority populations will require culturally appropriate education surrounding the benefits of ART and FP, the demonstration of favorable outcomes in ART and FP through continued research engaging minority participants, and continued advocacy for expanded access to care for patients.
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MEDLINE
Contexto en salud:
1_ASSA2030
Problema de salud:
1_desigualdade_iniquidade
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En
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J Clin Med
Año:
2024
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Article
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Estados Unidos