A global recommendation for restrictive provision of fertility treatments during the COVID‐19 pandemic

Rodriguez‐Wallberg, Kenny A.; Wikander, Ida

doi:10.1111/aogs.13851

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“…The TFR has been below the replacement rate in most developed countries since 1950. The unique circumstances imposed by the pandemic are likely to affect TFR, particularly in developed economies, where the population susceptibility to economic changes appears to exert increased impact on reproductive decisions ( 10 , 11 ). Moreover, in HICs the fertility rate is greatly influenced by higher women educational levels, which again may impact the birth rates in high economies during COVID-19 pandemic ( 12 ).…”

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Potential Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Future Birth Rate

Ullah

Moin

Araf

et al. 2020

Front. Public Health

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Here, we examine the potential effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on future birth rates. This highly contagious disease originated in China, and rapidly spread worldwide, leading to extensive lockdown policies being implemented globally with the aim of containing the infection rates and its serious attendant consequences. Based on previous extant literature, this paper overviews the potential demographic consequences of the current progressively widespread epidemic on conception and fertility as driven by the data obtained during similar prior incidents. In general, epidemics manifest a common pattern as far as their impact on population, which is remarkably similar to natural disasters, i.e., a steep decline in birth rates followed by gradual increases and then followed by a baby boom. Additionally, we have also depicted how economic conditions, mental health, fear, and mortality may also influence future birth rates.

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confidence: 99%

Potential Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Future Birth Rate

Ullah

Moin

Araf

et al. 2020

Front. Public Health

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“…However, asymptomatic people are a threat as they can infect healthy individuals, consequently leading to another outbreak (Zou, et al, 2020). During the pandemic, several reproduction centers canceled fertility treatments (La Marca, et al, 2020;Rodriguez-Wallberg and Wikander, 2020). Although the association between SARS-CoV-2 and treatment involving artificial reproductive technologies remains uncertain, Some infertility centers have provided guidance, including the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Ory, et al, 2020).…”

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Risks associated with cryopreserved semen in a human sperm bank during and after the COVID-19 pandemic

Huang

Zhou

Gao

et al. 2021

Reproductive BioMedicine Online

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“…Some, who already argue against infertility services in a world where overpopulation is a major concern, 6 further argue that during the pandemic, precious healthcare resources should be reassigned or only essential services offered. [50][51][52] However, from the perspective of infertile couples, the disruption in treatment due to a change in healthcare guidelines or due to quarantine conditions, 52 means a significant loss in time and effort and treatment already paid for because they may have to begin again after the pandemic resolves. 6,53 Such a situation greatly compounds stress and mental health risk related to infertility.…”

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<p>Women and Infertility in a Pronatalist Culture: Mental Health in the Slums of Mumbai</p>

Roberts¹,

Renati²,

Solomon³

et al. 2020

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Background: Infertility is a global problem, with high prevalence in India. As a pronatalist society, infertility is particularly problematic in India, causing stigma, shame, and blame especially for women. Infertility consequences for women include discrimination, social exclusion, and abandonment, putting them at high risk for mental health distress. Furthermore, mental health is highly stigmatized and specialized care is largely unavailable. Despite the cultural importance of childbearing, research on infertility distress and resulting mental health sequelae is lacking, particularly among low-income women. The purpose of this study is to assess mental health, using validated scales, among Mumbai slum-dwelling women with a history of infertility. Methods: We conducted a mixed-method, cross-sectional study. A focus group discussion with community health workers (n = 7) informed the development of a comprehensive survey. The survey consisted of validated scales whenever possible, in addition to questions pertaining to women's sociodemographic and reproductive history. After rigorous forward and back translation, the surveys were conducted as face-to-face structured interviews due to low literacy levels and the research naiveté of our respondents. Interviews were conducted by culturally, linguistically, gender-matched, trained research assistants. Results: Mumbai slum-dwelling women of reproductive age suffering from infertility (N = 74) participated. Most (85%) women and their husbands (66%) reported previous infertility testing. Participants had elevated mental health distress (anxiety and depression symptomology) largely explained by general health, length of marriage, and coping strategy employed. Conclusion: Women facing the double stigma of mental health and infertility need innovative programs to address their challenges.

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A global recommendation for restrictive provision of fertility treatments during the COVID‐19 pandemic

Cited by 27 publications

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Potential Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Future Birth Rate

Potential Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Future Birth Rate

Risks associated with cryopreserved semen in a human sperm bank during and after the COVID-19 pandemic

<p>Women and Infertility in a Pronatalist Culture: Mental Health in the Slums of Mumbai</p>

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