ART Registries-Characteristics and experiences: A comparative study

• Published in: Journal of family medicine and primary care Vol. 8; no. 2; pp. 449 - 454
• Main Authors: Zahmatkeshan, Maryam, Naghdi, Majid, Farjam, Mojtaba, Mokhtaran, Mehrshad, Yazdani, Azita, Mahmoudvand, Zahra, Safdari, Reza
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: India Wolters Kluwer India Pvt. Ltd 01.02.2019; Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd; Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
• Subjects: ART registry; Care and treatment; Comparative analysis; Comparative literature; Fertilization in vitro; Infertility; information system; IVF registry; Obstetrical research; Original; Registries (Medicine); registry system; Reproductive technology; Technology; information system; registry system; infertility; ART registry; IVF registry
• ISSN: 2249-4863; 2278-7135
• DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_453_18

Background: The incident of infertility is continuously increasing. As a result, the demand for medical care such as assisted reproductive technology (ART) technology is equally increasing. In order to manage the growing data and information collected on ART, there is a need for a registry system can provide accurate statistics about activities and outcomes and ensure the quality control. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine and compare In vitro fertilization (IVF) and ART registries. Methods: This is a descriptive-comparative study in which data from the national ART registries of 14 selected countries in 2018 were collected. In this study, databases such as PubMed, Web of Sciences, and Scopus, as well as Google Scholar websites were searched. Results: Important aspects of the registry were studied. One of the most important goals of these systems is to collect information about ART, as well as to monitor and report the results and implications, and also implement new care plans. Conclusion: A national registry helps to better understand the scope and the effect of assisted reproduction on the health of infertile couples. By this registry system, different countries can compare the data with other countries, allowing the improvement of techniques and the best possible care for patients.