Assisted reproductive techniques and the risk of anorectal malformations: a German case-control study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The use of assisted reproductive techniques (ART) for treatment of infertility is increasing rapidly worldwide. However, various health effects have been reported including a higher risk of congenital malformations. Therefore, we ass...

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Main Authors: Zwink Nadine, Jenetzky Ekkehart, Schmiedeke Eberhard, Schmidt Dominik, Märzheuser Stefanie, Grasshoff-Derr Sabine, Holland-Cunz Stefan, Weih Sandra, Hosie Stuart, Reifferscheid Peter, Ameis Helen, Kujath Christina, Rißmann Anke, Obermayr Florian, Schwarzer Nicole, Bartels Enrika, Reutter Heiko, Brenner Hermann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases
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Online Access:http://www.ojrd.com/content/7/1/65