†These authors contributed equally.
Academic Editor: Shigeki Matsubara
Background: Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is synthesized by
trophoblast cells and play a critical effect in early pregnancy. The serum hCG
concentration is significantly higher in early gestation period achieved through
in vitro maturation (IVM) than that by traditional IVF. Since IVM does
not involve ovarian hyperstimulation, we wonder whether the number of oocyte
retrieved affect the hCG concentration in early pregnancy achieved by IVM.
Methods: The retrospective analysis involved 51 women who delivered
singletons were analyzed. The number of oocyte retrieved and the maternal hCG
concentration were collected and analyzed. Results: 51 women had
delivered singletons through IVM. The mean number of oocytes retrieved was 16.78