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http://dx.doi.org/10.15204/jkobgy.2022.35.1.012

A Literature Study on Korean Medicine Treatment of Infertility due to Diminished Ovarian Reserve  

Kim, Dong-Il (Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology, College of Korean Medicine, Dong-Guk University)
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The Journal of Korean Obstetrics and Gynecology / v.35, no.1, 2022 , pp. 12-33 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives: Since the importance of Korean Medicine (KM) treatment for Poor Ovarian Response (POR) is high, we intend to present appropriate treatment standards and methods by analyzing information on KM knowledge presented in related research papers and literature. Methods: First, research papers dealing with Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR) and POR are analyzed. In addition, we analyze and refer to research papers on Premature Ovarian Failure and Premature Menopause, which are closely related to DOR. Results: It is considered that the application of KM treatment alone for DOR should be based on the age that best reflects the ovarian reserve rather than the value of the ovarian reserve-related index centered on Anti-Müllerian Hormine (AMH). Accordingly, as a DOR woman under the age of 38, if normal sexual intercourse is achieved and the spouse factor is excluded, KM treatment, focusing on herbal medicine and acupuncture, can be applied. Conclusions: Korean Medicine treatment for infertility caused by decreased ovarian reserve is expected to be effective. However, research on specific treatments and targets will have to be added.
Keywords
Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR); Poor Ovarian Response (POR); infertility; Korean Medicine;
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