The Gender Gap in the Diagnostic-Therapeutic Journey of the Infertile Couple

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Jun 8;18(12):6184. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18126184.

Abstract

Medical procreation impairs both the biological and psychological lives of couples. However, male and female attitudes to infertility are different and require a different approach during the IVF journey. Thus, the gender impact assessment (GIA) method was used to analyse original studies present in the literature. We found some gender-related differences and, subsequently, possible outcomes of intervention to improve healthy reproduction management and prevent infertility. In particular, it became apparent that there was the need for an in-depth male infertility assessment and a gender-specific follow-up.

Keywords: assisted reproductive technology (ART); gender-oriented specific approach; male infertility.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Health Status
  • Humans
  • Infertility, Male* / diagnosis
  • Male
  • Reproductive Techniques, Assisted
  • Sex Factors