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ReviewCell death discovery2025

Efficacy of glucocorticoids treatment in recurrent embryo implantation failure.

Qin-Yu Cai, Wei-Zhen Tang, Zhi-Mou Li, Jia-Zheng Li, Xing-Qi Zhi, Qin-Hao Yang, Jie Sheng, Tai-Hang Liu

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Review in Cell death discovery, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

6 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

8 authors.

Qin-Yu CaiDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6979-9530
Wei-Zhen TangDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
Zhi-Mou LiDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
Jia-Zheng LiDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
Xing-Qi ZhiDepartment of Pathology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China.
Qin-Hao YangDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
Jie ShengDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
Tai-Hang LiuDepartment of Bioinformatics, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China. liuth@cqmu.edu.cn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9932-8281

Funding

Chongqing Medical University (CQMU) W0068Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing (Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing Municipality) CSTB2024NSCQ-MSX0706
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Recurrent implantation failure (RIF) poses a significant challenge in treating infertility. RIF can stem from various factors, commonly involving immune issues. Recent literature suggests that glucocorticoids (GCs) can effectively inhibit immune responses in RIF patients. However, a recent multicenter randomized controlled trial found that oral prednisone did not enhance live birth rates in RIF cases. Despite their potential benefits, the diversity in dosage regimens and treatment protocols highlights the need for further research to establish standardized guidelines and ensure long-term safety. This review explores the use of GCs treatments for RIF, including their use alone and in combination with other medications. It emphasizes the necessity for solid evidence to determine the effectiveness and safety of these treatments. Future studies should focus on defining optimal dosages, treatment durations, and administration methods tailored to different RIF patient profiles. Moreover, well-designed randomized trials are crucial to assess the efficacy and risks associated with GCs in treating RIF.

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PMCPMC12533104

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