Topic: France

Children born after assisted reproduction face a significantly higher chance of having major birth defects, according to a study released Sunday. Parents contemplating assisted reproductive technology (ART) should be informed that such treatments carry increased risks, the researchers warned. The study, the ...

Defect risk higher for assisted fertility babies

LONDON (Reuters) - Babies born to couples who had fertility treatment have a greater risk of birth abnormalities and doctors should be prepared to warn potential parents about these risks, French scientists said on Sunday. Clinical geneticist Geraldine Viot said couples considering ...