Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8444984 European Journal of Cancer 2013 4 Pages PDF
Abstract
We have shown for the first time in a girl treated for cancer that transplanted ovarian tissue can regain function and secrete estradiol in a sufficient amount to induce puberty. In addition, the majority of her ovarian tissue remains frozen with a possibility to support fertility in adult life.
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Life Sciences Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology Cancer Research
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Case report: Stimulation of puberty in a girl with chemo- and radiation therapy induced ovarian failure by transplantation of a small part of her frozen/thawed ovarian tissue
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