3D-Printed Ovaries Could Restore Fertility

May-22-17 Researchers have created 3D-printed ovaries that could one day allow infertile women to have children.

Developed by a team from Northwestern Universit, the bioprosthetic ovaries were created using a 3D-printed gelatin scaffolding that was seeded with immature eggs. The scaffold was implanted in a female mouse, replacing the natural ovaries, which resulted in the mouse being able to ovulate, give birth, and then nurse its healthy pups.

The team is hopeful the breakthrough technology could restore fertility to human females who have lost ovarian function, particularly cancer patients.

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