BIBLIOGRAFIA

 

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METODOS NATURALES DE REGULACION FAMILIAR

Básicos

Métodos Naturales en General

Método de la Ovulación de Billings

The Creighton Model Fertility Care System

 NaProTechnology

Temperatura Basal

Sintotérmico

 Dolor ovulatorio

Palpación cervical

Modified mucus method

TwoDay Algorithm

Calendario

Standard Days

Monitores del periodo fertil

  Temperatura basal y calendario

  Resistencia eléctrica vaginal y salival

  Cristalización Salival

  Estrona glucuronido y LH urinaria

  Estrona glucuronido, pregnandiol glucuronido

HORMONAS URINARIAS

Monitores  Estrona glucuronido y LH urinaria (Persona, Clearplan, Clearview)

Monitor Estrona glucuronido, pregnandiol glucuronido (Monitor Ovárico)

Umbral ovulatorio  Pregnandiol glucuronido

Medición simultanea Estrona glucuronido y Pregnandiol glucuronido

Ratio Estrona glucuronido/Pregnandiol glucuronido

Efecto de concentración urinaria

Más sobre glucuronidos urinarios

LH urinaria

OTROS INDICADORES

Autoaspiración flujo cervicovaginal 

 Volumen flujo

 Aspecto flujo

Peroxidasas

Moco cervical

 Lagrima

 Saliva

Saliva

 Hormonas salivales

 Cristalización Salival

 Otros indicadores en saliva

Miscelánea de indicadores

Estudios de varios indicadores

DETECCION DE PERIODO FERTIL Y USO DE BARRERAS

ACCURACY

DIAS DE FERTILIDAD POTENCIAL

RESULTADO DEL EMBARAZO

Resultados adversos

Sexo, ratio

FOLICULOGENESIS Y OVULACION

Fisiología

Mellizos

CICLO MENSTRUAL

Aspectos Varios

Ciclos largos e irregulares

Ciclos postparto

Hormonas Periconcepcionales

Evaluación ciclo con utrasonido

Reporte largo ciclo

Conocimiento ciclo

Deseo de menstruar

Ciclo Menstrual y edad

POST CONTRACEPTIVOS HORMONALES

ENDORFINAS Y FERTILIDAD

AUTOINMUNIDAD

INFLUENCIA TEMPRANA SOBRE ASPECTOS REPRODUCTIVOS

INFLUENCIA ESTILO DE VIDA

En general

Stress

Smog 

Alcohol

Luz

Marihuana

Café

Cigarrillo

DDT

Aspirina

Dieta

Ejercicio

Sobrepeso   

MOCO CERVICAL

Características

Moco cervical y embarazo

Ciclo mucoso 

 Indicador del comienzo del período fértil

 Indicador  de ovulación

Score mucoso 

COITO

GLANDULAS DE BARTHOLINO

CICLO ENDOMETRIAL

CICLO VAGINAL

LACTANCIA

Fisiología

Métodos Naturales durante lactancia

Lactancia y contracepción

Lactational amenorrea method (LAM)

Programas promoción lactancia

Otras ref

EFECTIVIDAD

LOGRAR EMBARAZO

Lograr embarazo en  infertilidad

EVITAR EMBARAZO

Consideraciones generales

Efectividad y comportamiento

Efectividad Comparación métodos

Efectividad LAM

Efectividad Método de la Ovulación

Efectividad  Creighton model

Efectividad Sintotérmico

Efectividad Temperatura Basal

Efectividad Two day method

Efectividad Modified mucus method

Efectividad Standard days

Efectividad Calendario

Efectividad Monitores Hormonas urinarias EG, LH.

Efectividad  Monitores de temperatura basal , calendario

Otros estudios de efectividad

PROGRAMACION

ASPECTOS SICOSOCIALES

MATRIMONIO

ADOLESCENTES

INFERTILIDAD

En general

FACTOR CERVICAL

 Tratamiento factor cervical

 Moco cervical y antiestrógenos

 Detección moco en infertilidad

DISFUNCION  OVULACION

HIPERANDROGENISMO

TIROIDES

OVARIO POLIQUISTICO

INSUFICIENCIA FASE LUTEA

Generalidades

Infertilidad inexplicada y fase lutea

Evaluación fase lutea

 En general

 Medición Progesterona

 Biopsia Endometrio

 Ultrasonido

 Temperatura basal

Tratamiento insuficiencia fase lútea

 Comparación  tratamientos

 En fase lutea

 En fase folicular y fase lutea

 En fase folicular

 Otros tratamientos

ENDOMETRIOSIS

Varios

 Endometriosis y disfunción uterina

 Endometriosis y disfunción ovulatoria

 Endometriosis y disfunción lútea

 Endometriosis y aborto espontáneo

FACTOR MASCULINO

ALGUNOS CONCEPTOS SOBRE CONTRACEPTIVOS HORMONALES

ALGUNOS CONCEPTOS SOBRE BARRERAS

ALGUNOS CONCEPTOS SOBRE FIV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

METODOS NATURALES DE REGULACION FAMILIAR

Básicos

Germano E, Jennings V.

New approaches to fertility awareness-based methods: incorporating the Standard Days and TwoDay Methods into practice.

J Midwifery Womens Health. 2006 Nov-Dec;51(6):471-7. Review.

PMID: 17081938

 

Frank-Hermann, P., Gnoth, C., Baure, S., Strowitski, T., & Freundl, G.

Determination of the fertile window: reproductive competence of women - European cycle databases. Gynecology Endocrinology, 2005; 20: 305-312.

Fehring R J, Comment Large European Data Base Indicates STM Effective Method of Family Planning. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Bigelow JL, Dunson DB, Stanford JB, Ecochard R, Gnoth C, Colombo B.

Mucus observations in the fertile window: a better predictor of conception than timing of intercourse.

Hum Reprod. 2004 Apr;19(4):889-92. Epub 2004 Feb 27. Free full text

PMID: 14990542

Fehring RJ, Comment Mucus Observations Are Useful for Predicting Days of High Probability for Conception CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

Fehring RJ, Review MAJORITY OF COUPLES EXPERIENCE IMPROVED RELATIONSHIPS WITH USE OF NFP CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Baerwald, A.R., Adams, G.P., & Pierson, R.A. A new model for ovarian follicular development

during the human menstrual cycle. Fertility and Sterility. 2003;80:116-122. Fehring R J, Coment WAVES OF FOLLICULAR DEVELOPMENT FOUND IN HUMAN MENSTRUAL CYCLES CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Mikolajczyk, R.T., Stanford, J.B., & Rauchfuss, M. Factors influencing the choice to use modern

natural family planning.

Contraception. 2003;67:253-258.

Fehring RJ, Comment RELIGIOSITY AND DESIRE FOR FUTURE PREGNANCY STIMULATES CHOICE FOR NFP CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Stanford JB, Smith KR, Dunson DB.

Vulvar mucus observations and the probability of pregnancy.

Obstet Gynecol. 2003 Jun;101(6):1285-93.

PMID: 12798538

Fehring RJ, Comment STUDY SUGGESTS THAT PEAK MUCUS DAY HAS HIGHEST PROBABILITY FOR CONCEPTION CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Fehring R J,  Review Accuracy of Biological Markers of Fertility  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J, Review Effectiveness of NFP Methods  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J,  Review Day Specific Probabilities of Fecundity  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J, Review  Breastfeeding  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J,  Review  Psychological Aspects of Practicing NFP  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J, Review   Lifestyle Factors and Fertility Health  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J, Review    Miscellaneous Studies on NFP  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Fehring R J, Review  Accuracy of Cervical Mucus as a Biological Marker for the Beginning of the Fertile Phase of the Menstrual Cycle Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Arevalo, M., Jennings, V., and Sinai, I. Efficacy of a new method of family planning: the Standard Day Method. Contraception. 65 (2002): 333-338. Fehring R J, Coment & review  Standard Day Method Found to be Effective NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

Fehring, R. Accuracy of the peak day of cervical mucus as a biological marker of fertility.

Contraception. 2002;66:231-5.

 

Gnoth, C., Godehardt, D., Godehardt, E., et al. Time to pregnancy: results of the German

prospective study and impact on the management of infertility. Human Reproduction.

2003;18:1959-1966.

 

Alliende ME.

Mean versus individual hormonal profiles in the menstrual cycle.

Fertil Steril. 2002 Jul;78(1):90-5.

PMID: 12095496 

Fehring RJ, Comment  Researchers Find Hormonal Variability Among Normal Menstrual Cycles Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

Fehring RJ, Comment  Researchers Find Hormonal Variability Among Normal Menstrual Cycles Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

Gnoth, C., Frank-Hermann, P., & Schmoll, A., et al. Cycle characteristics after discontinuation

of oral contraceptives. Gynecological Endocrinology. 2002;16:307-317.

Fehring RJ, Comment MENSTRUAL CYCLE DISTURBANCES OBSERVED FOR UP TO NINE MONTHS FOLLOWING DISCONTINUATION OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE  CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Ecochard, R. Boehringer, H., Rabilloud, M., & Marret, H.

Chronological aspects of ultrasonic, hormonal, and other indirect indices of ovulation.

 British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 108 (2001): 822-829.

Fehring RJ. Comment. Self-detected Cervical Mucus Peak Symptom Determined to be Accurate and Practical Means of Ovulation Detection NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

Dunson, D.B., Sinai, I., & Colombo, B. The relationship between cervical secretions and the daily probabilities of pregnancy: effectiveness of the TwoDay Algorithm. Human Reproduction. 16(2001):2278-2282.

Fehring R J, Review ANALYSIS: Being A Good Consumer of NFP Research CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2001

Fehring R J, Review Understanding Scientific Research – Definitions CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2001

 

Fehring R J, Comment  & review 100% Efficacy Reported In Multi-site International Study of LAM CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2001

Fehring R J, Review. Analysis: Predicting the Fertile Window Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Fehring R J, Review SPERM SURVIVAL! Sperm Survival! CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000

Stanford, J.B., & Smith, K.R. Characteristics of Women Associated With Continuing Instruction in the Creighton Model Fertility Care System. Contraception 61 (February, 2000): 121-129. Fehring R J, Comment Characteristics of CrM Fertility Care System Users Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000

Arevalo, M., Sinai, I., & Jennings, V. A Fixed Formula to Define the Fertile Window of the Menstrual Cycle as the Basis of a Simple Method of Natural Family Planning. Contraception 60 (1999): 357-360.  Fehring R J, Comment & review. STANDARD DAY METHOD OF NFP: RHYTHM REVISITED OR NEW INNOVATION? NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000.

Dunson, D.B., Baird, D.D., & Wilcox, A.J., et al. Day-specific probabilities of clinical pregnancy based on two studies with imperfect measures of ovulation. Human Reproduction 14 (July, 1999):1835-1839. Fehring RJ, Comment& review. PEAK OF FERTILITY DETERMINED TO BE THE DAY BEFORE OVULATION: Assessment of Cervical Mucus Recommended For Couples Who Want Either To Avoid or Facilitate Conception Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Freundl, G. (The European Natural Family Planning Study Groups). European multi-center study of natural family planning (1989-1995): efficacy and drop-out. Advances in Contraception. 15 (1999):69-83. Fehring R J, Comment EUROPEAN STUDY FINDS SYMPTO-THERMAL DOUBLE CHECK METHOD TO BE VERY EFFECTIVE NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000.

Guida, M., Tommaselli, G., & Palumba, S., et al. Efficacy of Methods for Determining Ovulation In a Natural Family Planning Program. Fertility and Sterility 72 (November, 1999): 900-904.MEASURING Fehring R J, Comment & review. URINARY LH FOUND TO BE THE MOST ACCURATE METHOD OF SELF-DETECTING OVULATION NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000

Kambic RT, Review. The Effectiveness of Natural Family Planning Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Stanford, J.B., Thurman, P.B., & Lemaire, J.C. Physicians' knowledge and practices regarding natural family planning. Obstetrics & Gynecology 94 (November, 1999):672-678. Fehring R J, Comment& review. United States Physicians Underestimate Effectiveness of Natural Family Planning Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Bonnar, J., Flynn, A., & Freundl, G., et al. Personal hormone monitoring for contraception. The British Journal of Family Planning. 24 (1999):128-134. Fehring RJ, Comment Effectiveness of Personal Hormone Monitoring in Determining the Fertile Period? Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

Fehring RJ, Comment Researchers Discourage Use of Salivary Ferning Test For Predicting Fertility Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

Fehring RJ, Review Review and Analysis of the Peak Day Under the Microscope Review and Analysis of the "Peak Day"  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

Fehring RJ Review Accuracy of Miniature Microscope Fertility Monitors In Question Under the Microscope  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1999

Hilgers, T. & Stanford, J. Creighton model naproeducation technology for avoiding pregnancy - use effectiveness. The Journal of Reproductive Medicine 43 ( 1998): 495-502.  Fehring RJ, Comment. Five center study reveals high effectiveness of Creighton Model System for avoiding pregnancy. Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1999

World Health Organization Task Force. The World Health Organization multinational study of breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhea. III. Pregnancy during breast-feeding. Fertility and Sterility 72 (September, 1999): 431-39. Fehring RJ, Comment.  World Health Organization Study Confirms Bellagio Consensus Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Bitto, A., Gray, R.H., & Simpson, J.L. et al. Adverse Outcomes of Planned and Unplanned Pregnancies among Users of Natural Family Planning: A Prospective Study. American Journal of Public Health 87 (March, 1997):338-343. Fehring RJ, Comment. No increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes was observed Among women who experienced an unplanned pregnancy while using natural family planning. Reviews & Analysis CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Flynn, A.M., Collins, W.P., & Royston, P., et al., Volumetric self-sampling of cervicovaginal fluid to determine potential fertility: a multicentre pre-effectiveness study of the Rovumeter. Human Reproduction. 12 (August, 1997):1826-1831. Fehring RJ Comment & review. RovumeterTM Not Accurate in Defining Fertile Period  Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Hilgers, T.W., Daly, K.D., Prebil, A.M. and Hilgers, S.K.

Cumulative pregnancy rates in patients with apparently normal fertility and fertility-focused intercourse. Journal of Reproductive Medicine. 1992:37:864-866.

Fehring R J, Coment &review CLOSE TO 90% OF FERTILE COUPLES ACHIEVE PREGNANCY WITHIN 6 MONTHS USING STM AND FERTILITY FOCUSED INTERCOURSE CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Flynn AM.

Natural family planning and the new technologies.

Suppl Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1989;1:123-7. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 2679668

 

Labbok MH, Queenan JT.

The use of periodic abstinence for family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 1989 Jun;32(2):387-402. Review.

PMID: 2663279

 

Albertson BD, Zinaman MJ.

The prediction of ovulation and monitoring of the fertile period.

Adv Contracept. 1987 Dec;3(4):263-90. Review.

PMID: 3328481

Moghissi, K.S. Cervical mucus changes and ovulation prediction and detection. Journal of Reproductive Medicine. 31 (1986):748-53.

Tommaselli, GA, Guida, M., Palomba, S et al., The importance of user compliance on the effectiveness of natural family planning programs. Gynecological Endocrinology. 14 (2000):81-89.

The European Natural Family Planning Study Groups. European Multicenter Study of Natural Family Planning (1989-1995): Efficacy and Drop-out. Advances in Contraception. 15(1999):69-83.

Frank-Herrmann, P., Freundl, G., Gnoth, C., Godehardt, E., Kunert, J., Baur, S., & Sottong, U. Natural family planing with and without barrier method use in the fertile phase: efficacy in relation to sexual behavior: a German prospective long-term study. Advances in Contraception 13:2/3 (1997): 179-189.

Martinez, A.R. Prediction and detection of the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle: an overview. Advances in Contraception. 13 (1997):131-138.

Bonnar, J., Flynn, A., & Freundl, G., et al. Personal hormone monitoring for contraception. The British Journal of Family Planning. 24 (1999):128-134. (Effectiveness of Personal Hormone Monitoring in Determining the Fertile Period?)

 

World Health Organization Task Force on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility. (1999). The World Health Organization multinational study of breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhea. III. Pregnancy during breastfeeding. Fertility and Sterility, 72, 431-440.

World Health Organization Task Force on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility. (1999). The World Health Organization multinational study of breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhea. IV. Postpartum bleeding and lochia in breast-feeding women. Fertility and Sterility, 72, 441-447.

Hilgers, T. & Stanford, J. Creighton model naproeducation technology for avoiding pregnancy - use effectiveness. The Journal of Reproductive Medicine 43 ( 1998): 495-502. (Five center study reveals high effectiveness of Creighton Model System for avoiding pregnancy.)

World Health Organization Task Force on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility. (1998). The World Health Organization multinational study of breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhea. I. Description of infant feeding patterns and the return of menses. Fertility and Sterility, 70, 448-60.

World Health Organization Task Force on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility. (1998). The World Health Organization multinational study of breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhea. II. Factors associated with the length of amenorrhea. Fertility and Sterility, 70, 461-471.

Blackwell, L.F., Brown, J.B., & Cooke, D. (1998). Definition of the potentially fertile period from urinary steroid excretion rates. Part II. A threshold value for pregnanediol glucuronide as a marker for the end of the potentially fertile period in the human menstrual cycle. Steroids, 63, 5-13.

Piccinino, L.J. & Mosher, W.D. Trends in Contraceptive Use In the United States: 1982-1995. Family Planning Perspectives 30 (January/February 1998): 4-10 & 46. (Trends in periodic abstinence use in the United States: 1982-1995)

Frank-Herrmann, P., Freundl, G., Gnoth, C., Godehardt, E., Kunert, J., Baur, S., & Sottong, U. (1997). Natural family planning with and without barrier method use in the fertile phase: Efficacy in relation to sexual behavior: A German prospective long-term study. Advances in Contraception, 13(2/3), 179-189

Lamprecht, V., & Trussell, J. (1997). Natural family planning effectiveness: Evaluating published reports. Advances in Contraception, 13(2/3), 155-165.

Kennedy, K.I., Labbok, M.H., Van Look, P.F.A. (1996). Consensus statement- lactational amenorrhea method for family planning. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 54, 55-57.

Gray, R.H., Kambic, R.T., Lanctot, C.A., Martin, M.C., Wesley, R., & Cremins, R. (1993). Evaluation of natural family planning programmes in Liberia and Zambia. Journal of Biosocial Science, 25.

Brown, J.B., Holmes, J., & Barker, G. Use of the home ovarian monitor in pregnancy avoidance. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 165 (1991):2008-11.

Hilgers, T.W., Abraham, G. & Prebil, A.M. (In Press). The Length of the Luteal Phase. Fertility and Sterility.

Trussell, J. & Grummer-Strawn, L. Further analysis of contraceptive failure of the ovulation method. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology 165 (1991): 2054-2059.

Fehring, R. Methods Used To Predict Ovulation. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecological, and Neonatal Nursing. 19 (May/June, 1990):233-37.

Queenan, J.T., Jennings, V.H., Spieler, J.M., & van Hertzen, H. (Eds.). (1991/December). Natural family planning: Current knowledge and new strategies for the 1990s. Proceedings of a Conference. Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. December 10-14,1990. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 165(6) [supplement] part 2.

Trussell, J. & Grummer-Strawn, L. Contraceptive Failure of the Ovulation Method of Periodic Abstinence. Family Planning Perspectives 16 (1990): 5-16.

Van Look, P.F.A., & Mancuso, S. (Guest Eds.). (1989). Natural fertility regulation today. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics [supplement 1]. Chicago.

Gross BA.

Clinical indicators of the fertile period.

Suppl Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1989;1:45-51. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 2679674

 

Labbok MH, Queenan JT.

The use of periodic abstinence for family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 1989 Jun;32(2):387-402. Review.

PMID: 2663279

 

Gross BA.

Natural family planning indicators of ovulation.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1987 Jun;5(3):91-117. Review.

PMID: 3322540

 

World Health Organization Task Force.

A prospective study multicenter trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. Psychosocial aspects.

Fertility and Sterility, 1987;47:765-772.

 

Gross BA.

Natural family planning indicators of ovulation.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1987 Jun;5(3):91-117. Review.

PMID: 3322540

 

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A prospective multicenter trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. V. Psychosexual aspects. World Health Organization.

Fertil Steril. 1987 May;47(5):765-72.

PMID: 3552752

 

Flynn AM.

Natural methods of family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 1984 Dec;11(3):661-78.

PMID: 6509855

 

Moghissi, K.S.

Cervical Mucus Changes and Ovulation Prediction and Detection.

The Journal of Reproductive Medicine. 31 (Supplement, August, 1986):748-53.

 

[No authors listed]

A prospective multicentre study of the ovulation method of natural family planning. IV. The outcome of pregnancy. World Health Organization.

Fertil Steril. 1984 Apr;41(4):593-8.

PMID: 6705935

World Health Organization.

A prospective multi-centre trial of the Ovulation Method of natural family planning. III. Characteristics of the menstrual cycle and of the fertile phase.

Fertility and Sterility. 40 (1983):773-778.

World Health Organization. Temporal relationships between indices of the fertile period. Fertility and Sterility. 39 (1983):647-655.

Hilgers, T.W., Prebil, A.M., Daly, K.D. & Hilgers, S.K. (1982). The Picture Dictionary of the Ovulation Method and Other Assorted Teaching Aids. Omaha, NE: Creighton University Natural Family Planning Education and Research Center.

Klaus H.

Natural family planning: a review.

Obstet Gynecol Surv. 1982 Feb;37(2):128-50. Review.

PMID: 7033851

Cortisi, S., et al. Correlation of Plasma Gonadotrophins and Ovarian Steroids Pattern With Symptomatic Changes In Cervical Mucus During The Menstrual Cycle In Normal Cycling Women. Contraception, 23 (June, 1981):629-41.

France JT.

Overview of the biological aspects of the fertile period.

Int J Fertil. 1981;26(3):143-52.

PMID: 6118334

 

Hilgers TW, Bailey AJ, Prebil AM.

Natural family planning IV. The identification of postovulatory infertility.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Sep;58(3):345-50.

PMID: 7266954

 

Hilgers TW, Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers SK.

Natural family planning III. Intermenstrual symptoms and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Aug;58(2):152-5.

PMID: 7254726

 

Parenteau-Carreau S.

The sympto-thermal methods.

Int J Fertil. 1981;26(3):170-81. No abstract available.

PMID: 6118337

 

Rice, F.J., Lanctot, C.A., & Garcia-Devesa, C.

The Effectiveness of the Sympto-Thermal Method of Natural Family Planning: An International Study.

International Journal of Fertility 26 (1981): 222-230.

 

[No authors listed] World Health Organization

A prospective multicentre trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. I. The teaching phase.

Fertil Steril. 1981 Aug;36(2):152-8.  PMID: 7021189  link ref#55

 

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A prospective multicentre trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. II. The effectiveness phase.

Fertil Steril. 1981 Nov;36(5):591-8.

PMID: 7308503

Fehring R J, Coment High unintended pregnancy rate of 23% per annum based on the re-analysis of the five country World Health Organization WHO study of the OM. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Hilgers TW, Bailey AJ.

Natural family planning. II. Basal body temperature and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1980 Mar;55(3):333-9.

PMID: 7360431

 

Hilgers TW, Prebil AM.

The ovulation method--vulvar observations as an index of fertility/infertility.

Obstet Gynecol. 1979 Jan;53(1):12-22. No abstract available.

PMID: 760010

 

Lanctot CA.

Natural family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 1979 Apr;6(1):109-27. Review.

 

Hilgers TW, Abraham GE, Cavanagh D.

Natural family planning. I. The peak symptom and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1978 Nov;52(5):575-82.

PMID: 724176

 

Flynn AM, Lynch SS.

Cervical mucus and identification of the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1976 Aug;83(8):656-9.

PMID: 952797

Billings, E.L., Billings, J.J., & Brown, J. B., et al. Symptom and Hormonal Changes Accompanying Ovulation. The Lancet. 1 (February 5,1972):282-84.

Métodos Naturales en General

 

Zinaman MJ.

Using cervical mucus and other easily observed biomarkers to identify ovulation in prospective pregnancy trials.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:26-9.

PMID: 17061970

 

Fehring RJ.

New low- and high-tech calendar methods of family planning.

J Midwifery Womens Health. 2005 Jan-Feb;50(1):31-8. Review.

PMID: 15637512

New Low- and High- tech Calendar Methods of Family Planning, Journal of Midwifery & Women’s Health

 

Grimes DA, Gallo MF, Grigorieva V, Nanda K, Schulz KF.

Fertility awareness-based methods for contraception: systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Contraception. 2005 Aug;72(2):85-90. Review.

PMID: 16022845

Coment: Fehring R, Unintended Pregnancies Common with Fertility Awareness Based Methods of Family Planning

 

Grimes DA, Gallo MF, Grigorieva V, Nanda K, Schulz KF.

Fertility awareness-based methods for contraception.

Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004 Oct 18;(4):CD004860. Review.

PMID: 15495128

 

Al-Ateeg FA.

Natural family planning revisited.

Saudi Med J. 2004 Mar;25(3):285-93. Review.

PMID: 15048163

 

Barron ML.

Proactive management of menstrual cycle abnormalities in young women.

J Perinat Neonatal Nurs. 2004 Apr-Jun;18(2):81-92. Review.

PMID: 15214247

 

Fehring RJ.

The future of professional education in natural family planning.

J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2004 Jan-Feb;33(1):34-43. Review.

PMID: 14971551

 

Gnoth C, Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G.

Opinion: natural family planning and the management of infertility.

Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2002 Dec;267(2):67-71. Review.

PMID: 12439549

 

Stanford JB, White GL, Hatasaka H.

Timing intercourse to achieve pregnancy: current evidence.

Obstet Gynecol. 2002 Dec;100(6):1333-41. Review.

PMID: 12468181

 

Gnoth C.

Approaches to natural family planning.

Fertil Steril. 2000 Dec;74(6):1262-3. No abstract available.

PMID: 11188022

 

MacQueen H.

Recent advances in natural family planning.

Prof Care Mother Child. 2000;10(3):62-4. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 11216266

 

Tommaselli GA, Guida M, Palomba S, Pellicano M, Nappi C.

The importance of user compliance on the effectiveness of natural family planning programs.

Gynecol Endocrinol. 2000 Apr;14(2):81-9. Review.

PMID: 10836194

 

Gnoth C, Bremme M, Klemm R, Frank-Herrmann P, Godehardt E, Freundl G.

Research and quality control in natural family planning with relational database systems.

 Adv Contracept. 1999;15(4):375-80.

 PMID: 11145378

Blake D, Smith D, Bargiacchi A, France M, & Gudex G. Fertility awareness in women attending a fertility clinic. Australian/New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology,1997;37:350-352.

Cachan J, Marshall M.

Implementing reproductive health awareness: progress to date.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):363-71. Review.

PMID: 9288358

 

Diaz M.

Gender, sexuality and communication issues that constitute barriers to the use of natural family planning and other fertility awareness-based methods.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):303-9. Review.

PMID: 9288349

 

Fonte DR.

Working together. The basics of natural family planning.

Adv Nurse Pract. 1997 Mar;5(3):36-8, 41-2. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 9459880

 

France M.

The benefits and barriers associated with a national natural family planning service: the New Zealand experience.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):295-302. Review.

PMID: 9288348

 

Guida M, Tommaselli GA, Pellicano M, Palomba S, Nappi C.

An overview on the effectiveness of natural family planning.

Gynecol Endocrinol. 1997 Jun;11(3):203-19. Review.

PMID: 9209901

 

Infantado RB.

Main-streaming NFP into the Department of Health of the Philippines: opportunities and challenges.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):249-54. Review.

PMID: 9288342

Kmietowicz, Z. (1997). Deciding on a method of natural family planning. Nurse Prescriber, 2(11), 30-31.

 

Lamprecht V, Trussell J.

Natural family planning effectiveness: evaluating published reports.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):155-65. Review.

PMID: 9288333

Marshall M, Jennings V, Cachan J.

Reproductive health awareness: an integrated approach to obtaining a high quality of health.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):313-8. Review.

PMID: 9288350

 

Pyper CM.

Fertility awareness and natural family planning.

Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 1997 Jun;2(2):131-46. Review.

PMID: 9678103

 

Seidman M.

Requirements for NFP service delivery: an overview.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):241-7. Review.

PMID: 9288341

 

Schubert J, Pillai G, Thorndahl R.

Breaking the mold: expanding options for reproductive health awareness: the CARE experience.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):355-61. Review.

PMID: 9288357

 

Trent, A.J., & Clark, K. (1997). What nurses should know about natural family planning. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing, 26(6), 643-648.

Gupta, T.K. (1996). Natural family planning—better prospect of contraception. Natural Family Planning, 50(3), 72-76.

Winfield, J. (1996). Natural family planning. Practice Nurse, 12(4), 255-258.

 

 Freundl G.

 [Natural family planning]

Arch Gynecol Obstet. 1995;257(1-4):525-32. Review. German. No abstract available.

PMID: 8579436

 

Geerling JH.

Natural family planning.

Am Fam Physician. 1995 Nov 1;52(6):1749-56, 1759-60. Review.

PMID: 7484685

 

Kennedy, W. (1995). Natural family planning. The Professional Medical Assistant, 28(1), 13- 14.

Norman, C. (1995). Does nature know best? Background and mechanisms of natural family planning. Midwives, 85-88.

 

Ryder B, Campbell H.

Natural family planning in the 1990s.

Lancet. 1995 Jul 22;346(8969):233-4. Review.

PMID: 7503859

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning. Natural methods have cross cultural appeal.

BMJ. 1993 Nov 20;307(6915):1357. No abstract available.

PMID: 8257902 Free full text

 

Howie PW.

Natural regulation of fertility.

Br Med Bull. 1993 Jan;49(1):182-99. Review.

PMID: 8324608

 

Hume K.

Natural family planning. The tide is turning in favour.

BMJ. 1993 Nov 20;307(6915):1358. No abstract available. Free full text.

PMID: 8257906

 

Ryder RE.

"Natural family planning": effective birth control supported by the Catholic Church.

BMJ. 1993 Sep 18;307(6906):723-6. Free full text.

PMID: 8401097

 

Davis MS.

Natural family planning.

NAACOGS Clin Issu Perinat Womens Health Nurs. 1992;3(2):280-90.

PMID: 1596436

 

Flynn AM.

Natural family planning in developing countries.

Lancet. 1992 Aug 1;340(8814):309. No abstract available.

PMID: 1353222

 

Jennings, V. (1992). Major research issues in natural family planning. Advances in Contraception, 8, 185.

Bruni V, Perini R, Cirri R, Degl'Innocenti E, Michelozzi C, Verni A.

Natural contraceptive methods.

Acta Eur Fertil. 1991 Jan-Feb;22(1):47-50. Review.

PMID: 1746208

Cattanach, J.F. (1991). A diaphragm tampon applied to an ovulation method in a birth control system. Contraception, 44, 607-621

 

Collins WP.

The evolution of reference methods to monitor ovulation.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):1994-6. Review.

PMID: 1755456

 

 

Mosher, W.D. (1991). Contraceptive practice in the United States, 1982-1988 [published erratum appears in Family Planning Perspectives, 1991 May-June; 23(3), 107]. Family Planning Perspectives, 22, 198-205.

 

de Irala J, Gómez Gracia E, Fernández-Crehuet J.

 [The efficiency of natural fertility control: new perspectives]

Aten Primaria. 1991 Sep;8(8):594-6, 598. Review. Spanish. No abstract available.

PMID: 16986242

 

Hume K.

Fertility awareness in the 1990s--the Billings Ovulation Method of natural family planning, its scientific basis, practical application and effectiveness.

Adv Contracept. 1991 Jun-Sep;7(2-3):301-11. Review.

PMID: 1950726

 

Queenan JT, Moghissi KS.

Natural family planning: looking ahead.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):1979-80.

PMID: 1755451

 

Royston P.

Identifying the fertile phase of the human menstrual cycle.

Stat Med. 1991 Feb;10(2):221-40. Review.

PMID: 2052801

 

Singh, K., & Ratnam, S.S. (1991). New developments in contraceptive technology. Advances in Contraception, 7, 137-157.

 

Stanford, J.B. (1991). Contraception--natural family planning [letter; comment]. Journal of the American Board of Family Practitioners, 4, 277-279.

 

Djerassi, C. (1990). Fertility awareness: Jet-age rhythm method? Science, 248, 1061-1062.

 

Queenan, J.T., Jennings, V.H., Spieler, J.M., Hertzen, H. von. (1991). Meeting on natural family planning: Current knowledge and new strategies for the 1990's. Washington DC, USA December 10-14, 1990. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Part 2, 165(6), 1977-2068.

 

Flynn AM.

Natural family planning and the new technologies.

Suppl Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1989;1:123-7. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 2679668

 

France JT.

The development of fertility assay kits: an overview.

Int J Fertil. 1988;33 Suppl:5-9. Review.

PMID: 2902028

 

Labbok MH, Queenan JT.

The use of periodic abstinence for family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 1989 Jun;32(2):387-402. Review.

PMID: 2663279

Klaus, H. (1989). On natural family planning [letter; comments]. Family Planning Perspectives, 21, 196.

 

Neumann GH.

 [How natural is "natural family planning"? Critical remarks from the biological behavior viewpoint]

Gynakologe. 1989 Feb;22(1):1-6. Review. German.

PMID: 2653974

 

Spieler J, Thomas S.

Demographic aspects of natural family planning.

Suppl Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1989;1:133-44. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 2679669

 

Van Look, P.F.A., & Mancuso, S. (1989). Natural fertility regulation today. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, [supplement 1], 1-167.

 

France JT.

The development of fertility assay kits: an overview.

Int J Fertil. 1988;33 Suppl:5-9. Review.

PMID: 2902028

 

Keatley, V.M. (1988-89). Natural family planning. Family Life Educator, 7(2), 4-8. Gomes, I., & Congdon,

 

Ponzetti, J.J., & Hoefler, S. (1988). Natural family planning: A review and assessment. Family & Community Health, 11(2), 36-48.

 

Brown, J.B., Blackwell, L.F., Billings, J.J., Conway, B., Cox, R.I., Garrett, G., Holmes, J., & Smith, M.A. (1987). Natural family planning. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 157, 1082-1089.

 

Albertson BD, Zinaman MJ.

The prediction of ovulation and monitoring of the fertile period.

Adv Contracept. 1987 Dec;3(4):263-90. Review.

PMID: 3328481

 

Gross BA.

Natural family planning indicators of ovulation.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1987 Jun;5(3):91-117. Review.

PMID: 3322540

Clubb, E. (1986). Natural methods of family planning. Journal of the Royal Society of Health, 106, 121-126.

 

Johnson, J.H., & Reich, J. (1986). The new politics of natural family planning. Family Planning Perspectives, 18, 277-278, 281-282.

 

KAMBIC R.T., LAMPRECHT V. Calendar rhythm efficacy: a review. Presented at the International Congress of the IFFLP, Ottawa Canada 1986. International Journal of Fertility, Supplement. May 1988, 48-51.ref#380

 

Albrecht, B., Fernando, R.S., Regas, J., & Betz, G. (1985). A new method for predicting and confirming ovulation. Fertility and Sterility, 43(8), 200-205.

 

Shivanandan M.

The how and why of natural family planning.

Cathol Update. 1985 Jun;:1-4.

PMID: 12280254

 

Spieler J, Shuler A.

Natural family planning in 1985: a status report.

Popul Today. 1985 May;13(5):3, 9.

PMID: 12280130

 

Bennett, L.A. (1984). More about natural family planning [letter]. Australian Family Physician, 13(6), 396-397.

 

Dunn, H.P. (1984). Few restrictions in natural family planning [letter]. New England Medical Journal, 97(760), 498.

 

Flynn, A.M. (1984). Natural methods of family planning. Clinics in Obstetrics and Gynecology, 11(3), 661-678.

 

Mena P, Alliende ME, Jensen L, Barros ML, Morande V, Castillo L, Mazuelos E.

 [Methodology of teaching natural methods of birth regulation (special reference to the Billings ovulation method]

Rev Chil Obstet Ginecol. 1984;49(3):187-98. Spanish. No abstract available.

PMID: 6533712

 

Schenker, J.G., & Mor-Yosef, S. (1984). Natural family planning. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 5(3).

 

Gallagher J.

More about natural family planning.

Aust Fam Physician. 1983 Nov;12(11):786-92.

PMID: 6667188

 

Graham FM, Gosling L, France JT.

An evaluation of teaching cervical mucus symptoms to ovulating infertile women.

Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol. 1983 Nov;23(4):226-30.

PMID: 6585197

 

 

Klein, T.A. (1983). Rhythm method of contraception. Medical Aspects of Human Sexuality, 16(1), 113, 117.

 

Lolarga E.

A second look at natural family planning.

Initiatives Popul. 1983;7(1):2-12.

PMID: 12265791

 

Matis, N. (1983).

Natural family planning: A birth control alternative.

Journal of Nurse-Midwifery, 38(1), 1.

 

Billings, E. (1982).

A positive solution for achieving and postponing pregnancy.

International Review of Natural Family Planning, 6(4), 313-324.

 

Bourdillon, C. (1982).

Natural family planning.

Central African Journal of Medicine, 28(11), 284-287.

 

Feghali, V., & Hafez, E.S.E. (1982).

Physiological parameters of periodic abstinence.

Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 3(3-4), 24.

 

Klaus H.

Natural family planning: a review.

Obstet Gynecol Surv. 1982 Feb;37(2):128-50. Review.

PMID: 7033851

 

Meier-Vismara E, Meier-Vismara U.

 [Natural family planning: ovulation method after Billings (author's transl)]

Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. 1982 Jan;42(1):66-9. Review. German.

PMID: 7037526

 

Nerbun, B., & Carter, P. (1982). Statement on periodic abstinence for family planning. IPPF Medical Bulletin, 89, 985-988.

Bonnar J. Natural Family Planning including Breast-Feeding Advances in Fertility Research. Edited by Daniel R. Mishell, Jr. New York:Raven Press, 1982:1-18. ref#64

Brennan JJ, Klaus H. Terminology and core curricula in natural family planning. Fertil Steril. 1982 Jul;38(1):117-8. PMID: 7095160

France JT.

Overview of the biological aspects of the fertile period.

Int J Fertil. 1981;26(3):143-52.

PMID: 6118334

 

Klaus, H. (1981). Natural family planning: A review. Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey, 37(2), 128-150.

Jones M.

'Natural' methods of family planning.

Fertil Contracept. 1978 Oct;2(4):55-8.

PMID: 12260793

 

Klaus H.

Fertility awareness as a method of conception control.

Nurs Times. 1978 Jan 12;74(2):63-4.

PMID: 622329

Britt, S.S. (1977). Fertility awareness: Four methods of natural family planning. JOGN Nursing, 6(2), 9-18.

Kambic, R. (1977). Natural family planning [letter]. Postgraduate Medicine, 62(3), 62.

Norris, C.W. (1977). Natural family planning. Nursing Mirror, 145(17), 29-30.

Sans, L.J. (1977). Ovulation symptoms and ovarian function in blind women. Fertility and Sterility, 28(3), 277-278.

Flynn, A.M., & Kelly, J. (1976). Natural methods of family planning [letter]. Lancet, 2(7982), 418.

Letter. [Anonymous]. (1976/September). Natural family planning. Lancet, 2(7985), 579.

Marshall, J. (1976 a/August). Cervical-mucus and basal body-temperature method of regulation births. Lancet, 6, 282 ff.

Marshall, J. (1976 b). Natural family planning [letter]. Lancet, 2(7994), 1086.

Marshall, J. (1976 c). Natural family planning [letter]. Lancet, 2(7987), 685.

Shivanandan M. Natural family planning: folly or fulfillment?Marriage Fam Living. 1976 Oct;58(10):2-5. PMID: 12339514

 

Shivanandan M.

Natural family planning: can it work?

Marriage Fam Living. 1976 Nov;58(11):9-11.

PMID: 12266169

 

Moore WM.

Family planning by periodic abstinence.

Practitioner. 1975 Jan;214(1279):99-104. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 1096116

 

Gibbons, C. (1980). Natural family planning. Nursing Times, 76(33), 1454-1456.

 

Medina, J.E., Cifuentes, A., Abernathy, J.R., Spieler, J.M., & Wade, M.E. Comparative evaluation

of two methods of natural family planning in Columbia. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1980;138:1142-7.

 

Moghissi KS.

Prediction and detection of ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1980 Aug;34(2):89-98. Review.

PMID: 6773821

 

Nowland D.

Natural family planning.

Plan Parent Eur. 1980 Apr;:4-5.

PMID: 12263405

Royston, J.P., & Abrams, R.M. (1980). An objective method for detecting the shift in basal body temperature in women. Biometrics, 36(2), 217-224.

 

Lanctot CA.

Natural family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 1979 Apr;6(1):109-27. Review.

PMID: 383345

 

Billings, J.J. (1978). Natural family planning [letter]. Medical Journal of Australia, 2(9), 436.

Billings, J.J. (1978). Natural family planning [editorial]. Papua New Guinea Medical Journal, 21(4), 286-287.

Deibel, P. (1978). Natural family planning: Different methods. MCN: American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing, 3(3), 171-177.

Otras Publicaciones:

J J Billings The Gift of Life and Love (5th printing, revised and updated)

Hilgers TW, The Medical and Surgical Practice of NaProTECHNOLOGY. Pope Paul VI Press, Omaha, Nebraska, 2004. Hardcover, 1244 páginas,  ISBN 0-9744147-0-0. Textbook on NaProTECHNOLOGY

Billings EL, Westmore A. The Billings Method 4rth edition 2003,  http://www.womb.org/bom/lit/book.html

Weschler, T. (2002). Taking charge of your fertility. New York, NY: Harpers Collins. p.91-92.

Colombo, B. (1999). An update on methods of fertility control with particular referenceto natural regulation. In Human Fertility Regulation Demographic and Statistical Aspects. Girotto, S. & Bressan, F. Eds. Verona, Italy: Edizioni Libreria Cortina Verona.

Kippley, S. (1999). Breastfeeding and Natural Child Spacing. Fourth edition. Cincinnati, Ohio: The Couple to Couple League.

Kambic, Robert T. (1999). The Effectiveness of Natural Family Planning Methods for Birth Spacing: A Comprehensive Review. In Human Fertility Regulation Demographic and Statistical Aspects. Girotto, S. & Bressan, F. Eds. Verona, Italy: Edizioni Libreria Cortina Verona.

Nofziger, M. (1998). Signs of Fertility, the Personal Science of Natural Birth Control. Deatsville, Alabama: MND Publishing.

Billings, E.L & Billings, J.J. (1997). Teaching the Billings Ovulation method. Variations of the Cycle and Reproductive Health. Melbourne, Australia: Ovulation Method Research & Reference Centre of Australia.

Billings, E. & Westmore, A. (1997). The Billings Method. Melbourne Australia: Anne O'Donovan Pty Ltd. ,
The Billings Method

Club, E. & Knight, J., (1997). Fertility. A Comprehensive Guide to Natural Family Planning. Trowbridge, England: Redwood Books.
Hilgers, T.W. (1996). The Creighton Model NaProEducation System. Omaha, NE: Pope Paul VI Institute Press.


Billings, E.L. & Westmore, A. (1995). The Billings Ovulation Method. Melbourne, Australia: The Ovulation Method Research & Reference Centre of Australia.

Hilgers, T.W. (1995). The Scientific Foundations of the Ovulation Method. Omaha, Nebraska: Pope Paul VI Institute Press.

Klaus, H. (1995). Natural Family Planning: A Review. Bethesda, Maryland: Natural Family Planning Center of Washington, D.C.

Huneger, R.J. & Fuller, R. (1997). A Couple's Guide to Fertility. Portland, Oregon: Northwest Family Services.

Kippley, J. (1996). The Art of Natural Family Planning. Cincinnati, Ohio: The Couple to Couple League, International.

Klaus, H. (1995). Natural Family Planning: A Review. Bethesda, Maryland: Natural Family Planning Center of Washington, D.C.

Weschler, T. (1995). Taking Charge of Your Fertility. New York, NY: Harpers Collins.

Wilson, M. A. (1996). Love & Family, Raising a Traditional Family in a Secular World. San Francisco, California: Ignatius Press.

Wilson, M.A. (1998). Love & Fertility. Dunkirk, MD: Family of the Americas Foundation.

 

Hilgers TW, The Medical Applications of Natural Family Planning Omaha, 1991.  Nebraska: Pope Paul VI Institute Press.

Jensen, L. Sexualidad y Transmisión de la vida. Los Métodos naturales. 1991. Santiago de Chile. Editorial Patris.

Método de la Ovulación de Billings

Attar E, Gokdemirel S, Serdaroglu H, Coskun A.

Natural contraception using the Billings ovulation method.

Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 2002 Jun;7(2):96-9.

PMID: 12201328

 

Jin B, Jiang G, Pan Z, Yan J, Peng S, Lu R.

The application of Billings for fertility regulation method during the period of breastfeeding.

Reprod Contracept. 1999;10(3):163-9.

PMID: 12349463

 

Walsh M, Tonti-Filippini N.

The billings ovulation method. What are the benefits?

Aust Fam Physician. 1998 Dec;27(12):1082-3.

PMID: 9919726

Billings, E.L. & Westmore, A. (1995). The Billings Ovulation Method. Melbourne, Australia: The Ovulation Method Research & Reference Centre of Australia.

Hilgers, T.W. (1995). The Scientific Foundations of the Ovulation Method. Omaha, Nebraska: Pope Paul VI Institute Press.

Hume K.

Natural family planning. The tide is turning in favour.

BMJ. 1993 Nov 20;307(6915):1358. No abstract available. Free full text.

PMID: 8257906

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning. Natural methods have cross cultural appeal.

BMJ. 1993 Nov 20;307(6915):1357. No abstract available.

PMID: 8257902 Free full text

 

Billings EL.

The simplicity of the Ovulation Method and its application in various circumstances.

Acta Eur Fertil. 1991 Jan-Feb;22(1):33-6.

PMID: 1746205

 

Billings JJ.

The validation of the Billings ovulation method by laboratory research and field trials.

Acta Eur Fertil. 1991 Jan-Feb;22(1):9-15.

PMID: 1746210

 

Hume K.

Fertility awareness in the 1990s--the Billings Ovulation Method of natural family planning, its scientific basi, practical application and effectiveness.

Adv Contracept. 1991 Jun-Sep;7(2-3):301-11. Review.

PMID: 1950726

 

Billings JJ, Billings E.

The Billings Ovulation Method. An update.

Aust Fam Physician. 1988 Oct;17(10):843-6. No abstract available. Erratum in: Aust Fam Physician 1988 Dec;17(12):following 1028.

PMID: 3245864

 

Brown JB, Blackwell LF, Billings JJ, Conway B, Cox RI, Garrett G, Holmes J, Smith MA.

Natural family planning.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1987 Oct;157(4 Pt 2):1082-9.

PMID: 3314524

 

No authors listed]

A prospective multicenter trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. V. Psychosexual aspects. World Health Organization.

Fertil Steril. 1987 May;47(5):765-72.

PMID: 3552752

 

McLean, P.A., & Hilgers, T.W. (1985). Ovulation method charting in patients taking Danazol. International Journal of Fertility, 30(3), 18-30.

 

Betts K.

The Billings method of family planning: an assessment.

Stud Fam Plann. 1984 Nov-Dec;15(6 Pt 1):253-66.

PMID: 6515667

 

Billings JJ.

 [Cervical mucus as a biological sign of fertility and infertility]

Contracept Fertil Sex (Paris). 1984 Feb;12(2):379-80. French.

PMID: 12265827

 

Billings EL.

Latest developments in contraception.

Med J Aust. 1984 Mar 17;140(6):381-2. No abstract available.

PMID: 6700496

 

[No authors listed]

A prospective multicentre study of the ovulation method of natural family planning. IV. The outcome of pregnancy. World Health Organization.

Fertil Steril. 1984 Apr;41(4):593-8.

PMID: 6705935

 

Billings, J.J. (1983). The ovulation method. Melbourne: Advocate Press.

 

Habashy, S., & Taylor, R.S. (1983). The ovulation method of natural family planning. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 4(4).

 

Hilgers, T.W. (1983). Continuous mucus in the use of the ovulation method. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 7(4), 326-341.

 

Pérez A.

[The ovulation method (Billings)]

Rev Chil Obstet Ginecol. 1983;48(2):88-96. Spanish. No abstract available.

PMID: 6681196

 

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning methods.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1982 May 1;143(1):114-5.

PMID: 7081306

 

Nerbun, B., & Carter, P. (1982). The scientific basis of the ovulation method of natural family planning. Bulletin of the South Carolina Academy of Science, 44, 77.

No authors listed] Trials of the ovulation method of natural family planning. Res Reprod. 1982 Jul;14(3):1. PMID: 12279312

Billings JJ.

Ovulation method of contraception.

Med J Aust. 1981 Jan 10;1(1):45-6. No abstract available.

PMID: 7207299

 

Billings JJ.

Cervical mucus: the biological marker of fertility and infertility.

Int J Fertil. 1981;26(3):182-95. No abstract available.

PMID: 6118338

 

Connell-Tatum EB.

Ovulation method of natural family planning.

Fertil Steril. 1981 Nov;36(5):551-2.

PMID: 7308500

 

[No authors listed]  World Health Organization A prospective multicentre trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. I. The teaching phase. Fertil Steril. 1981 Aug;36(2):152-8.  PMID: 7021189  link ref#55

No authors listed]   World Health Organization

A prospective multicentre trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning. II. The effectiveness phase.

Fertil Steril. 1981 Nov;36(5):591-8.

PMID: 7308503

 

[No authors listed]

 [The Billings method]

Temas Poblac. 1981 May;7(12):14. Spanish.

PMID: 12311398

 

Billings, E. (1980). Approaching menopause: The ovulation method. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 4(2), 118-127.

 

Billings JJ.

Two methods of natural family planning.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1980 Mar 1;136(5):697-8. No abstract available.

PMID: 7355954

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning.

P N G Med J. 1978 Dec;21(4):286-7. No abstract available.

PMID: 293102

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning.

Med J Aust. 1978 Oct 21;2(9):436.

PMID: 732740

 

Billings JJ, Bennett LA.

Quality of cervical mucus and Huhner's test.

Br Med J. 1978 Aug 26;2(6137):640. No abstract available.

PMID: 581269

Dolack L. Study confirms values of ovulation method.Hosp Prog. 1978 Aug;59(8):64-6, 72-3. PMID: 669669

Elder, N. (1978). Natural family planning: The ovulation method. Journal of Nurse Midwifery, 23, 25-30.

Hilgers, T.W. (1978/November). The ovulation method: Ten years of research. Linacre Quarterly, 383-387.

Hume K.

The ovulation method of natural family planning.

Ir Med J. 1977 Apr 30;70(6):208-14. No abstract available.

PMID: 863670

 

France JT, Boyer KG.

The detection of ovulation in humans and its application in contraception.

J Reprod Fertil Suppl. 1975 Apr;(22):107-20. No abstract available.

PMID: 1058969

 

Hume, K.

Recent advances in the ovulation method.

Australian Family Physician, 1974, April ,3, 150-157.

 

Billings, E.L., Billings, J.J.

The idea of ovulation method.

Australian Family Physician, 1973, March,2, 81-85.

 

France JT.

The ovulation method of family planning.

IPPF Med Bull. 1973 Jun;7(3):2-3.

PMID: 12306723

 

Billings JJ.

Ovulation method of family planning.

Lancet. 1972 Dec 2;2(7788):1193-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 4117608

 

Billings EL, Brown JB, Billings JJ, Burger HG.

Symptoms and hormonal changes accompanying ovulation.

Lancet. 1972 Feb 5;1(7745):282-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 4109930

 

Vollman RF.

Ovulation method of family planning.

Lancet. 1972 Nov 18;2(7786):1085-6. No abstract available.

PMID: 4117404

 

Weissmann MC, Foliaki L, Billings EL, Billings JJ.

A trial of the ovulation method of family planning in Tonga.

Lancet. 1972 Oct 14;2(7781):813-6. No abstract available.

PMID: 4116246

 

Billings JJ, Billings EL Método de la Ovulación  Observación del moco   Fertilidad   Resumen de las observaciones, modo de registro y las Reglas del Método de la Ovulación Billings

 

Billings JJ, Billings EL Ovulation Method PDF format    Observations of Mucus
Fertility     Summary of observations, charting and rules of the Billings Ovulation Method

Basic Instruction in the Billings Ovulation Method (PDF Version). Documento Instrucción Básica sobre el Método de la Ovulación Billings (versión PDF ).

Facts about fertility        Hechos sobre la fertilidad

Pituitary and Ovarian Hormones        Hormonas pituitarias y ováricas

The Ovulatory Cycle       El ciclo ovulatorio

The Cervix       El cuello uterino

The Behaviour of the Cervix over the Phases of the Ovarian Cycle        El funcionamiento del cuello uterino durante las fases del ciclo ovárico

Behaviour of the Cervix 

El funcionamiento del cuello http://www.womb.org/bom/cervix/behaviour_es.html

The Length of the Menstrual (Ovulatory) Cycle       La duración del ciclo menstrual ovulatorio

Brown JM, Ovarian Activity and Fertility and the Billings Ovulation Method          Actividad ovárica, fertilidad y el Método de la Ovulación Billings

What is the Billings Ovulation Method?   ¿Qué es el Método de la Ovulación Billings?

Understanding the Billings Ovulation Method   Entendimiento del Método de la Ovulación Billings

Observations Charting and Rules of the Billings Ovulation Method  Observaciones, Registros y Reglas del Método de la Ovulación

The Circular Diagram    El diagrama circular

Variations of the Cycle    Variaciones del ciclo   Evelyn L. and Billings, John J., Teaching the Billings Ovulation Method, Part 2, Variations of theCycle and Reproductive Health, Ovulation Method Research and Reference Centre of Australia, Melbourne, 1997. Printable version of this page in PDF format

The Slide Rule     La Regla deslizante

Achieving Pregnancy   Cómo lograr el embarazo

Breast Feeding     Amamantamiento

Lactation A woman continues her role of providing nourishment with benefits to herself as well as to her child         La Lactancia La mujer continúa con su rol de proveedora de alimento con gran beneficio para ella y para su hijo

Family, become what you are!

Abstinence  Abstinencia

Charts     Charts to print for personal use: EXCEL spreadsheet HTML (adjust browser font size if necessary)— master1 , master2.

Registros   Registros Imprima cartillas de registro para uso personal: EXCEL spreadsheet
HTML (se puede ajustar el tamaño de la letra con el browser)— muestra1 , muestra2

Yellow Stamp  Estampilla amarilla

¿Es confiable el método?- Pruebas

Bases científicas del Método

Otros artículos disponibles en inglés y en otros idiomas

Vigil, P Fertility Disorders 2003  A survey of fertility disorders and the usefulness of the BOM.

Billings JJ,  Women's Health Issues and the Billings Ovulation Method, Dr J J Billings, 2001

Billings EL, Teaching the Billings Ovulation Method   

Billings EL, 2002. Teaching All Indicators is Not the Same as Teaching All Methods - Some Clarifications      Enseñar PFN - Algunas aclaraciones  Enseñar todos los indicadores no es lo mismo que enseñar todos los Métodos

The differences between the two teaching methodologies of CrMS and BOM

Bulletin The Bulletin of the Ovulation Method Research & Reference Centre of Australia

 

Brown James B, Studies on Human Reproduction: Ovarian Activity and Fertility and the Billings Ovulation Method, Ovulation Method Research and Reference Centre of Australia, ISBN 0 908482 12

Hume K, Odeblad E. The Biology of the Cervix A Summary of Recent Advances from the Work of Erik Odeblad  http://www.womb.org/omrrca/bulletin/vol25/no2/cervixadvances.shtml

Properties of Cervical Mucus 2003, New scientific study provides further confirmation of the basis of BOM rules           Las propiedades del moco cervical 2003, Un nuevo estudio científico verifica las propiedades del moco cervical, como lo interpreta el MOB

Odeblad E, Cervical Mucus The Discovery of Different Types of Cervical Mucus and the Billings Ovulation Method  Bulletin of the Natural Family Planning Council of Victoria, 1994 Vol 21, No. 3, September 1994.

Odeblad, E, Fertility Awareness Investigations on the Physiological Basis of Fertility Awareness  Bulletin of Ovulation Method Research and Reference Centre of Australia Vol 29 Number 1 March 2002, pp 2-11.

Brown J, Multiple Ovulations  Professor Brown comments on the article from the Reproductive Research Unit of the University of Saskatchewan, 2003

Billings, J. THE QUEST - leading to the discovery of the Billings Ovulation Method,  Bulletin of Ovulation Method Research and Reference Centre of Australia, Vol 29 Number 1 March 2002, pp18-28.

efficacy of the Billings Ovulation Method

Trials of the Billings Ovulation method PDF format

trial conducted in China.

Billings EL. China Project Report February 2004

China (Nanjing, Anhui, Kunmin and Shanghai)/ Shao-Zhen QIAN, De-Wei ZHANG, Huai-Zhi ZUO, Ren-Kang LU, Lin PENG, Chang-Hai HE and the Chinese Billings Ovulation Method Collaboration Programme Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Natural Fertility Regulation Programme in China 

QIAN, Shao Zhen. China successfully launching the Billings Ovulation Method 2003

QIAN, Shao Zhen et al. Original Evaluation Report of the BOM in China 1999    Evaluación de la efectividad de un programa de regulación natural de la fertilidad en China

J J Billings The Gift of Life and Love (5th printing, revised and updated)

Billings EL, Westmore A. The Billings Method 4rth edition 2003,  http://www.womb.org/bom/lit/book.html

Billings, Evelyn and Westmore, Ann, The Billings Method, Ann O'Donovan Pty. Ltd., Melbourne, 1997

Walsh M,Tonti-Filippini N. The Billings ovulation method - what are the benefits? http://www.womb.org/bom/lit/afp.html

WOOMB Affiliated Organisations

scientific research

The Creighton Model FertilityCare System

 

Mikolajczyk RT, Stanford JB.

Measuring fecundity with standardised estimates of expected pregnancies.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:43-50.

PMID: 17061973

 

Stanford J. Fecundity and the mucus cycle score in couple using the CrMS. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope john paul VI institute press; 2004:643-52.

 

Hilgers T. Introduction to the Creighton Model System. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:43-56.

 

 Hilgers T. Introductory presentation of the CrMS. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omah: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:83-106.

 

Hilgers T. Basic CrMS instructions. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:129-40.

 

 Hilgers T. Scientific Foundations of the CrMS. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope John Paul VI Institute press; 2004:183-214.

 

Stanford J. Measuring effectiveness and pregnancy rates of the CrMS. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope John Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:215-31.

 

 Hilgers T, Stanford J. Achieving-related pregnancy rate and its natural adaptability. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope John Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:231-40.

 

Hilgers T. Professional and academic infrastructure of the CrMS. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope John Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:241-8.

 

Stanford JB, Smith KR, Dunson DB.

Vulvar mucus observations and the probability of pregnancy.

Obstet Gynecol. 2003 Jun;101(6):1285-93.

PMID: 12798538

 

Stanford JB, White GL, Hatasaka H.

Timing intercourse to achieve pregnancy: current evidence.

Obstet Gynecol 2002;100(6):1333-41.

 

 Fehring RJ.

Accuracy of the peak day of cervical mucus as a biological marker of fertility.

Contraception 2002;66(4):231-5.

 

Barron ML, Daly KD.

Expert in fertility appreciation: the Creighton Model practitioner.

J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2001 Jul-Aug;30(4):386-91. Review.

PMID: 11461022

 

Stanford JB, Smith KR.

Characteristics of women associated with continuing instruction in the Creighton Model Fertility Care System.

Contraception. 2000 Feb;61(2):121-9.

PMID: 10802277

 

Howard MP, Stanford JB.

Pregnancy probabilities during use of the Creighton Model Fertility Care System.

Arch Fam Med. 1999 Sep-Oct;8(5):391-402. Free full text.

PMID: 10500511

 

Hilgers TW, Stanford JB.

Creighton Model NaProEducation Technology for avoiding pregnancy. Use effectiveness.

J Reprod Med. 1998 Jun;43(6):495-502.

PMID: 9653695

 

Hilgers TW.

Pregnancy and the timing of intercourse.

N Engl J Med. 1996 May 9;334(19):1267; author reply 1267-8. No abstract available.

PMID: 8606727

 

Fehring RJ, Lawrence D, Philpot C.

Use effectiveness of the Creighton model ovulation method of natural family planning.

J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 1994 May;23(4):303-9.

PMID: 8057183

 

Hilgers TW, Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers SK.

Cumulative pregnancy rates in patients with apparently normal fertility and fertility-focused intercourse.

J Reprod Med. 1992 Oct;37(10):864-6.

PMID: 1479570

 

Hilgers TW.

The medical applications of natural family planning: a physician's guide to NaProTechnology.

Omaha, NE: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 1991.

 

Howard MP.

Use effectiveness of the ovulation method (creighton model) of natural family planning.

In: 9th annual meeting of the american academy of natural family planning; 1990; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; 1990.

 

Fehring RJ, Lawrence DM, Sauvage CM.

Self-esteem, spiritual well-being, and intimacy: a comparison among couples using NFP and oral contraceptives.

Int Rev. 1989 Fall-Winter;13(3-4):227-36.

PMID: 12179690

 

Doud J.

Use-effectiveness of the Creighton Model of NFP.

Int Rev Nat Fam Plann 1985;9(1):54-72.

 

Norris, C.W. (1985). Vulvar effects of the toilet tissue observational routine in the practice of natural family planning [letter]. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 152(8), 1108-1109.

 

Hilgers TW, Bailey AJ, Prebil AM.

Natural family planning IV. The identification of postovulatory infertility.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Sep;58(3):345-50.

PMID: 7266954

 

Hilgers TW, Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers SK.

Natural family planning III. Intermenstrual symptoms and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Aug;58(2):152-5.

PMID: 7254726

 

Brown JB, Harisson P, Smith MA, al. e.

Correlations between the mucus symptoms and the hormonal markers of fertility throughout reproductive life.

Melbourne, Victoria, australia: Ovulation method research and reference centre of australia; 1981.

 

Hilgers TW, Bailey AJ.

Natural family planning. II. Basal body temperature and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1980 Mar;55(3):333-9.

PMID: 7360431

 

Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers TW.

NFP programs provide consumer choice, benefit hospital.

Hosp Prog. 1980 Oct;61(10):56-8, 66.

PMID: 10248568

 

Hilgers TW.

Two methods of natural family planning.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1980 Mar 1;136(5):696-7.

PMID: 7355953

 

Hilgers TW, Prebil AM.

The ovulation method--vulvar observations as an index of fertility/infertility.

Obstet Gynecol. 1979 Jan;53(1):12-22. No abstract available.

PMID: 760010

 

Hilgers T.

Psychodynamics of the use of the ovulation method.

Omaha, Nebraska: Creighton university natural family planning education and research center; 1978.

 

Hilgers TW, Abraham GE, Cavanagh D.

Natural family planning. I. The peak symptom and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1978 Nov;52(5):575-82.

PMID: 724176

 

NaProTechnology

 

The Medical and Surgical Practice of NaProTECHNOLOGY. Textbook on NaProTECHNOLOGY

T.W. Hilgers. Pope Paul VI Press, Omaha, Nebraska, 2004. Hardcover, 1244 pages,  ISBN 0-9744147-00.

Stanford JB, Comment. CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

Boyle P. NaPro technology and pregnancy following failed ART. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:667-76.

 

 Boyle P. NaPro technology and infertility: a family physician's approach. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:653-66.

 

 Danis P. A family physician's experience with NaPro technology. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:1101-14.

 

 Hilgers T. Effectiveness of NaPro technology in the treatment of infertility. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:677-94.

 

 Hilgers T. NaPro technology in infertility: evaluation and treatment. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:509-40.

 

 Hilgers T. What is NaProTechnology? In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:19-28.

 

 Parnell T. Fertility, conception, and childbirth in women of mature reproductive age: new hope through NaPro technology. In: Hilgers T, ed. The medical and surgical practice of NaProTechnology. Omaha: Pope Paul VI Institute Press; 2004:803-13.

 

Report on the NaProTechnology conference Omaha, July 2004.  Agents of Change

Catholic World Report

Temperatura Basal

Lang Dunlop A, Schultz R, Frank E.

Interpretation of the BBT chart: using the "Gap" technique compared to the Coverline technique.

Contraception. 2005 Mar;71(3):188-92.

PMID: 15722068

Fehring RJ, Comment. Gap Technique More Accurate than Coverline Technique in Interpreting BBT Chart CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Barron ML, Fehring RJ.

Basal body temperature assessment: is it useful to couples seeking pregnancy?

MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs. 2005 Sep-Oct;30(5):290-6; quiz 297-8. Review.

PMID: 16132004

 

Beaudoin J, Marrocco R.

Attentional validity effect across the human menstrual cycle varies with basal temperature changes.

Behav Brain Res. 2005 Mar 7;158(1):23-9. Erratum in: Behav Brain Res. 2005 Apr 30;159(2):333.

PMID: 15680191

 

Dunlop AL, Allen AS, Frank E.

Involving the male partner for interpreting the basal body temperature graph.

Obstet Gynecol. 2001 Jul;98(1):133-8.

PMID: 11430971   

Fehring R J, Coment  The Frank-Dunlap Temperature Method of Determining the Infertile Phase NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 1 & 2, Spring/Winter 2002

 

Baker FC, Waner JI, Vieira EF, Taylor SR, Driver HS, Mitchell D.

Sleep and 24 hour body temperatures: a comparison in young men, naturally cycling women and women taking hormonal contraceptives.

J Physiol. 2001 Feb 1;530(Pt 3):565-74. free full text.

PMID: 11158285

 

Cagnacci A, Volpe A, Paoletti AM, Melis GB.

Regulation of the 24-hour rhythm of body temperature in menstrual cycles with spontaneous and gonadotropin-induced ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1997 Sep;68(3):421-5.

PMID: 9314907

 

Frank E, White R.

An updated basal body temperature method.

Contraception. 1996 Nov;54(5):319-21.

PMID: 8934068

Coment Fehring, R. The Frank-Dunlop Temperature Method of Determining the Infertile Phase                               

 

Freundl, G., Frank-Herman, P., & Bremme, M. Results of an efficacy-finding study (EFS) with the computer-thermometer Cyclotest 2 plus containing 207 cycles. Advances in Contraception. 14 (1998):201-207. German Computer-Thermometer (Cyclotest 2+) Compared with Sympto-Thermal Method

 

Belaisch J.

 [Temperature graph]

Contracept Fertil Sex. 1996 Jan;24(1):15-7. Review. French. No abstract available.

PMID: 8932750

 

Quagliarello J, Arny M.

Inaccuracy of basal body temperature charts in predicting urinary luteinizing hormone surges.

Fertil Steril. 1986 Mar;45(3):334-7.

PMID: 3949032

 

McCarthy JJ Jr, Rockette HE.

Prediction of ovulation with basal body temperature.

J Reprod Med. 1986 Aug;31(8 Suppl):742-7.

PMID: 3761280

 

Brenner SH, Lessing JB, Amelar RD, Dubin L, Schoenfeld C, Goldsmith LT, Weiss G.

The use of voided urine temperature in the determination of basal body temperature.

Fertil Steril. 1985 Oct;44(4):536-8.

PMID: 4054328

 

de Mouzon J, Testart J, Lefevre B, Pouly JL, Frydman R.

Time relationships between basal body temperature and ovulation or plasma progestins.

Fertil Steril. 1984 Feb;41(2):254-9.

PMID: 6421622

 

Cooper KH, Abrams RM.

Attributes of the oral cavity as a site for basal body temperature measurements.

JOGN Nurs. 1984 Mar-Apr;13(2):125-9.

PMID: 6562255

 

Samples JT, Abrams RM.

Reliability of urine temperature as a measurement of basal body temperature.

JOGN Nurs. 1984 Sep-Oct;13(5):319-23.

PMID: 6566818

 

Shah A, Rao KH, Ruedi B, Magrini G.

Determination of fertility interval with ovulation time estimation using differential skin surface temperature (DST) measurement.

Fertil Steril. 1984 May;41(5):771-4.

PMID: 6714455

 

Downs KA, Gibson M.

Basal body temperature graph and the luteal phase defect.

Fertil Steril. 1983 Oct;40(4):466-8.

PMID: 6617904

 

McCarthy JJ Jr, Rockette HE.

A comparison of methods to interpret the basal body temperature graph.

Fertil Steril. 1983 May;39(5):640-6.

PMID: 6840307

 

Wilson DW, Griffiths K, Halberg F, Simpson HW, Griffiths R, Kemp KW, Nix AB, Rowlands RJ.

Breast skin temperature rhythms in relation to ovulation.

Chronobiologia. 1983 Jul-Sep;10(3):231-43.

PMID: 6641367

 

Weinberg ZA, Cohen SA.

Ovulation detection by monitoring temperature during sleep.

IEEE Trans Biomed Eng. 1983 Sep;30(9):619-20. No abstract available.

PMID: 6642533

 

Honoré LH.

Basal body temperature.

Fertil Steril. 1982 Apr;37(4):585. No abstract available.

PMID: 7067856

 

Keefe EF.

Basal body temperature.

Fertil Steril. 1982 Oct;38(4):502-3. No abstract available.

PMID: 7117580

 

Litt IF.

A simplified method for recording basal body temperature.

J Adolesc Health Care. 1982 Aug;3(1):25-8.

PMID: 7118682

 

Keefe EF.

Basal body temperature.

Fertil Steril. 1982 Oct;38(4):502-3. No abstract available.

PMID: 7117580

 

Royston JP.

Basal body temperature, ovulation and the risk of conception, with special reference to the lifetimes of sperm and egg.

Biometrics. 1982 Jun;38(2):397-406.

PMID: 7115870

 

Wetzels LC, Hoogland HJ, de Haan J.

Basal body temperature as a method of ovulation detection: comparison with ultrasonographical findings.

Gynecol Obstet Invest. 1982;13(4):235-40.

PMID: 7095601

 

Abrams RM, Royston JP.

Some properties of rectum and vagina as sites for basal body temperature measurement.

Fertil Steril. 1981 Mar;35(3):313-6.

PMID: 7202755

 

Borth R, Benoit HJ, Woolever CA.

Detection of the pre-ovulatory period using a vaginal probe in the home.

Contraception. 1980 Jan;21(1):41-6.

PMID: 7357868

 

Hilgers TW, Bailey AJ.

Natural family planning. II. Basal body temperature and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1980 Mar;55(3):333-9.

PMID: 7360431

 

Matthews CD, Broom TJ, Black T, Tansing J.

Optimal features of basal body temperature recordings associated with conceptional cycles.

Int J Fertil. 1980;25(4):318-20.

PMID: 6114058

 

Royston JP, Abrams RM.

An objective method for detecting the shift in basal body temperature in women.

Biometrics. 1980 Jun;36(2):217-24.

PMID: 7407311

 

Royston JP, Abrams RM, Higgins MP, Flynn AM.

The adjustment of basal body temperature measurements to allow for time of waking.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1980 Dec;87(12):1123-7.

PMID: 7437380

 

Lenton EA, Weston GA, Cooke ID.

Problems in using basal body temperature recordings in an infertility clinic.

Br Med J. 1977 Mar 26;1(6064):803-5. Free full text.

PMID: 856386

 

Rojas OL.

 [The menstrual cycle and sexual relations in users of the IUD and periodic abstinence]

Acta Med Valle. 1977;8(1):19-25. Spanish.

PMID: 12229773

 

[No authors listed]

Studies show BBT method fails to pinpoint ovulation for one-fifth of U. S. and one-fourth of British women.

Fam Plann Perspect. 1977 May-Jun;9(3):131-2. No abstract available.

PMID: 862833

 

Vollman, R. F.,

The Menstrual Cycle.

1977, Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders.

 

Garcea N, Caruso A, Moneta E.

 [Laparoscopic timing of ovulation in relation to basal temperature]

Minerva Ginecol. 1976 Feb;28(2):133-8. Italian. No abstract available.

PMID: 130567

 

Morris N, Underwood L, Easterling W Jr.

Temporal relationship between basal body temperature nadir and luteinizing hormone surge in normal women.

Fertil Steril. 1976 Jul;27(7):780-3.

PMID: 950047

 

Kotz HL.

Basal body temperature record: a multipurpose diagnostic tool.

JOGN Nurs. 1973 Jul-Aug;2(4):43-8. No abstract available.

PMID: 4489490

 

Marshall J, Rowe B.

The effect of personal factors on the use of the basal body temperature method of regulating births.

Fertil Steril. 1972 Jun;23(6):417-21. No abstract available.

PMID: 5030872

 

O'Connell FJ, Durant JA, Miller H.

Assessment of the postovulatory infertile phase by temperature recording.

Fertil Steril. 1970 Jun;21(6):490-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 5508514

 

Marshall J, Rowe B.

Psychologic aspects of the basal body temperature method of regulating births.

Fertil Steril. 1970 Jan;21(1):14-9. No abstract available.

PMID: 5411029

 

Paganuzzi A.

 [Medical and psychological aspects of the temperature method of contraception]

Sessuologia. 1969 Apr-Sep;10(2-3):141-54. Italian.

PMID: 12266507

Marshall J.

A field trial of the basal-body-temperature method of regulating births.

Lancet. 1968 Jul 6;2(7558):8-10. No abstract available.

PMID: 4172715

 

Bartzen PJ.

Effectiveness of the temperature rhythm system of contraception.

Fertil Steril. 1967 Sep-Oct;18(5):694-706. No abstract available.

PMID: 6037458

 

Döring GK.

 [On the reliability of temperature method for contraception]

Dtsch Med Wochenschr. 1967 Jun 9;92(23):1055-61. German.

PMID: 6024685

 

Mikaelian S, Plaisant J, Bernhard G.

 [Clinical information deduced from the study of 1000 temperature tests]

Bull Fed Soc Gynecol Obstet Lang Fr. 1967 Nov-Dec;19(5):466-7. French. No abstract available.

PMID: 5623836

 

Perez A, Vela P, Espinoza J, Diaz S, Gormaz G.

  [Analysis of 79 pregnancies produced during the use of the thermal rhythmic method]

Rev Chil Obstet Ginecol. 1967;32(2):113-20. Spanish. No abstract available.

PMID: 5603143

 

Raffo del Campo MA.

 [Action of progesterone on the basal temperature. Its clinical application]

Prensa Med Argent. 1966 Jul 22;53(29):1571-4. Spanish. No abstract available.

PMID: 5992268

 

Holt JG.

 [Varying opinions of the temperature method of birth control]

Rev Med Louvain. 1963;(2):29-37. French.

PMID: 12266598

 

HARMON FL.

Evaluation of oral temperature readings.

Science. 1953 Dec 11;118(3076):719-20. No abstract available.

PMID: 13113230

 

Davis ME.

The clinical use of oral basal temperatures.

J Am Med Assoc. 1946 Apr 6;130(14):929-32.

PMID: 12332284

 

Sintotérmico

Kennedy KI, Gross BA, Parenteau-Carreau S, Flynn AM, Brown JB, Visness CM.

Breastfeeding and the symptothermal method.

Stud Fam Plann. 1995 Mar-Apr;26(2):107-115.

PMID: 7618194

 

Flynn AM, James P, Collins WP, Royston P.

Symptothermal and hormonal markers of potential fertility in climacteric women.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):1987-9.

PMID: 1755454

 

Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G, Baur S, Bremme M, Döring GK, Godehardt EA, Sottong U.

Effectiveness and acceptibility of the symptothermal method of natural family planning in Germany.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):2052-4.

PMID: 1755469

 

Zinaman M, Stevenson W.

Efficacy of the symptothermal method of natural family planning in lactating women after the return of menses.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):2037-9.

PMID: 1755465

 

Gross BA.

Natural family planning indicators of ovulation.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1987 Jun;5(3):91-117. Review.

PMID: 3322540

 

Campbell KL.

Methods of monitoring ovarian function and predicting ovulation: summary of a meeting.

Res Front Fertil Regul. 1985 Aug;3(5):1-16.

PMID: 12179636

 

Freundl G, Suberg D, Flynn AM, Diemer HP.

 [Natural family planning (symptothermal method) and objective ovulation parameters--a pilot study]

Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. 1984 Jun;44(6):368-74. German.

PMID: 6378714

 

Parenteau-carreau S.

 [The sympto-thermal methods]

Contracept Fertil Sex (Paris). 1983 Nov;11(11):1189-203. French.

PMID: 12312702

 

Kerin J.

Ovulation detection in the human.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1982 Mar;1(1):27-54. Review.

PMID: 6821195

 

Klaus H.

Natural family planning: a review.

Obstet Gynecol Surv. 1982 Feb;37(2):128-50. Review.

PMID: 7033851

 

Hilgers TW, Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers SK.

Natural family planning III. Intermenstrual symptoms and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Aug;58(2):152-5.

PMID: 7254726

 

Parenteau-Carreau S.

The sympto-thermal methods.

Int J Fertil. 1981;26(3):170-81. No abstract available.

PMID: 6118337

 

Lanctot CA.

Natural family planning.

Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 1979 Apr;6(1):109-27. Review.

PMID: 383345

 

Ghosh, A.K.

Natural family planning by symptothermic control.

Journal of the Indian Medical Association, 1976, 66(11), 286-288.

 

Mehrotra HN, Bhatia S, Bhatnagar VM, Sur BK, Singh R.

A comparative study of some methods of detecting ovulation.

Indian J Physiol Pharmacol. 1974 Jul-Sep;18(3):173-7.

PMID: 4435940

 

Dolor Ovulatorio:

 

Wang XX, Wu ZY.

 [Prediction of ovulation]

Zhonghua Fu Chan Ke Za Zhi. 1990 Mar;25(2):86-8, 124. Chinese.

PMID: 2194763

 

 

Cox JH, DeBowes RM.

Colic-like discomfort associated with ovulation in two mares.

J Am Vet Med Assoc. 1987 Dec 1;191(11):1451-2.

PMID: 3692993

 

Silber TJ.

Acute abdomen due to mittelschmerz. The role of ultrasonography.

Clin Pediatr (Phila). 1984 Nov;23(11):655-7. No abstract available.

PMID: 6386267

 

Birkhäuser M.

 [Ovulation and "Mittelschmerz"]

Ther Umsch. 1983 Jul;40(7):585-8. German. No abstract available.

PMID: 6623408

 

Marinho AO, Sallam HN, Goessens LK, Collins WP, Rodeck CH, Campbell S.

Real time pelvic ultrasonography during the periovulatory period of patients attending an artificial insemination clinic.

Fertil Steril. 1982 May;37(5):633-8.

PMID: 7075798

 

Marinho AO, Sallam HN, Goessens L, Collins WP, Campbell S.

Ovulation side and occurrence of mittelschmerz in spontaneous and induced ovarian cycles.

Br Med J (Clin Res Ed). 1982 Feb 27;284(6316):632. No abstract available. Free full text

PMID: 6802266

 

Hilgers TW, Daly KD, Prebil AM, Hilgers SK.

Natural family planning III. Intermenstrual symptoms and estimated time of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1981 Aug;58(2):152-5.

PMID: 7254726

 

O'Herlihy C, Robinson HP, de Crespigny LJ.

Mittelschmerz is a preovulatory symptom.

Br Med J. 1980 Apr 5;280(6219):986. No abstract available. Free Full text.

PMID: 7417773

 

Hann LE, Hall DA, Black EB, Ferrucci JT Jr.

Mittelschmerz. Sonographic demonstration.

JAMA. 1979 Jun 22;241(25):2731-2.

PMID: 448821

 

Daw E.

Poststerilization mittelschmerz.

Br Med J. 1972 Sep 16;3(5828):701. No abstract available. Free full text.

PMID: 4650859

 

CHARLEWOOD GP.

Mittelschmerz or ovulation pain.

S Afr Med J. 1958 Mar 8;32(10):261-2. No abstract available.

PMID: 13543465

 

KROHN PL.

Cyclical intermenstrual pain: the Mittelschmerz.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1954 Jun;14(6):682-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 13163157

 

Hartman CG.

The homology of menstruation: new observations of intermenstrual bleeding in the monkey.

J Am Med Assoc. 1929 Jun 15;92(24):1992-5.

PMID: 12305572

Palpación cervical

Parenteau-Carreau S, Infante-Rivard C.

Self-palpation to assess cervical changes in relation to mucus and temperature.

Int J Fertil. 1988;33 Suppl:10-6.

PMID: 2902020

 

Gross BA.

Natural family planning indicators of ovulation.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1987 Jun;5(3):91-117. Review.

PMID: 3322540

 

Loewit K, Wolfram G, Ortlieb A, Widhalm R.

 [Salivary LH as an ovulation indicator: on the value of autopalpation of the cervix uteri for the detection of fertile and infertile days of the cycle]

Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. 1987 Nov;47(11):803-7. German.

PMID: 3692114

 

Keefe, E. (1977). Cephalad shift of the cervix uteri: Sign of the fertile time in women. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 1(1), 55+.

 

Keefe EF.

Self-observation of the cervix to distinguish days of possible fertility.

Bull Sloane Hosp Women Columbia Presbyt Med. 1962 Dec;8(4):129-36.

PMID: 12313307

 

Modified mucus method

Dorairaj K.

The modified mucus method in India.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):2066-7.

PMID: 1755473

 

Dorairaj K.

Acceptability of the modified mucus method: study of the psychosocial factors affecting acceptance.

Int J Fertil. 1988;33 Suppl:78-86.

PMID: 2902034

 

Dorairaj K.

Use-effectiveness of fertility awareness among the urban poor.

Soc Action. 1984 Jul-Sep;34(3):286-306.

PMID: 12339804

 

Otra variante:

 

Madigan FC, Sealza LP, Tabor MD.

Can NFP be taught in two short, easy lessons? Simplified NFP for isolated and/or busy couples.

Philipp Popul J. 1987 Jan-Dec;3(1-4):51-61.

PMID: 12343298

 

TwoDay Algorithm

Arevalo, M., Jennings, V., Nikula, M., & Sinai, I. Efficacy of the new TwoDay Method of familyplanning. Fertility and Sterility. 2004; 82: 885-892

Arevalo, M., Jennings, V. and Sinai, I.

Application of simple fertility awareness-basedmethods of family planning to breastfeeding women.

Fertility and Sterility. 2003;80:1241-1248

Application of simple fertility awareness-based methods of family planning to breastfeeding women. Fertility and Sterility

 

Jennings, V. & Sinai, I. Further analysis of the theoretical effectiveness of the TwoDay method of family planning. Contraception. 64(2001):149-153.

Sinai, I., Jennings, V., & Arevalo, M. The TwoDay Algorithm: A new algorithm to identify the fertile time of the menstrual cycle. Contraception. 60(1999):65-70 Coment: Fehring R,  Two Day Algorithm Proposed as Alternative to Ovulation Method

Coment: Fehring R, Evidence Shows that Cervical Secretions are Associated with HigherFecundability.

Calendario

Scarpa B, Dunson DB, Giacchi E.

Bayesian selection of optimal rules for timing intercourse to conceive by using calendar and mucus.

Fertil Steril. 2007 Oct;88(4):915-24. Epub 2007 Jun 28.

PMID: 17601602

 

Che Y, Cleland JG, Ali MM.

Periodic abstinence in developing countries: an assessment of failure rates and consequences.

Contraception. 2004 Jan;69(1):15-21.

PMID: 14720614

 

 

d'Arcangues C, Kennedy KI; Research Group on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility.

Periodic abstinence and calendar method use in Hungary, Peru, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka.

Contraception. 2001 Oct;64(4):209-15.

PMID: 11747869

Research Group on Methods for the Natural Regulation of Fertility. Coment: Fehring R Calendar Rhythm Users Often Make Incorrect Calculations of the Fertile Period

 

Kambic RT, Lamprecht V.

Calendar rhythm efficacy: a review.

Adv Contracept. 1996 Jun;12(2):123-8.

PMID: 8863907

 

Colombo B, Scarpa B.

Calendar methods of fertility regulation: a rule of thumb.

Statistica. 1996 Jan-Mar;56(1):3-14.

PMID: 12348075

 

Sreenivasan J.

The calendar vs. cervical mucus.

Fam Plann Perspect. 1994 May-Jun;26(3):135. No abstract available.

PMID: 7980807

Dicker, D., Wachsman, Y., Feldberg, D., Ashkenazi, J., Yeshaya, A., & Goldman, J.A. The Vaginal Contraceptive Diaphragm and the Condom - A Reevaluation and Comparison of Two Barrier Methods with the Rhythm Method. Contraception 40 (1989): 497-504.

Colombo, B. (1989). Biometrical research on some parameters of the menstrual cycle. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 1 [supplement], 13-18.

Reyes DP.

Understanding calendar rhythm.

Initiatives Popul. 1983;7(1):24-7.

PMID: 12265793

 

Carter RL, Abrams RM, Moghissi KS.

A statistical approach to the determination of the fertile period.

Gynecol Obstet Invest. 1982;13(4):226-34.

PMID: 7095600

 

James, W.H. The mathematics of the menstrual cycle. Population Studies. 22 (November, 1968): 409-413.

Jaramillo-Gomez, M. & Londono, J.B. Rhythm: A Hazardous Contraceptive Method. Demography 5 (1968): 433-38.

Dunn, H.P. The Safe Period. Lancet (Sept 1, 1956): 441-2.

Tietze, C., Poliakeff, S.R., & Rock, J. The Clinical Effectiveness of the Rhythm Method of Contraception. Fertility and Sterility 2 (1951): 444-50.


 Latz, L. The Rhythm of Sterility and Fertility in Women. Chicago, IL: The Latz Foundation, 1946.

Fleck, S., Snedeker, E.F., & Rock, J. The Contraceptive Safe Period. New England Journal of Medicine 223 (1940):1005-9.

Knaus, H Periodic Fertility and Sterility In Women. English translation by D.H. Kitchen and Kathleen Kitchen, London, 1934.

Standard Days

Germano E, Jennings V.

New approaches to fertility awareness-based methods: incorporating the Standard Days and TwoDay Methods into practice.

J Midwifery Womens Health. 2006 Nov-Dec;51(6):471-7. Review.

PMID: 17081938  New Approaches to Fertility Awareness-Based Methods: Incorporating the Standard Days and TwoDay Methods into Midwifery Practice, Journal of Midwifery and Womens Health

 

León FR, Blair C, Huapaya A, Lundgren R, Mukabatsinda M, Muramutsa F, Jennings V.

Quality of delivery of the Standard Days Method as compared with contraceptive pills in Rwanda.

J Fam Plann Reprod Health Care. 2006 Oct;32(4):231-3.

PMID: 17032510

 

Kalaca, S., Cebeci, D., Cali, S., Sinai, I, Karavus, M., & Jennings, V.

 Expanding family planning options: offering the Standard Days Method(tm) to women in Istanbul.

Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, 2005;31:123-127. Expanding family planning options: offering the Standard Days Method to women in Istanbul. Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care

Fehring RJ, Comment: Turkish Couples Report Satisfaction with Use of Standard Days Method CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Sinai, I., Jennings, V., & Arevalo, M.

The importance of screening and monitoring: theStandard Days Method and cycle regularity. Contraception, 2004;69:201-206. The importance of screening and monitoring: the Standard Days Method and cycle regularity, Contraception

Fehring RJ, Comment: Screening and Monitoring for the Standard Days Method is Important for Maintaining Efficacy CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

Gribble J. N.,

The Standard Days Method of Family Planning: A Response to Cairo International Family Planning Perspectives: Volume 29, Issue 4, 2003 The Standard Days Method of Family Planning: A Response to Cairo, International Family Planning Perspectives

 

Arevalo, M., Jennings, V. and Sinai, I.

Application of simple fertility awareness-based methods of family planning to breastfeeding women.

Fertility and Sterility. 2003;80:1241-1248

Fehring R J, Comment SIMPLE NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING METHODS FOR BREASTFEEDING WOMEN CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

Burkhart, M.C., de Mazariegos, L., Salazar, S., & Lamprecht, V.M.

Effectiveness of a standard-rule method of calendar rhythm among Mayan couples in Guatemala. International Family Planning Perspectives. 26 (August, 2000):131-136.

Fehring RJ, Comment: High Satisfaction with a Fixed Day Calendar Rhythm Method Reported Among Mayan Couples in Guatemala NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Fehring RJ, Comment: The fixed day method of NFP. Current Medical Research, 12 (Summer/Fall): 6-7.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Standard Day Method Found to be Effective

Arevalo, M., Jennings, V., and Sinai, I.

Efficacy of a new method of family planning: the Standard Day Method. Contraception. 65 (2002) o 2000 ¿?: 333-338 Efficacy of a New Method of Family Planning: The Standard Days Method, Contraception

 

Fehring RJ  Comment: TwoDay Method of Family Planning Found to Have 96.5% Correct Use Effectiveness to Avoid Pregnancy

Arevalo, M., Sinai, I., & Jennings, V. (1999). A fixed formula to define the fertile window of the menstrual cycle as the basis of a simple method of natural family planning. Contraception, 60, 357-360. A Fixed Formula to Define the Fertile Window of the Menstrual Cycle as the Basis of a Simple Method of Natural Family Planning, Contraception

Fehring RJ, Comment & review: STANDARD DAY METHOD OF NFP: RHYTHM REVISITED OR NEW INNOVATION? NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000.

Burkhart, M.C., de Mazarigos, L. & Salazar, S, et al. Incidence of Irregular Cycles Among Mayan Women Who Reported Having Regular cycles: Implications for Fertility Awareness Methods. Contraception 59 (1999): 271-275. Fehring RJ, Comment: Necklace Method of NFP Tested Among Mayan Women  Current Medical Research, 11 (Winter/Spring 2000): 5-6. Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Faundes A, Lamprecht V, Osis MJ, Lopes BC.

Simplifying NFP: preliminary report of a pilot study of the 'collar' method in Brazil.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):167-71.

PMID: 9288334

Lamprecht, V.M., & Grummer-Strawn, L. Development of New Formulas to Identify the Fertile Time of the Menstrual Cycle. Contraception 54 (1996): 339-343.

SDM Technical Brief, Global Health Technical Briefs

SDM for Family Planning, IPPF Medial Bulletin

Jim Shelton’s Pearls, JHU/CCP

New Contraceptive Choices, Population Reports

CycleBeads and managing fertility, NFPRHA Report

CycleBeads: Inexpensive, Easy Effective, Global Health Link

 

Monitores del período fértil

Temperatura basal y calendario:

Freundl G, Frank-Herrmann P, Bremme M.

 Results of an efficacy-finding study (EFS) with the computer-thermometer Cyclotest 2 plus containing 207 cycles.

Adv Contracept. 1998 Dec;14(4):201-7.

PMID: 10075289

 

Freundl G, Frank-Herrmann P, Godehardt E, Klemm R, Bachhofer M.

Retrospective clinical trial of contraceptive effectiveness of the electronic fertility indicator Ladycomp/Babycomp. Adv Contracept. 1998 Jun;14(2):97-108.

PMID: 9820928

 

Mordel N, Laufer N, Zajicek G, Yanai N, Shwartz Y, Lewin A, Schenker JG.

The value of an electronic microcomputerized basal body temperature measurement device (Bioself) in in vitro fertilization cycles.

Gynecol Endocrinol. 1992 Dec;6(4):283-6.

PMID: 1492585

 

Drouin J, Guilbert EE, Désaulniers G.

Contraceptive application of the Bioself fertility indicator.

Contraception. 1994 Sep;50(3):229-38.

PMID: 7805373

 

Bremme, M., Freundl, G., & Frank-Hermann, P. (1992). Analysis of the computer-thermometer cyclotest D to be used for natural family planning NFP. Advances in Contraception, 8, 221.

Freundl, G., Baur, S., Fremme, M., Doering, G., & Frank-Hermann, P. (1992). Ladycomp as an aid in natural family planning. Advances in Contraception, 8, 184.

Flynn A, Pulcrano J, Royston P, Spieler J.

An evaluation of the Bioself 110 electronic fertility indicator as a contraceptive aid.

Contraception. 1991 Aug;44(2):125-39.

PMID: 1893707

 

Labrecque M, Drouin J, Rioux JE, Gingras S, Spieler JM.

Validity of the Bioself 110 fertility indicator.

Fertil Steril. 1989 Oct;52(4):604-8.

PMID: 2680618

 

Ismail M, Arshat H, Pulcrano J, Royston P, Spieler J.

An evaluation of the BIOSELF 110 fertility indicator.

Contraception. 1989 Jan;39(1):53-71.

PMID: 2642781

 

Jolivet A.

 [Fertility indicator (Bioself 110)]

Lyon Pharm. 1984 Nov;35(6):381-3. Francés.

PMID: 12280589

 

Hafez, E.S.E. (1984). Prediction and detection of ovulation and microcomputers for natural family planning. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 5(3).

Royston JP, Humphrey SJ, Flynn AM, Marshall J, Zarzosa-Perez A.

An automatic electronic device (Rite Time) to detect the onset of the infertile period by basal body temperature measurements.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1984 Jun;91(6):565-73.

PMID: 6733059

 

Resistencia eléctrica vaginal y salival:

Fehring RJ, Schlaff WD.

Accuracy of the Ovulon fertility monitor to predict and detect ovulation.

J Nurse Midwifery. 1998 Mar-Apr;43(2):117-20.

PMID: 9581098

Fehring RJ, Comment. Cuetm fertility monitor compares well with modern methods of natural family planning in determining the fertile period. Current Medical Research Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2 - Winter/Spring 1998 (www.usccb.org/prolife/issues/nfp/cmrwin98.shtml)

 

Moreno JE, Khan-Dawood FS, Goldzieher JW.

Natural family planning: suitability of the CUE method for defining the time of ovulation.

Contraception. 1997 Apr;55(4):233-7.

PMID: 9179455


Fehring RJ.

A comparison of the ovulation method with the CUE ovulation predictor in determining the fertile period.

J Am Acad Nurse Pract. 1996 Oct;8(10):461-6.

PMID: 9305046

 

Fehring, R.J., & Schlaff, W.D. (1998). Accuracy of the Ovulon fertility monitor to predict and detect ovulation. Journal of Nurse-Midwifery, 43(2), 117-120.

Freundl G, Bremme M, Frank-Herrmann P, Baur S, Godehardt E, Sottong U.

The CUE Fertility Monitor compared to ultrasound and LH peak measurements for fertile time ovulation detection.

Adv Contracept. 1996 Jun;12(2):111-21.

PMID: 8863906

 

Fazleabas AT, Segraves MM, Khan-Dawood FS.

Evaluation of salivary and vaginal electrical resistance for determination of the time of ovulation.

Int J Fertil. 1990 Mar-Apr;35(2):106-11.

PMID: 1970978

 

Grinsted J, Jacobsen JD, Grinsted L, Schantz A, Stenfoss HH, Nielsen SP.

Prediction of ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1989 Sep;52(3):388-93.

PMID: 2776892

 

Jacobs MH, Blasco L, Sondheimer SJ.

Ovulation prediction by monitoring salivary and vaginal electrical resistance with the PEAK Ovulation Predictor.

Obstet Gynecol. 1989 May;73(5 Pt 1):817-22.

PMID: 2649824

 

Fernando RS, Regas J, Betz G.

Ovulation prediction and detection with the CUE Ovulation Predictor.

Hum Reprod. 1988 May;3(4):419-24.

PMID: 3392175

 

Fernando RS, Regas J, Betz G.

Physiological mechanisms associated with ovulation prediction using the CUE Ovulation Predictor.

Hum Reprod. 1988 May;3(4):413-7.

PMID: 2839539

 

Moreno, J.E., Weitzman, G.A., Doody, M.C., Gibbons, W.E., Besch, P., & Goldzieher, J.W. (1988). Temporal relation of ovulation to salivary and vaginal electrical resistance pattern: Implication for natural family planning. Contraception, 38, 407-418.

Roumen, F., & Dieben, T. (1988). Ovulation prediction by monitoring salivary and vaginal electrical resistance pattern: Implications for natural family planning. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 71(1), 49-52.

Roumen FJ, Dieben TO.

Ovulation prediction by monitoring salivary electrical resistance with the Cue Fertility Monitor.

Obstet Gynecol. 1988 Jan;71(1):49-52.

PMID: 3336540

 

Daniel, J., Lonergan, P., Sullivan, P., & Taylor, S. (1987). Evaluation of Determine: The Ovutest as a device for identifying optimal time for conception. Fertility and Sterility, 47(4), 590.

Fernando RS, Regas J, Betz G.

Prediction of ovulation with the use of oral and vaginal electrical measurements during treatment with clomiphene citrate.

Fertil Steril. 1987 Mar;47(3):409-15.

PMID: 3556619

 

Stoller KP, Brooks PG.

Detection of ovulation via fingertip electrical potentials: a preliminary report.

Mt Sinai J Med. 1986 Sep;53(7):506-9. No abstract available.

PMID: 3491302

 

Albrecht BH, Fernando RS, Regas J, Betz G.

A new method for predicting and confirming ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1985 Aug;44(2):200-5.

PMID: 4018275

 

Zink MF, Diehl JR.

Efficacy of using vaginal conductivity as an indicator of the optimum time to breed in swine.

J Anim Sci. 1984 Oct;59(4):869-74. Free full text.

PMID: 6542562

 

Scipioni RL, Foote RH, Lamb SV, Hall CE, Lein DH, Shin SJ.

Electronic probe measurements of cervico-vaginal mucus for detection of ovulation in dairy cows: sanitation, clinical observations and microflora.

Cornell Vet. 1982 Jul;72(3):269-78.

PMID: 7105760

 

Schenker, J.G., & Weimanm, J. (1983). Changes in the electrical impedance of the vaginal wall as a method for natural family planning. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 4(4).

Bruzzone ME, Angelo S, Zipper J, Wheeler RG.

Endocrinologic basis of electrochemical vaginal potential in estrous cycle of rats.

Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 1980 Jul-Aug;18(1):22-5.

PMID: 6106594

 

Zipper J, Bruzzone ME, Angelo S.

Electrochemical vaginal-oral potentials during the menstrual cycle in women.

Contraception. 1980 Jun;21(6):585-94.

PMID: 7428367

 

Monitores del período fértil : Cristalización salival (ver Saliva)

Monitores del período fértil : Estrona glucuronido y LH urinaria (ver Hormonas urinarias)

Monitores del período fértil : Estrona glucuronido, pregnandiol glucuronido (ver Hormonas urinarias)

HORMONAS URINARIAS

 

Monitores  Estrona glucuronido y LH urinaria (Persona,  Clearplan,  Clearview)

Fehring RJ, Schneider M, Raviele K, Barron ML.

Efficacy of cervicalmucus observations plus electronic hormonal fertility monitoring as a method of natural family planning.

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecological, and Neonatal Nursing, 2007;36:152-160.

Fehring RJ, Comment Electronic Fertility Monitoring plus Cervical Mucus Monitoring Investigated as a Method of Natural Family Planning CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Pyper C, Bromhall L, Dummett S, Altman DG, Brownbill P, Murphy M.

The Oxford Conception Study design and recruitment experience.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:51-9.

PMID: 17061974

 

Robinson JE, C.Stat MW, Ellis JE.

Increased pregnancy rate with use of the Clearblue Easy Fertility Monitor.

Fertility and Sterility, 2007;87:329-234.

Fehring R J, Comment Increased Pregnancy Rate Found with Use of Electronic Hormonal Fertility Monitor: A Randomized Control Trial  CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Severy, L.J., Robison, J., Findley-Klein, C., & McNulty, J.

Acceptability of a home monitor used to aid in conception: psychological factors and couple dynamics. Contraception, 2006;73:65-71

 

Fehring, R.

New low and high tech calendar methods of family planning.

Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health. 2005; 32: 1-20.

Fehring R J, Comment Effectiveness of Mucus Plus Hormonal Monitoring: Preliminary Results CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2005

 

MacGregor EA, Frith A, Ellis J, Aspinall L.

Predicting menstrual migraine with a home-use fertility monitor.

Neurology. 2005 Feb 8;64(3):561-3.

PMID: 15699399

Fehring RJ Comment:, Monitoring Menstrual Cycle is Helpful forPredicting and Treating Menstrual Migraines. CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Fehring RJ, Raviele K, Schneider M.

A comparison of the fertile phase as determined by the Clearplan Easy Fertility Monitor and self-assessment of cervical mucus.

Contraception. 2004 Jan;69(1):9-14.

PMID: 14720613

Fehring RJ, Comment: DETERMINING THE FERTILE PHASE: A COMPARISON OF THE CLEARPLAN EASY FERTILITY MONITOR™ WITH SELF-ASSESSMENT OF CERVICAL MUCUS. CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Freundl, G., Godehardt, E., Kern, P.A., Frank-Hermann, P., Koubenec H.J. and Gnoth, Ch.

Estimated maximum failure rates of cycle monitors using daily conception probabilities in

the menstrual cycle.

Human Reproduction. 2003:18(2):2628-2633.

Fehring R J, Comment QUALITY OF FERTILITY MONITORS ASSESSED BY GERMAN RESEARCHERS CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

 

Guida M, Bramante S, Acunzo G, Pellicano M, Cirillo D, Nappi C.

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Leader, L.R., Russell, T., Clifford, K., & Stenning. (1991). The clinical value of Clearplan home ovulation detection kits in infertility practice. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 31, 142-144.

Bieglmayer, C., Fischi, F., & Janisch, H. (1990). Evaluation of a simple and fast self-test for urine luteinizing hormone. Fertility & Sterility, 53, 842-846.

 Chiu, T.T., Tam, P.P., & Mao, K.R. (1990). Evaluation of a semiquantitative urinary LH assay for ovulation detection. International Journal of Fertility, 35, 120-124.

Gregoriou, O., Kassanos, D., Vitoratos, N., Papadias, C., & Zourlas, P.A. (1990). Clinical efficacy of LH-color: A new home ovulation test. International Journal of Gynaecology & Obstetrics, 32, 141-143.

Gudgeon, K., Leader, L., & Howard, B. (1990). Evaluation of the accuracy of the home ovulation detection kit, Clearplan, at prediction of ovulation. Medical Journal of Australia, 152, 344, 346, 349.

Rodriquez, M.H., Mishell, D.R., Jr., Grozinger, C., Cao, J.N., & Lacarra, M. (1990). Comparison of TestPack and Ovustick for predicting ovulation. Journal of Reproductive Medicine, 35, 133-135

Paz, G., Yogev, L., Gottreich, A., Rotem, R., Yavetz, H., Homonnai, Z.T. (1990). Determination of urinary luteinizing hormone for prediction of ovulation. Gynecologic & Obstetric Investigation, 29, 207-210.

OTROS INDICADORES

Aspiración Flujo Cervicovaginal

Volumen flujo:

Flynn AM, Collins WP, Royston P, Barbato M, Mena-Gonzalez P, Alliende ME.

Volumetric self-sampling of cervicovaginal fluid to determine potential fertility: a multicentre pre-effectiveness study of the Rovumeter.

Hum Reprod. 1997 Aug;12(8):1826-31.

PMID: 9308821

Fehring RJ Comment & review. RovumeterTM Not Accurate in Defining Fertile Period  Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

 

Pratt DE, Vignovic E, Holt JA, Schumacher GF.

Correlation of cervicovaginal fluid volume with serum estradiol levels and total follicular volume during human gonadotropin stimulation.

J Assist Reprod Genet. 1992 Feb;9(1):14-8.

PMID: 1617243

 

Flynn AM, McCarthy AM, Docker M, Royston JP.

The temporal relationship between vaginal fluid volumes obtained with the Rovumeter vaginal aspirator and the fertile phase of the cycle.

Hum Reprod. 1988 Feb;3(2):201-5.

PMID: 3356775

 

Flynn AM, Docker MF, McCarthy N, Royston JP.

Detection of the fertile phase from changes in cervico-vaginal fluid volume.

Int J Fertil. 1988;33 Suppl:17-23.

PMID: 2902021

 

[No authors listed]

Volumetric vaginal aspirator may aid in natural family planning.

Network. 1984 Summer;5(4):3.

PMID: 12313224

 

Usala SJ, Schumacher GF.

Volumetric self-sampling of cervicovaginal fluid: a new approach to ovulation timing.

Fertil Steril. 1983 Mar;39(3):304-9.

PMID: 6825865

 

Jondet M, Scholler R.

A simple device for collecting human cervical mucus.

Fertil Steril. 1980 Jul;34(1):72-3. No abstract available.

PMID: 7398913

 

Aspecto flujo:

Alliende ME, Cabezón C, Figueroa H, Kottmann C.

Cervicovaginal fluid changes to detect ovulation accurately.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2005 Jul;193(1):71-5.

PMID: 16021061

Fehring RJ, Comment: Self Evaluation of Cervical-Vaginal Fluid Deemed Accurate Indicator of Ovulation CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Peroxidasas

 

En moco cervical:

 

No authors listed]

Search continues for a simple, home-based method for predicting ovulation.

Prog Hum Reprod Res. 1992;(22):8.

PMID: 12286014

 

Xiang H, Han Z, Xie S, Liang Z, Li S, Wang H.

 [Preliminary study of cervicovaginal peroxidase as indicator for ovulation]

Hua Xi Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao. 1991 Sep;22(3):329-31. Chinese.

PMID: 1660849

 

Pal T, Bhattacharyya AK.

Cyclic changes in salivary lactate dehydrogenase, peroxidase and leucine aminopeptidase during menstrual cycle.

Indian J Exp Biol. 1989 Aug;27(8):695-8.

PMID: 2633978

 

Tsibris JC, Lewis V, Langenberg PW, Chatterton RT Jr, Spellacy WN.

Cervical mucus enzymes as markers of the woman's fertile period.

Suppl Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1989;1:73-82. No abstract available.

PMID: 2553061

 

Tsibris JC, Virgin SD, Khan-Dawood FS, Langenberg PW, Thomason JL, Spellacy WN.

Cervicovaginal peroxidases: markers of the fertile period.

Obstet Gynecol. 1986 Mar;67(3):316-20.

PMID: 3003635

 

Tsibris JC, Langenberg PW, Khan-Dawood FS, Spellacy WN.

Cervicovaginal peroxidases: sex hormone control and potential clinical uses.

Fertil Steril. 1985 Aug;44(2):236-40.

PMID: 2991022

 

Anderson WA, Ahluwalia BS, Westney LS, Burnett CC, Rüchel R.

Cervical mucus peroxidase is a reliable indicator for ovulation in humans.

Fertil Steril. 1984 May;41(5):697-702.

PMID: 6325254

 

Tsibris JC, Thomason JL, Gold JJ, Khan-dawood FS, Spellacy WN.

 [The cervical mucus guaiacol peroxidase content as a possible predictor of ovulation (author's transl)]

Contracept Fertil Sex (Paris). 1983 Jan;11(1):25-7. French.

PMID: 12311955

 

Tsibris JC, Thomason JL, Kunigk A, Khan-Dawood FS, Kirschner CV, Spellacy WN.

Guaiacol peroxidase levels in human cervical mucus: a possible predictor of ovulation.

Contraception. 1982 Jan;25(1):59-67.

PMID: 6277563

 

Shindler JS, Haworth K, Axon A, Bardsley WG, Tindall VR, Laing I.

A study of peroxidase levels in human cervical mucus as an index of ovulation.

J Reprod Fertil. 1977 Nov;51(2):413-7.

PMID: 592293

 

Shindler JS, Childs RE, Bardsley WG.

Peroxidase from human cervical mucus. The isolation and characterisation.

Eur J Biochem. 1976 Jun 1;65(2):325-31.

PMID: 949968

 

Blaine JA, Heald PJ, Mack AE, Shaw CE.

Peroxidase in human cervical mucus during the menstrual cycle.

Contraception. 1975 Jun;11(6):677-80.

PMID: 1137939

 

Peroxidasa lagrimal:

 

Marcozzi G, Liberati V, Madia F, Pizzinga A, de Feo G.

Effect of hormone replacement therapy on lacrimal fluid peroxidase activity in woman.

Maturitas. 2003 Jul 25;45(3):225-9.

PMID: 12818468

 

Liberati V, de Feo G, Madia F, Marcozzi G.

Effect of oral contraceptives on lacrimal fluid peroxidase activity in women.

Ophthalmic Res. 2002 Jul-Aug;34(4):251-3.

PMID: 12297698

 

Marcozzi FG, Madia F, Del Bianco G, Mattei E, de Feo G.

Lacrimal fluid peroxidase activity during the menstrual cycle.

Curr Eye Res. 2000 Mar;20(3):178-82.

PMID: 10694892

 

Peroxidasa Salival:

 

Cockle SM, Harkness RA.

Changes in salivary peroxidase and polymorphonuclear neutrophil leucocyte enzyme activities during the menstrual cycle.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1978 Oct;85(10):776-82.

PMID: 708662

 

Saliva

Hormonas salivales:

Gandara BK, Leresche L, Mancl L.

Patterns of salivary estradiol and progesterone across the menstrual cycle.

Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2007 Mar;1098:446-50.  Free full text

PMID: 17435149

 

McIntyre MH, Chapman JF, Lipson SF, Ellison PT.

Index-to-ring finger length ratio (2D:4D) predicts levels of salivary estradiol, but not progesterone, over the menstrual cycle.

Am J Hum Biol. 2007 May-Jun;19(3):434-6.

PMID: 17421004

 

Núñez-de la Mora A, Chatterton RT, Choudhury OA, Napolitano DA, Bentley GR.

Childhood conditions influence adult progesterone levels.

PLoS Med. 2007 May;4(5):e167. Free full text

PMID: 17503960

 

Feinberg DR, Sharp MA, Al-Dujaili EA.

Raised salivary testosterone in women is associated with increased attraction to masculine faces.

Horm Behav. 2007 Aug;52(2):156-61. Epub 2007 Apr 24.

PMID: 17559852

 

Lewis JG.

Steroid Analysis in Saliva: An overview.

Clin Biochem Rev. 2006 Aug;27(3):139-46. Free full text.

PMID: 17268582

 

Vitzthum VJ, Spielvogel H, Thornburg J, West B.

A prospective study of early pregnancy loss in humans.

Fertil Steril. 2006 Aug;86(2):373-9. Epub 2006 Jun 27.

PMID: 16806213

 

Chatterton RT Jr, Mateo ET, Hou N, Rademaker AW, Acharya S, Jordan VC, Morrow M.

Characteristics of salivary profiles of oestradiol and progesterone in premenopausal women.

J Endocrinol. 2005 Jul;186(1):77-84.

PMID: 16002538 Free full text

 

Ishikawa M, Sengoku K, Tamate K, Takaoka Y, Kane M, Fottrell PF.

The clinical usefulness of salivary progesterone measurement for the evaluation of the corpus luteum function.

Gynecol Obstet Invest. 2002;53(1):32-7.

PMID: 11803226

 

Gann PH, Giovanazzi S, Van Horn L, Branning A, Chatterton RT Jr.

Saliva as a medium for investigating intra- and interindividual differences in sex hormone levels in premenopausal women.

Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2001 Jan;10(1):59-64. Free full text

PMID: 11205490

 

O'Leary P, Feddema P, Chan K, Taranto M, Smith M, Evans S.

Salivary, but not serum or urinary levels of progesterone are elevated after topical application of progesterone cream to pre-and postmenopausal women.

Clin Endocrinol (Oxf). 2000 Nov;53(5):615-20.

PMID: 11106923

 

Lu Y, Bentley GR, Gann PH, Hodges KR, Chatterton RT.

Salivary estradiol and progesterone levels in conception and nonconception cycles in women: evaluation of a new assay for salivary estradiol.

Fertil Steril. 1999 May;71(5):863-8.

PMID: 10231047

 

Lipson SF, Ellison PT.

Comparison of salivary steroid profiles in naturally occurring conception and non-conception cycles.

Hum Reprod. 1996 Oct;11(10):2090-6. Free full text

PMID: 8943508

 

Delfs TM, Klein S, Fottrell P, Naether OG, Leidenberger FA, Zimmermann RC.

24-hour profiles of salivary progesterone.

Fertil Steril. 1994 Nov;62(5):960-6.

PMID: 7926142

 

Bolaji II.

Sero-salivary progesterone correlation.

Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 1994 May;45(2):125-31.

PMID: 7915680

 

Lipson SF, Ellison PT.

Reference values for luteal progesterone measured by salivary radioimmunoassay.

Fertil Steril. 1994 Mar;61(3):448-54.

PMID: 8137965

 

O'Rorke A, Kane MM, Gosling JP, Tallon DF, Fottrell PF.

Development and validation of a monoclonal antibody enzyme immunoassay for measuring progesterone in saliva.

Clin Chem. 1994 Mar;40(3):454-8. Free full text

PMID: 8131282

 

Thomas EJ, Edridge W, Weddell A, McGill A, McGarrigle HH.

The impact of cigarette smoking on the plasma concentrations of gonadotrophins, ovarian steroids and androgens and upon the metabolism of oestrogens in the human female.

Hum Reprod. 1993 Aug;8(8):1187-93.

PMID: 8408515

 

Bolaji II, Tallon DF, Meehan FP, O'Dwyer EM, Fottrell PF.

The return of postpartum fertility monitored by enzyme-immunoassay for salivary progesterone.

Gynecol Endocrinol. 1992 Mar;6(1):37-48.

PMID: 1580167

 

Kesner JS, Wright DM, Schrader SM, Chin NW, Krieg EF Jr.

Methods of monitoring menstrual function in field studies: efficacy of methods.

Reprod Toxicol. 1992;6(5):385-400.

PMID: 1463919

 

Jacobs MH, Blasco L, Sondheimer SJ.

Ovulation prediction by monitoring salivary and vaginal electrical resistance with the PEAK Ovulation Predictor.

Obstet Gynecol. 1989 May;73(5 Pt 1):817-22.

PMID: 2649824

 

Li TC, Lenton EA, Dockery P, Rogers AW, Cooke ID.

The relation between daily salivary progesterone profile and endometrial development in the luteal phase of fertile and infertile women.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1989 Apr;96(4):445-53.

PMID: 2751958

 

Jordan, V., Pilka, L., & Roztocil, A. (1992). The possibility of natural family planning by means of estrogen peak evaluation in saliva. Advances in Contraception, 8, 223-224

Riad-Fahmy D, Read GF, Walker RF, Walker SM, Griffiths K.

Determination of ovarian steroid hormone levels in saliva. An overview.

J Reprod Med. 1987 Apr;32(4):254-72.

PMID: 3585869

 

Loewit, K., & Kraft, H.G. (1984). Luteinizing hormone levels in saliva: A new approach to ovulation detection. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 5(3).

Metcalf MG, Evans JJ, Mackenzie JA.

Indices of ovulation: comparison of plasma and salivary levels of progesterone with urinary pregnanediol.

J Endocrinol. 1984 Jan;100(1):75-80.

PMID: 6690646

 

Walker SM, Walker RF, Riad-Fahmy D.

Longitudinal studies of luteal function by salivary progesterone determinations.

Horm Res. 1984;20(4):231-40.

PMID: 6510896

 

Cristalización Salival :

Pattanasuttinont S, Sereepapong W, Suwajanakorn S.

The salivary ferning test and ovulation in clomiphene citrate-stimulated cycles.

J Med Assoc Thai. 2007 May;90(5):876-83.

PMID: 17596040

 

Tommaselli GA, Guida M, Palomba S, Barbato M, Nappi C.

Using complete breastfeeding and lactational amenorrhoea as birth spacing methods.

Contraception. 2000 Apr;61(4):253-7.

PMID: 10899480

Fehring RJ, Review Accuracy of Miniature Microscope Fertility Monitors In Question Under the Microscope  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1999Email us at nfp@usccb.org
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Guida M, Tommaselli GA, Palomba S, Pellicano M, Moccia G, Di Carlo C, Nappi C.

Efficacy of methods for determining ovulation in a natural family planning program.

Fertil Steril. 1999 Nov;72(5):900-4.

PMID: 10560997

Braat, D.D., Smeen, J., & Manger, A.P., et al. (1998). Saliva test as ovulation predictor. Lancet, 352, 1283-1284

Fehring RJ, Gaska N.

Evaluation of the Lady Free Biotester in determining the fertile period.

Contraception. 1998 May;57(5):325-8.

PMID: 9673839

Fehring RJ, Comment Researchers Discourage Use of Salivary Ferning Test For Predicting Fertility Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

 

 

Barbato M, Pandolfi A, Guida M.

A new diagnostic aid for natural family planning.

Adv Contracept. 1993 Dec;9(4):335-40.

PMID: 8147248

 

Berardono B, Melani D, Ranaldi F, Giachetti E, Vanni P.

Is the salivary "ferning" a reliable index of the fertile period?

Acta Eur Fertil. 1993 Mar-Apr;24(2):61-5.

PMID: 8171923

 

Guida M, Barbato M, Bruno P, Lauro G, Lampariello C.

Salivary ferning and the menstrual cycle in women.

Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 1993;20(1):48-54.

PMID: 8462188

Coment: Fehring R,  FDA Approves New Saliva-Based Home Ovulation test

 

Otros indicadores en saliva:

 

Calamera JC, Vilar O, Nicholson R.

Changes in sialic acid concentration in human saliva during the menstrual cycle.

Int J Fertil. 1986 Mar-Apr;31(1):43-5.

PMID: 2908274

 

Boyer KG, France JT.

Alkaline phosphatase, arylsulfatase and beta-glucuronidase in saliva of cyclic women.

Int J Fertil. 1976;21(1):43-8.

PMID: 8394

 

Cockle SM, Harkness RA.

Changes in salivary peroxidase and polymorphonuclear neutrophil leucocyte enzyme activities during the menstrual cycle.

Br J Obstet Gynaecol. 1978 Oct;85(10):776-82.

PMID: 708662

 

Miscelánea de indicadores

Hadžiomerović D, Moeller KT, Licht P, Hein A, Veitenhansel S, Kusmitsch M, Wildt L.

The biphasic pattern of end-expiratory carbon dioxide pressure: a method for identification of the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle.

Fertil Steril. 2007 Oct 11; [Epub ahead of print]

PMID: 17936278

 

Taylor H, Shidler S, Lasley B, Ngalamou L, Taylor F.

FSH biosensor to detect postpartum ovarian recrudescence.

Conf Proc IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc. 2004;3:1998-2001.

PMID: 17272109

 

Reiman EM, Armstrong SM, Matt KS, Mattox JH.

The application of positron emission tomography to the study of the normal menstrual cycle.

Hum Reprod. 1996 Dec;11(12):2799-805. Free Full text

PMID: 9021395

 

Ger M, Karamete BK, Beksaç MS, Aksel S.

Computer-assisted observations of the normal menstrual cycle: predicting the day of ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1993 Mar;59(3):550-3.

PMID: 8458456

 

Carranco A, Reyes R, Huacuja L, Guzmán A, Delgado NM.

Human urinary glycosaminoglycans as accurate method for ovulation detection.

Int J Fertil. 1992 Jul-Aug;37(4):209-13.

PMID: 1354206

 

 

Mancuso S, Fulghesu AM, Di Simone N, Riccardi P, Vitale E, Castellani R, Bellante FP, Lanzone A.

Changes in fatty acids sebum composition during human menstrual cycle: possible relationships with fertile period.

Acta Eur Fertil. 1991 Jan-Feb;22(1):43-5. No abstract available.

PMID: 1746207

 

Shettles LB.

Ovulation in relation to cervical canal diameter.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1988 Dec;159(6):1600-1. No abstract available.

PMID: 3207142

 

Valente S.

The measurement of the oral and vaginal electrolytes as a new method of predicting ovulation.

Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 1988;15(3):66-70.

PMID: 3402085

 

Daniel JC Jr, Lonergan PB, Sullivan PK, Taylor SP.

Evaluation of "Determine; The OvuTest" as a device for identifying optimal time for conception. (uteroglobina moco cervical )

Fertil Steril. 1987 Apr;47(4):590-6.

PMID: 3106097

 

Padilla SL, Galle PC, Ellegood JO, Mahesh VB, McDonough PG.

Plasminogen in peritoneal fluid: a possible nonsteroidal indicator of ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1986 Dec;46(6):1071-6.

PMID: 3781022

 

Davis KP, Maciulla GJ, Yannone ME, Gooch GT, Lox CD, Whetstone MR.

Cervical mucus immunoglobulins as an indicator of ovulation.

Obstet Gynecol. 1983 Sep;62(3):388-92.

PMID: 6410312

 

Chakrapani K, Balchender T, Vidyavati M, Vidyasagar A.

Ovulation-associated uveitis.

Br J Ophthalmol. 1982 May;66(5):320-1. No abstract available. Free Full text

PMID: 7074005

 

Djahanbakhch O, Swanton IA, Corrie JE, McNeilly AS.

Prediction of ovulation by progesterone.

Lancet. 1981 Nov 21;2(8256):1164-5. No abstract available.

PMID: 6118596

Cohen, M.R. (1959). Glucose reagent strip stick test compared with other criteria for detection of ovulation. 10; 340-349.

Birnberg, CH, et al (1958). Simple test for determining ovulation time. J.A.M.A. 168 (10),1174-1175.

Pillay AP.

Vitamin-C test for ovulation.

Hum Fertil. 1946 Dec;2(4):109-10.

PMID: 1230559

 

Esudios de varios indicadores

 

Fehring, R.

New low and high tech calendar methods of family planning.

Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health. 2005; 32: 1-20. 

Fehring RJ, Comment: Effectiveness of Mucus Plus Hormonal Monitoring: Preliminary Results

 

Martinez, A.R.

Prediction and detection of the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle: An overview. Advances in Contraception, 1997 13(2/3), 131-138.

 

Oyesanya, O.A., et.al.,

Concordance of Predicted Time of Ovulation in Natural cycles with Endometrial Development Comparison Between Serial Ultrasonography and LH Assays: Implications for Protocols for the Development of Alternative Contraceptive Strategies.

Fertility and Sterility, ASRM Abstracts, (Oct. 18-22, 1997). 

Cvetkovich L, Comment  Abstracts CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

 

Martinez AR, Zinaman MJ, Jennings VH, Lamprecht VM.

Prediction and detection of the fertile period: the markers.

Int J Fertil Menopausal Stud. 1995 May-Jun;40(3):139-55. Review.

PMID: 7663541

 

Forleo, R., Catarinella, V., Giannini, P., Forleo, P., Pala, A., & Federici, G. (1992). Complementary indices of potential fertility for natural family planning. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 12, 329-333.

Cardone A, Guida M, Lampariello C, Bruno P, Montemagno U.

Objective and subjective data for fertile period diagnosis in women: comparison of methods.

Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 1992;19(1):15-24.

PMID: 1606693

 

Moghissi KS.

Ovulation detection.

Endocrinol Metab Clin North Am. 1992 Mar;21(1):39-55. Review.

PMID: 1576982

 

Collins WP.

Immunochemical tests of potential fertility.

Biochem Soc Trans. 1992 Feb;20(1):234-7. Review.

PMID: 1633952

 

Collins, W.P. (1991). The evolution of reference methods to monitor ovulation. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 165, 1994-1996.

Fehring, R.J. (1991). New technology in natural family planning. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing, 20, 199-205. Fehring, R.J. (1990).


 Royston, P. (1991). Identifying the fertile phase of the human menstrual cycle. Statistics in Medicine, 10, 221-240.

Fehring, R. Methods Used to Predict Ovulation, a Comparative Study. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecological, and Neonatal Nursing 19 (1990): 233-237.

Collins, W.P. (1989). Biochemical indices of potential fertility. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 1 [supplement] 35-43.

Kenigsberg, D. (1989). New tests for the prediction of ovulation. Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology, 32, 533-540.

Lanzone, A., Scambia, G., Rizzo, G., Arduini, D., & Mancuso, S. (1989). New indicators of pro-ovulatory estrogenization. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 1 [supplement], 67-71.

Albertson, B.D., & Zinaman, M.J. (1987). The prediction of ovulation and monitoring of the fertile period. Advances in Contraception, 3, 263-290.

Albrecht BH, Fernando RS, Regas J, Betz G. A new method for predicting and confirming ovulation. Fertil Steril. 1985 Aug;44(2):200-5. ref#61

 

Campbell KL. Methods of monitoring ovarian function and predicting ovulation: summary of a meeting. Research Frontiers In Fertility Regulation 1985;3(5):1-16.

 

No authors listed]

A prospective multicentre study to develop universal immunochemical tests for predicting the fertile period in women. World Health Organisation Task Force on Methods for the Determination of the Fertile Period, Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction.

Int J Fertil. 1985;30(3):18-30.

PMID: 2867054

 

[No authors listed]

Temporal relationships between indices of the fertile period.

Fertil Steril. 1983 May;39(5):647-55.

PMID: 6840308

 

 Adlercreutz H, Brown J, Collins W, Goebelsman U, Kellie A, Campbell H, Spieler J, Braissand G.

The measurement of urinary steroid glucuronides as indices of the fertile period in women. World Health Organization, Task Force on Methods for the Determination of the Fertile Period, special programme of research, development and research training in human reproduction.

J Steroid Biochem. 1982 Dec;17(6):695-702.

PMID: 7176659

 

Feghali, V., & Hafez, E.S.E. Physiological parameters of periodic abstinence. Contraceptive Delivery Systems, 1982, 3(3-4), 24.

Collins, W.P., Branch, C.M., Collins, P.O., & Sallam, H.N. (1981). Biochemical indices of the fertile period in women. International Journal of Fertility, 26(3), 345-350.

Methods to self-predict ovulation: A comparative study. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing, 19, 233-237.

France, J.T. (1981). Overview of the biological aspects of the fertile period. International Journal of Fertility, 26(3), 143-152

Moghissi, K.S. Prediction and detection of ovulation. Fertility & Sterility. 1980;34:89-98.

 

Brown, J.B. (1977). Timing of ovulation. Medical Journal of Australia, 2, 780-783.

 

DETECCION DEL PERIODO FERTIL Y USO DE BARRERAS

Gray A, Chowdhury JH, Caldwell B, al-Sabir A.

Coitus-dependent family planning methods: observations from Bangladesh.

Stud Fam Plann. 1999 Mar;30(1):43-53.

PMID: 10216895

 

Bonnar J, Lamprecht V, O'Conner E.

Alternatives to vaginal intercourse practiced during the fertile time among calendar method users in Ireland.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):173-7.

PMID: 9288335

 

France M, France J, Townend K.

Natural family planning in New Zealand: a study of continuation rates and characteristics of users.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):191-8.

PMID: 9288337

 

Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G, Gnoth C, Godehardt E, Kunert J, Baur S, Sottong U.

Natural family planning with and without barrier method use in the fertile phase: efficacy in relation to sexual behavior: a German prospective long-term study.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):179-89.

PMID: 9288336

 

Pyper CM.

Fertility awareness and natural family planning.

Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 1997 Jun;2(2):131-46. Review.

PMID: 9678103

 

Barnett B.

Fertility awareness affects method use.

Network. 1996 Fall;17(1):9.

PMID: 12320448

 

Barnett B.

NFP offers user-control, but requires discipline. Contraceptive update.

Network. 1996 Fall;17(1):17-20.

PMID: 12320444

 

Lamprecht VM, Pyper C.

Fertility awareness and natural family planning. Opinion.

Network. 1996 Fall;17(1):22-3.

PMID: 12320446

 

Gnoth C, Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G, Kunert J, Godehardt E.

Sexual behavior of natural family planning users in Germany and its changes over time.

Adv Contracept. 1995 Jun;11(2):173-85.

PMID: 7491858

 

Cattanach JF.

A diaphragm tampon applied to an ovulation method in a birth control system.

Contraception. 1991 Dec;44(6):607-21.

PMID: 1773618

 

Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G, Baur S, Bremme M, Döring GK, Godehardt EA, Sottong U.

Effectiveness and acceptibility of the symptothermal method of natural family planning in Germany.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):2052-4.

PMID: 1755469

 

Woolley RJ.

Contraception--a look forward, Part I: New spermicides and natural family planning.

J Am Board Fam Pract. 1991 Jan-Feb;4(1):33-46. Review.

PMID: 1781815

Kass-Annese B, Kennedy KI, Forrest K, Danzer H, Reading A, Hughes H.

A study of the vaginal contraceptive sponge used with and without the fertility awareness method.

Contraception. 1989 Dec;40(6):701-14.

PMID: 2695288

 

Dicker D, Wachsman Y, Feldberg D, Ashkenazi J, Yeshaya A, Goldman JA.

The vaginal contraceptive diaphragm and the condom--a reevaluation and comparison of two barrier methods with the rhythm method.

Contraception. 1989 Oct;40(4):497-504.

PMID: 2582773

 

Klaus H.

The role of the clinician in natural family planning.

J Am Coll Health. 1983 Dec;32(3):114-20.

PMID: 6672043

 

Cattanach JF.

Combination of the ovulation method with diaphragm.

Med J Aust. 1980 Nov 1;2(9):511-2.

PMID: 7207351

 

Billings JJ.

Natural family planning.

Med J Aust. 1978 Oct 21;2(9):436.

PMID: 732740

 

ACCURACY

Alliende ME, Cabezón C, Figueroa H, Kottmann C.

Cervicovaginal fluid changes to detect ovulation accurately. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2005 Jul;193(1):71-5.

PMID: 16021061

Fehring R J, Comment Self Evaluation of Cervical-Vaginal Fluid Deemed Accurate Indicator of Ovulation CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Dunlap, A.L., Schultz, R., & Frank, E.

Interpretation of the BBT chart: using the “Gap” technique compared to the Coverline technique.

Contraception, 2005;71:188-192.

Fehring R J, Comment Gap Technique More Accurate than Coverline Technique in Interpreting BBT Chart CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Frank-Herrmann P, Gnoth C, Baur S, Strowitzki T, Freundl G.

Determination of the fertile window: reproductive competence of women--European cycle databases. Gynecol Endocrinol. 2005 Jun;20(6):305-12.

PMID: 16019378

Fehring RJ, Comment: Large European Data Base Indicates STM Effective Method of Family Planning CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Sievert LL, Dubois CA.

Validating signals of ovulation: do women who think they know, really know?

Am J Hum Biol. 2005 May-Jun;17(3):310-20.

PMID: 15849696

 

Fehring R J,  Review Accuracy of Biological Markers of Fertility  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

 

Fehring R J, Review  Accuracy of Cervical Mucus as a Biological Marker for the Beginning of the Fertile Phase of the Menstrual Cycle Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Fehring, R. Accuracy of the peak day of cervical mucus as a biological marker of fertility.

Contraception. 2002;66:231-5.

Ecochard, R. Boehringer, H., Rabilloud, M., & Marret, H. Chronological aspects of ultrasonic, hormonal, and other indirect indices of ovulation. British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 108 (2001): 822-829.

Fehring RJ. Comment. Self-detected Cervical Mucus Peak Symptom Determined to be Accurate and Practical Means of Ovulation Detection NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

Fehring RJ, Review. Analysis: Predicting the Fertile Window Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Behre, H.M., Kuhlage, J., & Gassner, C., et al. Prediction of ovulation by urinary hormone measurements with the home use Clearplan Fertility Monitor: comparison with transvaginal ultrasound scans and serum hormone measurements. Human Reproduction. 12 (2000):2478-2482.

Fehring RJ, Comment. German Researchers Demonstrate Accuracy of the ClearPlan Fertility Monitor CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2001

Tomaselli, G.A., Guida, M., & Palomba, S, et al. Using complete breast-feeding and lactational amenorrhoea as birth spacing methods. Contraception. 61 (April, 2000):253-257

Fehring RJ, Comment.  Study Finds Cervical Mucus Not Reliable for Identifying Fertile Period Among Breast-Feeding Women NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Fehring RJ, Review. Accuracy of Miniature Microscope Fertility Monitors In Question Under the Microscope  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1999

Fehring RJ, Review Review and Analysis of the Peak Day Under the Microscope Review and Analysis of the "Peak Day"  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

Guida, M., Tommaselli, G.A., Palomba, S., et al.

Efficacy of methods for determining ovulation in a natural family planning program.

Fertility & Sterility. November 1999;72:900-4.

Fehring RJ, Comment: MEASURING URINARY LH FOUND TO BE THE MOST ACCURATE METHOD OF SELF-DETECTING OVULATION NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2000

Freundl, G., Frank-Herman, P., & Bremme, M. Results of an efficacy-finding study (EFS) with the computer-thermometer Cyclotest 2 plus containing 207 cycles. Advances in Contraception. 14(1998):201-207

Flynn, A.M., Collins, W.P., & Royston, P., et al., Volumetric self-sampling of cervicovaginal fluid to determine potential fertility: a multicentre pre-effectiveness study of the Rovumeter. Human Reproduction. 12 (August, 1997):1826-1831.

Fehring RJ Comment & review. RovumeterTM Not Accurate in Defining Fertile Period  Under the Microscope CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Moreno, J.E., Khan-Dawood, F.S. & Goldsieher, J. Natural Family Planning: Suitability of the CUE(TM) Method For Defining the Time of Ovulation. Contraception 55 (April, 1997):233-237.

 Cordone, A., Guida, M., Lampariello, C., Bruno, P., & Montemagno, U. (1992). Objective and subjective data for fertile period diagnosis in women comparison of methods. Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology, 19, 15-24.

Moghissi, K.S. (1992). Ovulation detection. Endocrinology & Metabolism Clinics of North America, 21, 39-55. 

Luciano, A.A., Peluso, J., Koch, E.I., Maier, D., Kuslis, S., & Davison, E. (1990). Temporal relationship and reliability of the clinical, hormonal, and ultrasonographic indices of ovulation in infertile women. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 75, 412-416.

Rodriquez, M.H., Mishell, D.R., Jr., Grozinger, C., Cao, J.N., & Lacarra, M. (1990). Comparison of TestPack and Ovustick for predicting ovulation. Journal of Reproductive Medicine, 35, 133-135

Gross, B.A. (1989). Clinical indicators of the fertile period. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 1 [supplement], 45-51.

Gross, B.A. (1987). Natural family planning indicators of ovulation. Clinical Reproduction and Fertility, 5, 91-117.

Leader, A., Wiseman, D., & Taylor, P. (1985). The prediction of ovulation: A comparison of the basal body temperature graph, cervical mucus score, and real time pelvic ultrasonography. Fertility and Sterility, 43, 385-388

[No authors listed] Temporal relationships between indices of the fertile period. Fertil Steril. 1983 May;39(5):647-55.  PMID: 6840308

Etchepareborda, J.J., Rivero, L.V., & Kesseru, E. (1982). Billings natural family planning method correlation of subjective signs with cervical mucus quality and ovulation. Contraception, 28(5), 475-480.

Hilgers, T.W., Bailey, A.J., & Prebil, A.M. (1981). Natural family planning 4. The identification of post ovulatory infertility. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 58(3), 333-339.

Hilgers, T.W., Daly, D., Prebil, A.M., & Hilgers, S.K. (1981). Natural family planning III. Intermenstrual symptoms and estimated time of ovulation. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 58(2), 152-155.

Hilgers, T.W., & Bailey, A.J. (1980). Natural family planning II. Basal body temperature and estimated time of ovulation. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 53(3), 333-339.

Hilgers, T.W., Prebil, A.M., Hilgers, S.K., & Daly, K.D. (1980). The occurrences of ovulation at the midcycle. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 4(3), 227-231.

Hilgers, T.W., & Prebil, A.M. (1979). The ovulation method: Vulvar observations as an index of fertility/infertility. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 53(1), 12-22.

Hilgers, T.W., Abraham, G.E., & Cavanaugh, D. (1978). Natural family planning I. The peak symptom and estimated time of ovulation. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 52(5), 575-582.

Nulsen, J., Wheler, M., Ausmanas, & Blasco, L. (1987). Cervical mucus changes in relationship to urinary luteinizing hormone. Fertility and Sterility, 47, 783-786.

Quaglearello, J., & Arny, M. (1986/March). Inaccuracy of basal body temperature charts in prediction urinary luteinizing hormone surges. Fertility and Sterility, 46, 334-347.

Etchepareborda JJ, Rivero LV, Kesserü E.

Billings natural FP method: correlation of subjective signs with cervical mucus quality and ovulation.

Contraception. 1983 Nov;28(5):475-80.

PMID: 6673902

 

Templeton, A., Penny, G., & Lees, M. (1982). Relation between the luteinizing hormone peak, the nadir of the basal body temperature and the cervical mucus score. British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 89, 985-988.

Moghissi, K.S. (1976). Accuracy of basal body temperature for ovulation detection. Fertility and Sterility, 27(12), 1415-1445.

Morris, N.M., Underwood, L., & Easterling, W. Jr. (1976). Temporal relationship between basal body temperature nadir and luteinizing hormone surge in normal women. Fertility and Sterility, 27, 780-783.

DIAS DE FERTILIDAD POTENCIAL 

 

Keulers MJ, Hamilton CJ, Franx A, Evers JL, Bots RS.

The length of the fertile window is associated with the chance of spontaneously conceiving an ongoing pregnancy in subfertile couples.

Hum Reprod. 2007 Jun;22(6):1652-6. Epub 2007 Apr 20.

PMID: 17449509

Fehring RJ, Comment Fertile Window Length Varies from Couple to Couple CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Scarpa B, Dunson DB.

Bayesian methods for searching for optimal rules for timing intercourse to achieve pregnancy.

Stat Med. 2007 Apr 30;26(9):1920-36.

PMID: 17328097

Fehring R J, Coment Optimal Rules for the Timing of Intercourse to Achieve Pregnancy CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Scarpa B, Dunson DB, Giacchi E.

Bayesian selection of optimal rules for timing intercourse to conceive by using calendar and mucus.

Fertil Steril. 2007 Oct;88(4):915-24. Epub 2007 Jun 28.

PMID: 17601602

 

Stanford JB, Dunson DB.

Effects of sexual intercourse patterns in time to pregnancy studies.

Am J Epidemiol. 2007 May 1;165(9):1088-95. Epub 2007 Feb 8.

PMID: 17289774

 

Ramlau-Hansen CH, Thulstrup AM, Nohr EA, Bonde JP, Sorensen TIA, Olsen J.

Subfecundity in overweight and obese couples.

Human Reproduction, 2007;22:1634-1637.

Fehring R J, Coment Time to Pregnancy Extended for Obese Couples CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Axmon A, Rylander L, Albin M, & Hagner L.

Factors affecting time to pregnancy.

Human Reproduction, 2006;21:1279-1284.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Time to Pregnancy Influenced by Long Cycles and Increased Age CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Colombo B, Mion A, Passarin K, Scarpa B. Cervical mucus symptom and daily fecundability: first results from a new database. Stat Methods Med Res. 2006 Apr;15(2):161-80.

PMID: 16615655

Fehring RJ, Comment: Highest Probability of Pregnancy is On Peak Day of Cervical Mucus CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Mikolajczyk RT, Stanford JB.

Measuring fecundity with standardised estimates of expected pregnancies.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:43-50.

PMID: 17061973

 

Scarpa B, Dunson DB.

Bayesian selection of predictors of conception probabilities across the menstrual cycle.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:30-7.

PMID: 17061971

 

Scarpa B, Dunson DB, Colombo B.

Cervical mucus secretions on the day of intercourse: an accurate marker of highly fertile days. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2006 Mar 1;125(1):72-8. Epub 2005 Sep 8.

PMID: 16154254

Fehring RJ, Comment: Probability of Conception Found to be near 0 on Days of Menstrual Cycle with no Secretions CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Selevan SG, Stanford JB.

Workshop recommendations for the preconception cohort of the National Children's Study.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:60-5.

PMID: 17061975

 

Stanford JB, Dunson DB.

Foreword. Expanding Methodologies for Capturing Day-Specific Probabilities of Conception.

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2006 Nov;20 Suppl 1:1-2. No abstract available.

PMID: 17061967

 

Venners SA, Liu X, Perry MJ, et al.

Urinary estrogen and progesterone metabolite concentrations in menstrual cycles of fertile women with non-conception, early pregnancy loss or clinical pregnancy.

Human Reproduction, Advanced Access - June 23, 2006

Fehring R J, Comment Higher Estrogen Levels Associated with Achieving Clinical Pregnancy CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Vitzthum VJ, Spielvogel H, Thornburg J, West B.

A prospective study of early pregnancy lossin humans.

Fertility and Sterility, 2006;86:373-379.

Fehring R J, Coment Evidence Shows Early Pregnancy Loss Associated with Elevated Follicular Progesterone Levels CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Westphal LM, Polan, ML, Trant AS.

Double-blind, placebocontrolled study of Fertilityblend: a nutritional supplement for improving fertility in women.

Clinical Experimental Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2006;33:205-208.

Fehring RJ, Comment.  Double-blind Study Shows Sub-fertile Women Who Received a Natural Nutritional Fertility Supplement had Significantly Higher Pregnancy Rates  CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Dunson DB, Stanford JB.

Bayesian inferences on predictors of conception probabilities.

Biometrics. 2005 Mar;61(1):126-33.

PMID: 15737085

 

Ecochard R.

Heterogeneity, the masked part of reproductive technology success rates.

Rev Epidemiol Sante Publique. 2005 Nov;53 Spec No 2:2S107-17. Review.

PMID: 16471150

 

Snick HKA.

Should spontaneous or timed intercourse guide couples trying to conceive?

Human Reproduction, 2005;10:2976-77.

Fehring RJ, Comment Efficacy of Fertility Focused Intercourse with NFP Questioned: Timed Intercourse with Ovulation is Not Recommended CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Bigelow JL, Dunson DB, Stanford JB, Ecochard R, Gnoth C, Colombo B.

Mucus observations in the fertile window: a better predictor of conception than timing of intercourse.

Hum Reprod. 2004 Apr;19(4):889-92. Epub 2004 Feb 27. Free full text.

PMID: 14990542

Fehring RJ, Comment Mucus Observations Are Useful for Predicting Days of High Probability for Conception CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

Tingen C, Stanford JB, Dunson DB.

Methodologic and statistical approaches to studying human fertility and environmental exposure.

Environ Health Perspect. 2004 Jan;112(1):87-93. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 14698936

 

Wilcox AJ, Barid DD, Dunson DB, McConnaughey DR, Desner JS, Weinberg DR.

On the frequency of intercourse around ovulation: evidence for biological influences.

Human Reproduction, 2004;19:1539-1543.

Fehring R J, Comment & review Intercourse Found to be Most Frequent During the Fertile Window – But Might Acelerate Ovulation CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

Fehring R J,  Review Day Specific Probabilities of Fecundity  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Freundl G, Godehardt E, Kern PA, Frank-Herrmann P, Koubenec HJ, Gnoth Ch. Estimated maximum failure rates of cycle monitors using daily conception probabilities in the menstrual cycle. Hum Reprod. 2003 Dec;18(12):2628-33.

PMID: 14645183

Fehring R J, Comment QUALITY OF FERTILITY MONITORS ASSESSED BY GERMAN RESEARCHERS CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Gnoth C, Godehardt D, Godehardt E, Frank-Herrmann P, Freundl G.

Time to pregnancy: results of the German prospective study and impact on the management of infertility. Human Reproduction, 2003;189:1959-1966

PMID: 12923157

Fehring R J, Comment & review CLOSE TO 90% OF FERTILE COUPLES ACHIEVE PREGNANCY WITHIN 6 MONTHS USING STM AND FERTILITY FOCUSED INTERCOURSE CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Stanford JB, Smith KR, Dunson DB.

Vulvar mucus observations and the probability of pregnancy.

Obstet Gynecol. 2003 Jun;101(6):1285-93.

PMID: 12798538

Fehring RJ, Comment STUDY SUGGESTS THAT PEAK MUCUS DAY HAS HIGHEST PROBABILITY FOR CONCEPTION CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Dunson, D.B., Columbo, B., & Baird, D.D.

Changes with age in the level and duration of fertility in the menstrual cycle.

Human Reproduction. 17 (2002):1399-1403. .

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/htbin-post/Entrez/query?db=m&form=6&dopt=r&uid=11980771

 

Stanford JB, White GL, Hatasaka H.

Timing intercourse to achieve pregnancy: current evidence.

Obstet Gynecol. 2002 Dec;100(6):1333-41. Review.

PMID: 12468181

 

Dunson D, Colombo B.

Bayesian modeling of markers of day-specific fertility.

J Amer Statist Assoc 2002;in press.

 

Dunson, D.B., Sinai, I., & Colombo, B.

The relationship between cervical secretions and the daily probabilities of pregnancy: effectiveness of the TwoDay Algorithm.

Human Reproduction. 16(2001):2278-2282.

Fehring R J, Comment  Evidence Shows that Cervical Secretions are Associated with Higher Fecundability NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 1 & 2, Spring/Winter 2002

Stanford JB,  Comment NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 1 & 2, Spring/Winter 2002

 

Dunson DB, Weinberg CR, Baird DD, Kesner JS, Wilcox AJ.

Assessing human fertility using several markers of ovulation.

Stat Med 2001;20(6):965-78.

 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/htbin-post/Entrez/query?db=m&form=6&dopt=r&uid=11252016

 

Dunson DB.

Bayesian modeling of the level and duration of fertility in the menstrual cycle.

Biometrics 2001;57(4):1067-73.

 

Colombo B, Masarotto G.

Daily fecundability: First results from a new database.

Demographic Research 2000;3(5). www.demographic-research.org

 

Wilcox, A.J., Dunson, D., & Baird, D.D.

The timing of the "fertile window" in the menstrual cycle: day specific estimates from a prospective study. British Medical Journal 2000 Nov 18;321(7271):1259-1262.

Fehring R J, Comment Researchers Estimate That the Timing of the 6 Day Window of Fertility is Highly Variable NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

 

Dunson, D.B., Baird, D.D., & Wilcox, A.J., et al.

Day-specific probabilities of clinical pregnancy based on two studies with imperfect measures of ovulation. Human Reproduction. 14 (7)(July, 1999):1835-1839.

Fehring RJ, Comment & review. PEAK OF FERTILITY DETERMINED TO BE THE DAY BEFORE OVULATION: Assessment of Cervical Mucus Recommended For Couples Who Want Either To Avoid or Facilitate Conception Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

 

Gray RH, Simpson JL, Bitto AC, Queenan JT, Li C, Kambic RT, Perez A, Mena P, Barbato M, Stevenson W, Jennings V.

Sex ratio associated with timing of insemination and length of the follicular phase in planned and unplanned pregnancies during use of natural family planning.

Hum Reprod. 1998 May;13(5):1397-400.

PMID: 9647580

Bitto, A., 1Gray, R.H., & Simpson, J.L. et al. Adverse Outcomes of Planned and Unplanned Pregnancies among Users of Natural Family Planning: A Prospective Study. American Journal of Public Health. 87 (March, 1997):338-343.

Ferreira-Poblete A.

The probability of conception on different days of the cycle with respect to ovulation: an overview.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):83-95. Review.

PMID: 9288325

 

Masarotto G, Romualdi C.

Probability of conception on different days of the menstrual cycle: an ongoing exercise.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):105-15.

PMID: 9288327

 

Snick HK, Snick TS, Evers JL, Collins JA.

The spontaneous pregnancy prognosis in untreated subfertile couples: the Walcheren primary care study.

Hum Reprod. 1997 Jul;12(7):1582-8. Free full text

PMID: 9262301

Fehring RJ, Comment Similar cumulative pregnancy rates without fertitility focused intercourse 40, 75, 98 and 97% at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months respectively. . CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Weinberg CR, Zhou H.

Model-based approaches to studying fertility and contraceptive efficacy.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):97-103. Review.

PMID: 9288326

 

Wilcox AJ, Weinberg CR, Baird DD.

Timing of sexual intercourse in relation to ovulation. Effects on probability of conception, survival of the pregnancy, and sex of baby.

N Engl J Med 1995;333(23):1517-21.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/htbin-post/Entrez/query?db=m&form=6&dopt=r&uid=7477165

 

Hilgers, T.W., Daly, K.D., Prebil, A.M. and Hilgers, S.K.

Cumulative pregnancy rates in patients with apparently normal fertility and fertility-focused intercourse. Journal of Reproductive Medicine. 1992:37:864-866.

Fehring R J, Comment &review CLOSE TO 90% OF FERTILE COUPLES ACHIEVE PREGNANCY WITHIN 6 MONTHS USING STM AND FERTILITY FOCUSED INTERCOURSE CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

Wilcox, A.J., Weinberg,C.R., & O'Connor, J.F., et al. Incidence of early loss of pregnancy. New England Journal of Medicine 319 (1988):189-194.

Schwartz D, MacDonald PDM, Heuchel V. Fecundability, coital frequency, and the viability of ova. Popul Stud 1980;34:397-400.

 Barrett JC, Marshall J. The risk of conception on different days of the menstrual cycle. Popul Stud 1969;23(3):455-61.

 

 

RESULTADO DEL EMBARAZO

Resultados Adversos

Bovens L.

The rhythm method and embryonic death.

J Med Ethics. 2006 Jun;32(6):355-6. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 16731736

Fehring RJ, Comment: The Rhythm Method and Embryonic Death Current Medical Research 2007; Supplement  Winter/Spring:20-23. CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

 Speroff L, Fritz MA. Recurrent early pregnancy loss. In Clinical Gynecology Endocrinology and

Infertility. Phildelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2005:1069-1101.

 

Tarin JJ, Pérez-Albala S, Cano A.

Consequences on offspring of abnormal function in ageing gametes.

Human Reproduction Updates, 2000;6:532-549.

Wilcox, A.J., Baird, D.D., & Weinberg, C.R. Time of implantation of the conceptus and loss of pregnancy. New England Journal of Medicine. 340 (June 10, 1999):1796-9. (Timing of Implantation and Pregnancy Loss)

Wilcox, A.J., Weinberg, C.R., & Baird, D.D. (1998). Post-ovulatory aging of the human oocyte and embryo failure. Human Reproduction, 13, 394-397.

 

Barbato M, Bitto A, Gray RH, Simpson JL, Queenan JT, Kambic RT, Perez A, Mena P, Pardo F, Stevenson W, Tagliabue G, Jennings V, Li C.

Effects of timing of conception on birth weight and preterm delivery of natural family planning users.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):215-28.

PMID: 9288339

 

Bitto A, Gray RH, Simpson JL, Queenan JT, Kambic RT, Perez A, Mena P, Barbato M, Li C, Jennings V.

Adverse outcomes of planned and unplanned pregnancies among users of natural family planning: a prospective study.

Am J Public Health. 1997 Mar;87(3):338-43. Free full text.

PMID: 9096531

Fehring RJ, Comment. No increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes was observed Among women who experienced an unplanned pregnancy while using natural family planning. Reviews & Analysis CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Castilla EE, Lopez-Camelo JS, da Graça Dutra M, Queenan JT, Simpson JL.

The frequency and spectrum of congenital anomalies in natural family planning users in South America: no increase in a case-control study. NFP-ECLAMC Group. Natural Family Planning. Latin-American Collaborative Study of Congenital Malformations.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Dec;13(4):395-404.

PMID: 9404549

 

Mena P, Bitto A, Barbato M, Perez A, Gray RH, Simpson JL, Queenan JT, Kambic RT, Pardo F, Stevenson W, Tagliabue G, Jennings V, Li C.

Pregnancy complications in natural family planning users.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):229-37.

PMID: 9288340

 

Simpson JL, Gray RH, Perez A, Mena P, Barbato M, Castilla EE, Kambic RT, Pardo F, Tagliabue G, Stephenson WS, Bitto A, Li C, Jennings VH, Spieler JM, Queenan JT.

Pregnancy outcome in natural family planning users: cohort and case-control studies evaluating safety.

Adv Contracept. 1997 Jun-Sep;13(2-3):201-14. Review.

PMID: 9288338

 

Pelz J.

Natural family planning and Down syndrome--matching and confounding in a case control study.

Am J Med Genet. 1996 Dec 18;66(3):363-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 8985501

 

James WH.

Down syndrome and natural family planning.

Am J Med Genet. 1996 Dec 18;66(3):365-6. No abstract available.

PMID: 8985502

 

Simpson, J.L., Gray, R.H., Queenan, J.T., Barbato, M., Perez, A., Mena, P., Kambic, R.T., Pardo, F., Stevenson, W., Li, C., & Jennings, V. (1996). Further evidence that infection is an infrequent cause of first trimester spontaneous abortion. Human Reproduction, 11(9), 2058-2060.

 Gray RH, Simpson JL, Kambic RT, Queenan JT, Mena P, Perez A, Barbato M.

Timing of conception and the risk of spontaneous abortion among pregnancies occurring during the use of natural family planning.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1995 May;172(5):1567-72.

PMID: 7755073

 

Castilla EE, Simpson JL, Queenan JT.

Down syndrome is not increased in offspring of natural family planning users (case control analysis)

Am J Med Genet. 1995 Dec 4;59(4):525. No abstract available.

PMID: 8585578

 

Simpson JL, Gray RH, Queenan JT, Mena P, Perez A, Kambic RT, Pardo F, Barbato M, Spieler J.

Timing of intercourse.

Hum Reprod. 1995 Aug;10(8):2176-7. No abstract available.

PMID: 8567867

Wilcox, A.J., Weinberg, C.R., & Baird, D.D. (1995). Timing of sexual intercourse in relation to ovulation. Effects on the probability of conception, survival of the pregnancy, and sex of the baby. The New England Journal of Medicine, 333, 1517-1521.

 

Simpson, J.T., Gray, R.L., Queenan, J.T., Kambic, R.T., Perez, A., Mena, P., Barbato, M., Pardo, F., Tagliabue, G., et al. (1992). Assessing safety in natural family planning users. Advances in Contraception, 8, 185-186.

Simpson JL, Gray R, Perez A, Mena P, Queenan JT, Barbato M, Pardo F, Kambic R, Jennings V.

Fertilisation involving ageing gametes, major birth defects, and Down's syndrome.

Lancet. 2002 May 11;359(9318):1670-1.

PMID: 12020531

Wilcox, A.J., Baird, D.D., & Weinberg, C.R. Time of implantation of the conceptus and loss of pregnancy. New England Journal of Medicine. 340 (June 10, 1999):1796-9. Fehring RJ, Comment.  Timing of Implantation and Pregnancy Loss Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

France, J.T., Graham, F.M., Gosling, L., Hair, P., & Knox, B.S. (1992). Characteristics of natural conceptual cycles occurring in a prospective study of sex preselection: Fertility awareness symptoms, hormone levels, sperm survival, and pregnancy outcomes. International Journal of Fertility, 37, 244-255.

 

Simpson, J.L., Gray, R.H., Queenan, J.T., Kambic, R.T., Perez, A., Mena, P., Barbato, M., Pardo, F., Tagliabue, G., Bitto, A., Stevenson, W.S. (1991). Fetal outcome among pregnancies in natural family planning acceptors: An international cohort study. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 165, 1981-1982. [Supplement, 2, 165-166.

Kambic, R., Gray, R.H., & Simpson, J.L. (1989). Outcome of pregnancy in users of natural family planning. International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 1 [supplement], 99-110.

Kambic, R., Gray, R.H., & Simpson, J.L. (1988). Aging gametes and NFP: What is currently known? International Review of Natural Family Planning, 12(3), 226-249.

Roetzer, J. (1988). Natural family planning and pregnancy outcome. International Journal of Fertility, 33 [supplement], 40-42.

Simpson, J.L., Gray, R.H., Queenan, J.T., Mena, P., Perez, A., Kambic, R.T., Tagliabue, G., Pardo, F., Stevenson, W.S., Barbato, M. (1988). Pregnancy outcome associated with natural family planning NFP scientific basis and experimental design for an international cohort study. Advances in Contraception, 4, 247-264.

Jongbloet, P.H. (1985). The aging gamete in relation to birth control failures and Down syndrome. European Journal of Pediatrics, 144(4), 343-347.

Gray, R.H. (1984). Aged gametes, adverse pregnancy outcomes and natural family planning: An epidemiologic review. Contraception, 30(4), 297-309.

World Health Organization. (1984). A prospective multicenter study of the ovulation method of natural family planning IV: The outcome of pregnancy. Fertility and Sterility, 41(4), 593-598.

Bracken, M.S. (1983/March). Frequency of non-hormonal contraception around conception and association with congenital malformations in offspring. American Journal of Epidemiology, 117(3), 281-291. Link ref#26

Guerrero, R. (1978/November). The aging of gametes: The known and the unknown. Linacre Quarterly, 45(4), 345-357.

Guerrero R, Rojas OI. Spontaneous abortion and aging of human ova and spermatozoa. New

England Journal of Medicine, 1975;293:573-575

Guerrero, R., & Lanctot, D. (1970/May). Aging of fertilizing gametes and spontaneous abortion: Effect of the day of ovulation and the time of insemination. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 107, 263-267.

Billings, E.L., & Billings, J.J. (1977). Pregnancy investigation. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 1(1), 35-39

Haring B. New dimension of responsible parenthood. Theological Studies, 1976:37:120-132.

Sexo, ratio

Hesheth T, Xing ZW.

Abnormal sex ratios in human populations: causes and consequences.

Proceedings of The National Academy of Sciences, 2006:103(36):13271-13275. 

Fehring RJ, Comment. Ninety to One-Hundred Million Women Missing in World CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Simpson JL, Carson SA.

The reproductive option of sex selection.

Hum Reprod. 1999 Apr;14(4):870-2. No abstract available. Free full text

PMID: 10221210

 

Gray RH, Simpson JL, Bitto AC, Queenan JT, Li C, Kambic RT, Perez A, Mena P, Barbato M, Stevenson W, Jennings V.

Sex ratio associated with timing of insemination and length of the follicular phase in planned and unplanned pregnancies during use of natural family planning.

Hum Reprod. 1998 May;13(5):1397-400. Free full text.

PMID: 9647580

Fehring RJ, Comment.  Study shows that sex of baby is not associated with time of intercourse, length of follicular phase or planning status, among users of Natural Family Planning. Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1999

 

Hilsenrath RE, Swarup M, Bischoff FZ, Buster JE, Carson SA.

Effect of sexual abstinence on the proportion of X-bearing sperm as assessed by multicolor fluorescent in situ hybridization.

Fertil Steril. 1997 Sep;68(3):510-3.

PMID: 9314924

 

Weinberg, C., Baird, D., & Wilcox, A. (1995).

The sex of the baby may be related to the length of the follicular phase in the conception cycle.

Human Reproduction, 10, 304- 307.

 

Wilcox, A.J., Weinberg, C.R., & Baird, D.D. (1995).

Timing of sexual intercourse in relation to ovulation. Effects on the probability of conception, survival of the pregnancy, and sex of the baby.

The New England Journal of Medicine, 333, 1517-1521.

 

France, J.T., Graham, F.M., Gosling, L., Hair, P., & Knox, B.S. (1992).

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International Journal of Fertility, 37, 244-255.

 

Gray, R.H. (1991).

Natural family planning and sex selection: Fact or fiction?

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 165, 1982-1984.

 

Zarutskie, P.W., Muller, C.H., Magone, M., & Soules, M.R. (1989).

The clinical relevance of sex selection techniques.

Fertility & Sterility, 52, 891-905.

 

Carson SA.

Sex selection: the ultimate in family planning.

Fertil Steril. 1988 Jul;50(1):16-9.

PMID: 3164280

 

Perez, A., Eger, R., Domenichini, V., Kambic, R., & Gray, R.H. (1985).

Sex ratio associated with natural family planning [letter].

Fertility and Sterility, 43(1), 152-153.

 

France JT, Graham FM, Gosling L, Hair PI.

A prospective study of the preselection of the sex of offspring by timing intercourse relative to ovulation.

Fertil Steril. 1984 Jun;41(6):894-900.

PMID: 6586497

 

World Health Organization.

A prospective multicenter study of the ovulation method of natural family planning IV: The outcome of pregnancy.

Fertility and Sterility, 1984, 41(4), 593-598.

 

Vollman RF.

Gender of infants conceived on different days of the menstrual cycle.

N Engl J Med. 1979 Nov 15;301(20):1125. No abstract available.

PMID: 492265

 

Guerrero, V., & Guerrero, R. 

Sex ratio: A statistical association with the type and time of insemination in the menstrual cycle. International Journal of Fertility, 1970, 15, 221-225.

 

 

 

FOLICULOGENESIS Y OVULACION

 

Craig J, Orisaka M, Wang H, Orisaka S, Thompson W, Zhu C, Kotsuji F, Tsang BK.

Gonadotropin and intra-ovarian signals regulating follicle development and atresia: the delicate balance between life and death.

Front Biosci. 2007 May 1;12:3628-39. Review.

PMID: 17485326

 

Hutt KJ, Albertini DF.

An oocentric view of folliculogenesis and embryogenesis.

Reprod Biomed Online. 2007 Jun;14(6):758-64. Review.

PMID: 17579993

 

Kimura N, Hoshino Y, Totsukawa K, Sato E.

Cellular and molecular events during oocyte maturation in mammals: molecules of cumulus-oocyte complex matrix and signalling pathways regulating meiotic progression.

Soc Reprod Fertil Suppl. 2007;63:327-42. Review.

PMID: 17566282

 

Miyano T, Manabe N.

Oocyte growth and acquisition of meiotic competence.

Soc Reprod Fertil Suppl. 2007;63:531-8. Review.

PMID: 17566297

 

Palermo R.

Differential actions of FSH and LH during folliculogenesis.

Reprod Biomed Online. 2007 Sep;15(3):326-37. Review.

PMID: 17854533

 

Pangas SA.

Growth factors in ovarian development.

Semin Reprod Med. 2007 Jul;25(4):225-34. Review.

PMID: 17594603

 

Uzumcu M, Zachow R.

Developmental exposure to environmental endocrine disruptors: consequences within the ovary and on female reproductive function.

Reprod Toxicol. 2007 Apr-May;23(3):337-52. Epub 2006 Nov 6. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 17140764

 

Zheng P, Dean J.

Oocyte-specific genes affect folliculogenesis, fertilization, and early development.

Semin Reprod Med. 2007 Jul;25(4):243-51. Review.

PMID: 17594605

 

Balasch J, Fábregues F.

LH in the follicular phase: neither too high nor too low.

Reprod Biomed Online. 2006 Apr;12(4):406-15. Review.

PMID: 16740211

 

Berkholtz CB, Shea LD, Woodruff TK.

Extracellular matrix functions in follicle maturation.

Semin Reprod Med. 2006 Sep;24(4):262-9. Review.

PMID: 16944423

 

Drummond AE.

The role of steroids in follicular growth.

Reprod Biol Endocrinol. 2006 Apr 10;4:16. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 16603089

 

Knight PG, Glister C.

TGF-beta superfamily members and ovarian follicle development.

Reproduction. 2006 Aug;132(2):191-206. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 16885529

 

 

Ginther OJ, Beg MA, Gastal EL, Gastal MO, Baerwald AR, Pierson RA.

Systemic concentrations of hormones during the development of follicular waves in mares and women: a comparative study.

Reproduction. 2005 Sep;130(3):379-88. Free full text.

PMID: 16123245

 

Irving-Rodgers HF, Rodgers RJ.

Extracellular matrix in ovarian follicular development and disease.

Cell Tissue Res. 2005 Oct;322(1):89-98. Epub 2005 Nov 3. Review.

PMID: 16158327

 

Ginther OJ, Gastal EL, Gastal MO, Bergfelt DR, Baerwald AR, Pierson RA.

Comparative study of the dynamics of follicular waves in mares and women.

Biol Reprod. 2004 Oct;71(4):1195-201. Epub 2004 Jun 9. Free full text.

PMID: 15189824

 

 

McKenzie LJ, Pangas SA, Carson SA, Kovanci E, Cisneros P, Buster JE, Amato P, Matzuk MM. Human cumulus granulosa cell gene expression: a predictor of fertilization and embryo selection in women undergoing IVF. Free full text

Hum Reprod. 2004 Dec;19(12):2869-74. Epub 2004 Oct 7.

PMID: 15471935

 

Requena A, Neuspiller F, Cobo AC, Aragonés M, García-Velasco JA, Remohí J, Simón C, Pellicer A.

Endocrinological and ultrasonographic variations after immature oocyte retrieval in a natural cycle.

Hum Reprod. 2001 Sep;16(9):1833-7. Free full text.

PMID: 11527884

 

Buffet NC, Bouchard P.

The neuroendocrine regulation of the human ovarian cycle.

Chronobiol Int. 2001 Nov;18(6):893-919. Review.

PMID: 11777079

 

Roche JF.

Control and regulation of folliculogenesis--a symposium in perspective.

Rev Reprod. 1996 Jan;1(1):19-27. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 9414434

 

Zegers-Hochschild F, Gómez Lira C, Parada M, Altieri Lorenzini E.

A comparative study of the follicular growth profile in conception and nonconception cycles.

Fertil Steril. 1984 Feb;41(2):244-7.

PMID: 6698218

 

Mellizos

 

Beemsterboer SN, Homburg R, Gorter NA, Schats R, Hompes PGA, & Lambalk CB.

The paradox of declining fertility but increasing twinning rates with advancing maternal age.

Human Reproduction, 2006; (Epub) February 23, 2006.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Chance of Double Ovulation Increases as Women Age CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Gilfillan CP, Robertson DM, Burger HG, Leoni MA, Hurley VA, Martin NG.

The control of ovulation in mothers of dizygotic twins.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1996 Apr;81(4):1557-62.

PMID: 8636367

 

Lambalk CB, Boomsma DI, De Boer L, De Koning CH, Schoute E, Popp-Snijders C, Schoemaker J.

Increased levels and pulsatility of follicle-stimulating hormone in mothers of hereditary dizygotic twins.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1998 Feb;83(2):481-6. Free full text

PMID: 9467561

 

CICLO MENSTRUAL

 

Aspectos varios

 

Furberg AS, Jasienska G, Bjurstam N, Torjesen PA, Emaus A, Lipson SF, Ellison PT, Thune I.

Metabolic and hormonal profiles: HDL cholesterol as a plausible biomarker of breast cancer risk. The Norwegian EBBA Study.

Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2005 Jan;14(1):33-40.

PMID: 15668473

 

 

Bomba M, Gambra A, Bonini L, Peroni M, Neri F, Scagliola P, Nacinovic R.

Endocrine profiles and neuropsychologic correlates of functional hypothalamic amenorrhea in adolescents. Fertility and Sterility, 2007;87:876-875.

Fehring RJ, Comment 55% of secondary amenorrea is due to FHA, a result of stress, poor nutrition, and being underweight  CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Vitzthum VJ, Spielvogel H, Thornburg J, West B.

A prospective study of early pregnancy loss in humans.

Fertility and Sterility,  2006;86:373-379.

Fehring RJ, Comment Evidence Shows Early Pregnancy Loss Associated with Elevated Follicular Progesterone Levels CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Chanley SM, Manatunga AK, Klein M, Feigelson HS, Dominquez CE, McChesney R, Marcus M.

Menstrual cycle characteristics: associations with fertility and spontaneous abortion.

Epidemiology, 2006;17:52-60.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Menstrual Cycle Lengths between 30-31 days Associated with Highest Fecundity. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Fehring RJ, Schneider M, Raviele K.

Variability in the phases of the menstrual cycle.

J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2006 May-Jun;35(3):376-84.

PMID: 16700687

 

Pietrzak B, Cyganek A, Jabiry-Zieniewicz Z, Bobrowska K, Durlik M, Paczek L, Kamiński P.

Function of the ovaries in female kidney transplant recipients.

Transplant Proc. 2006 Jan-Feb;38(1):180-3.

PMID: 16504697

 

MacGregor, E.,A., Frith, A., Ellis, J., & Aspinall, L.

Predicting menstrual migraine with a homeuse fertility monitor.

Neurology, 2005; 64:561-563.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Monitoring Menstrual Cycle is Helpful forPredicting and Treating Menstrual Migraines. CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Duijkers IJM, Engels L, Kippling C.

Length of the menstrual cycle after discontinuation of oral contraceptives.

Gynecologic Endocrinology,

2005;20:74-79

Fehring RJ, Comment. No difference in menstrual cycle length among women stopping OCs compared to women who have not used OCs. CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Grabmeier B, Landthaler M, Hohenleutner S.

 [The menstrual cycle and the skin]

J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2005 Jan;3(1):52-63; quiz 64-5. Review. German. No abstract available.

PMID: 16353751

 

Barron ML. Proactive management of menstrual cycle abnormalities in young women.

J Perinat Neonatal Nurs. 2004 Apr-Jun;18(2):81-92. Review.

PMID: 15214247

 

Creinin, M.D., Keverline, S., & Meyn, L.A.

How regular is regular? An analysis of menstrual cycle regularity.

Contraception. 70 (2004): 289-292.

Fehring RJ, Comment: What is a Regular Menstrual Cycle? Statistical Parameters of the Menstrual Cycle. CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2005

 

Liu, Y., Gold, E.B., Lasley, B.L., & Jonson, W.O.

Factors affecting menstrual cycle characteristics.

American Journal of Epidemiology, 2004;160:131-140.

Fehring R J, Coment Mean cycle length and phase lengths were significantly associated with length of the prior luteal phase. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2006

 

Baerwald, A.R., Adams, G.P., & Pierson, R.A.

A new model for ovarian follicular development during the human menstrual cycle.

Fertility and Sterility. 2003;80:116-122.

Fehring RJ, Comment: WAVES OF FOLLICULAR DEVELOPMENT FOUND IN HUMAN MENSTRUAL CYCLES  CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 Brown J, Comments on the article from the Reproductive Research Unit of the University of Saskatchewan, 2003 Multiple Ovulations

 

 

Chu MC, Rath KM, Huie J, Taylor HS.

Elevated basal FSH in normal cycling women is associated with unfavourable lipid levels and increased cardiovascular risk.

Hum Reprod. 2003 Aug;18(8):1570-3.

PMID: 12871864

 

Alliende ME.

Mean versus individual hormonal profiles in the menstrual cycle.

Fertil Steril. 2002 Jul;78(1):90-5.

PMID: 12095496

Fehring RJ, Comment: Researchers Find Hormonal Variability Among Normal Menstrual Cycles. Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

 

Joseph-Horn, R., Mason, H., Batty, S. et al.

Luteal phase progesterone excretion in ovulatory women with polycystic ovaries.

Human Reproduction. 17 (2002): 1459-1463.  

Fehring RJ, Comment: Progesterone Levels Found to be Adequate Among Women With Polycystic Ovaries. Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2002

 

Kumar, N.B., Cantor, A., & Allen, K., et al.

The specific role of isoflavones on estrogen metabolism in premenopausal women.

Cancer. 2002;94:1166-74.

Fehring RJ, Comment. ISOFLAVONES LENGTHEN MENSTRUAL CYCLE AND MAY HELP PREVENT BREAST CANCER CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

Rowland, A.S., Baird, D.D., & Long, S. et al. Influence of medical conditions and lifestyle factors on the menstrual cycle. Epidemiology. 13 (2002):668-674. Coment: Fehring R, Lifestyle Factors and Menstrual Cycle Variability

Ecochard, R., & Gougeon, A. Side of ovulation and cycle characteristics in normally fertile women. Human Reproduction. 15 (2000):752-755. Comment: Fehring R, Side of Ovulation Found to be Random Among Women With Normal Fertility. CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2001

Harlow BL, Signorello LB, Hall JE, Dailey C, Komaroff AL.

Reproductive correlates of chronic fatigue syndrome.

Am J Med 1998;105(3A):94S-9S.

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Leach RE, Moghissi KS, Randolph JF, Reame NE, Blacker CM, Ginsburg KA, Diamond MP.

Intensive hormone monitoring in women with unexplained infertility: evidence for subtle abnormalities suggestive of diminished ovarian reserve.

Fertil Steril. 1997 Sep;68(3):413-20.

PMID: 9314906

Rapkin, Andrea J. et.al., Progesterone Metabolite Allopregnanolone in Women with PMS. Fertility and Sterility 90 (Nov. 97): 709-714.Cvetkovich L, Comment  Abstracts CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Subramanian MG, Kowalczyk CL, Leach RE, Lawson DM, Blacker CM, Ginsburg KA, Randolph JF Jr, Diamond MP, Moghissi KS.

Midcycle increase of prolactin seen in normal women is absent in subjects with unexplained infertility.

Fertil Steril. 1997 Apr;67(4):644-7.

PMID: 9093188

 

Harlow SD, Ephross SA.

Epidemiology of menstruation and its relevance to women's health.

Epidemiol Rev. 1995;17(2):265-86. Review.

PMID: 8654511

Vercellini, Paolo, et.al., Menstrual Characteristics in Women With and Without Endometriosis.Obstetrics and Gynecology 90 (August 1997): 264-267. Cvetkovich L, Comment  Abstracts CMR - Vol. 9, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 1998

Mancuso, S., Fulghesu, A.M., Di Simone, N., Riccardi, P., Vitale, E., Castellani, R., Bellante, F.P., & Lanzone, A. (1991). Changes in fatty acids sebum composition during human menstrual cycle: Possible relationships with fertile period. Acta Europaea Fertilitatis, 22, 43-45.

Reame, N.E. (1992). A prospective study of the menstrual cycle and spinal cord injury. American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 71, 15-21.

Klaus, H., & Martin, J.L. (1989). Recognition of ovulatory/anovulatory cycle pattern in adolescents by mucus self-detection. Journal of Adolescent Health Care, 10, 93-96.

Johannisson E, Landgren BM, Rohr HP, Diczfalusy E. Endometrial morphology and peripheral hormone levels in women with regular menstrual cycles. Fertility and Sterility 1987;48(3):401-8. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=3622793

Loverro G, Aventaggiato E, Granata A, Greco P, Restaino A, Selvaggi L.

Behavior of preovulatory markers in normal and abnormal cycles.

 Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 1986;65(1):53-6

 

 

Yen SS, Quigley ME, Reid RL, Ropert JF, Cetel NS. Neuroendocrinology of opioid peptides and their role in the control of gonadotropin and prolactin secretion. Am J Obstet Gynecol 1985;152(4):485-93. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=2990210

 

Thorneycroft IH, Boyers SP.

The human menstrual cycle: correlation of hormonal patterns and clinical signs and symptoms.

Obstet Gynecol Annu. 1983;12:199-225. Review. No abstract available.

PMID: 6408540

 

World Health Organization. (1983). A prospective multicenter trial of the ovulation method of natural family planning III. Characteristics of the menstrual cycle and the fertile phase. Fertility and Sterility, 40(6), 773-778.

Burger, H.G. (1981). Neuroendocrine control of human ovulation. International Journal of Fertility, 26, 153-160.

Vollman, R.F. (1977). Assessment of the fertile and sterile phases of the menstrual cycle. International Review of Natural Family Planning, 1(1), 40-47.

Vollman, R.F. (1977). The menstrual cycle. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders.

Punnonen R, Nummi S, Ylikorkala O, Alapiessa U, Karvonen P, Vinikka L.

A composite picture of the normal menstrual cycle.

Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand Suppl. 1976;(51):63-70. No abstract available.

PMID: 1065183

 

Moghissi, K.S., Syner, F.N., & Evans, T.N. (1972). A composite picture of the menstrual cycle. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 114, 405-418.

Ciclos largos e irregulares

Bertuccio P, Tavani A, Gallus S, Negri E, La Vecchia C.

Menstrual and reproductive factors and risk of non-fatal acute myocardial infarction in Italy.

European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecologic, and Reproductive Biology, Feb, 13, 2007 

Fehring RJ, Comment Women Smokers with Irregular Menstrual Cycles have

Increased Risk for Acute Myocardial Infarction CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Azevedo GD, Duarte JM, Souza MO, Costa-E-Silva TD, Soares EM, Marandao TM.

Menstrual cycle irregularity as a marker of cardiovascular risk factors at postmenopausal years. Brazilian Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2006;50:876-882.

Fehring RJ, Comment. Menstrual Cycle Irregularity Related to Increased Risk for Cardiovascular Disease  CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Matthews KA, Santoro N, Lasley B., et al.,

Relation of cardiovascular risk factors in women approaching menopause to menstrual cycle characteristics and reproductive hormones in the follicular and luteal phases.

Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2006, Feb, 21. Fehring R J, Coment Longer Menstrual Cycle Length Associated with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Risk Factors CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

Solomon, C.G., Hu, F.B., Dunaif, A. et al. Long or highly irregular menstrual cycles as a marker for risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Journal of the American Medical Association. 286 (2001):2421-2426.

Fehring RJ,  Comment: Long and Irregular Menstrual Cycles Found to be Risks for Type II Diabetes. Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 1 & 2, Spring/Winter 2002

Coulam CB, Annegers JF, Kranz JS. Chronic anovulation syndrome and associated neoplasia. Obstet Gynecol 1983;61(4):403-7. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6828267

Ciclos post parto

Velasquez EV, Trigo RV, Creus S, Campo S, & Croxatto HB.

Pituitary-ovarian axis during lactational amenorrhoea. 1. Longitudinal assessment of follicular growth, gonadotrophins, sex steroid and inhibin levels before and after recovery of menstrual cyclicity.

Human Reproduction, 2006;21:909-915.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Follicular Growth During Lactational Amenorrhea Higher than Early and Mid-Follicular Phases of Menstrual Cycle CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Hatherley LI.

Late infertile days in early postpartum cycles.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1985 Mar;3(1):73-80.

PMID: 4038908

 

Hatherley LI.

Natural family planning after pregnancy. A problem for women with previously irregular menstrual cycles.

Clin Reprod Fertil. 1985 Sep;3(3):197-203.

PMID: 4084891

 

Perez, A. (1981). Natural family planning: Post partum period. International Journal of Fertility, 26(3), 219-221.

Hormonas Periconcepcionales

Campbell, Kenneth L. (2006) Biomarkers of ovulation, endometrial receptivity, fertilisation, implantation and early pregnancy progression. Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology 20(s1)

 

Venners SA, Liu X, Perry MJ, et al.

Urinary estrogen and progesterone metabolite concentrations in menstrual cycles of fertile women with non-conception, early pregnancy loss or clinical pregnancy.

Human Reproduction, Advanced Access - June 23, 2006

Fehring RJ, Comment. Higher Estrogen Levels Associated with Achieving Clinical Pregnancy CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Vitzthum VJ, Spielvogel H, Thornburg J, West B.

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Chen J, Qiu Q, Lohstroh PN, Overstreet JW, Lasley BL.

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Int J Fertil 1992;37(4):244-55

 

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Evaluación ciclo con utrasonido

 

Jokubkiene L, Sladkevicius P, Rovas L, Valentin L.

Assessment of changes in volume and vascularity of the ovaries during the normal menstrual cycle using three-dimensional power Doppler ultrasound.

Hum Reprod. 2006 Oct;21(10):2661-8. Epub 2006 Jun 14. Free full text.

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Jokubkiene L, Sladkevicius P, Rovas L, Valentin L.

Assessment of changes in endometrial and subendometrial volume and vascularity during the normal menstrual cycle using three-dimensional power Doppler ultrasound.

Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2006 Jun;27(6):672-9.

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Miyamoto A, Shirasuna K, Hayashi KG, Kamada D, Awashima C, Kaneko E, Acosta TJ, Matsui M.

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J Reprod Dev. 2006 Feb;52(1):153-60. Review. Free full text.

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Matijevic R, Grgic O.

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Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 2005 Aug;17(4):405-10. Review.

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Baerwald AR, Pierson RA.

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Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2004 Sep;24(4):453-60.

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Raine-Fenning NJ, Campbell BK, Clewes JS, Kendall NR, Johnson IR.

Defining endometrial growth during the menstrual cycle with three-dimensional ultrasound.

BJOG. 2004 Sep;111(9):944-9.

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Baerwald AR, Adams GP, Pierson RA.

Characterization of ovarian follicular wave dynamics in women.

Biol Reprod. 2003 Sep;69(3):1023-31. Epub 2003 May 14. Free full text.

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Baerwald AR, Adams GP, Pierson RA.

A new model for ovarian follicular development during the human menstrual cycle.

Fertil Steril. 2003 Jul;80(1):116-22.

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Fehring RJ, Comment: WAVES OF FOLLICULAR DEVELOPMENT FOUND IN HUMAN MENSTRUAL CYCLES  CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 Brown J, Comments on the article from the Reproductive Research Unit of the University of Saskatchewan, 2003 Multiple Ovulations

 

Raine-Fenning NJ, Campbell BK, Kendall NR, Clewes JS, Johnson IR.

Quantifying the changes in endometrial vascularity throughout the normal menstrual cycle with three-dimensional power Doppler angiography.

Hum Reprod. 2004 Feb;19(2):330-8. Free full text.

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Gonçalves WJ, Dolnikoff M, de Lima GR, Baracat EC, Nicolau SM, Giräo MJ, Novo NF, Giusa MG, Borrelli K.

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Rev Assoc Med Bras. 1995 May-Jun;41(3):197-202. Portuguese.

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Bakos O, Lundkvist O, Wide L, Bergh T.

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Bakos O, Lundkvist O, Bergh T.

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Rev Chil Obstet Ginecol. 1992;57(4):257-62. Spanish.

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Santolaya-Forgas J, Ramakrishnan V, Scommegna A.

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Fertil Steril. 1992 Dec;58(6):1230-3.

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Santolaya-Forgas J.

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J Ultrasound Med. 1992 Apr;11(4):139-42.

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Wiczyk HP, Janus CL, Richards CJ, Graf MJ, Gendal ES, Rabinowitz JG, Laufer N.

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Eissa MK, Sawers RS, Docker MF, Lynch SS, Newton JR. Characteristics and incidence of dysfunctional ovulation patterns detected by ultrasound. Fertility and Sterility 1987;47(4):603-12.

 

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Fertil Steril. 1980 Mar;33(3):272-6.

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Reporte largo ciclo

 

Small CM, Manatunga AK, Marcus M.

Validity of self-reported menstrual cycle length.

Annals of Epidemiology, 2006; (Epub ahead of print).

Fehring R J, Coment Validity of Self-reported Menstrual Cycle Length Questioned CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Smith-DiJulia K, Mitchell ES, & Woods NF.

Concordance of retrospective and prospective reporting of menstrual irregularity by women in the menopausal transition.

Climacteric, 2005:8:390-397.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Accuracy of Menstrual Cycle Irregularity Reported by Recall is Weak. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Burkhart, M.C., de Mazariegos, L., Salazar, S., & Hess, T. (1999). Incidence of irregular cycles among Mayan women who reported having regular cycles: implications for fertility awareness methods. Contraception, 59, 271-275.

Conocimiento ciclo

Sydsjo G, Selling KE, Nystrom K, Oscarsson C, Kjellberg S.

Knowledge of reproduction in teenagers and young adults in Sweden.

The European Journal of Contraception and Reproductive Health Care, 2006;11(2):117-125.

Fehring R J, Comment Knowledge of Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Low among Teenagers and Young Adults CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Deseo de menstruar

Ferrero S, Abbomonte LH, Giordano M, Alessandri F, Anerini P, Remorgida V, & Ragin N.

What is the desired menstrual frequency of women without menstruation-related symptoms?

Contraception, 2006;73:537-541.

Fehring RJ, Comment 50% of Italian Women Surveyed Prefer to Lessen Frequency of Menstrual Periods CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

Thomas, S.L. and Ellertson, C. Nuisance or natural and healthy: should monthly menstruation be optional for women? The Lancet. 35 (March, 2000):922-924. Fehring RJ, Comment Menses--How Important? (Seasonale & Lunelle) Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Ciclo Menstrual y edad

 

Hall JE.

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Semin Reprod Med. 2007 Sep;25(5):344-51. Review.

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Santoro N, Brockwell S, Johnston J, Crawford SL, Gold EB, Harlow SD, Matthews KA, Sutton-Tyrrell K. Helping midlife women predict the onset of the final menses: SWAN, the Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation.

Menopause, 2007;14:415-424. 

Fehring R J, Comment. Final Menstrual Period can be Predicted within One Year CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Azevedo GD, Duarte JM, Souza MO, Costa-E-Silva TD, Soares EM, Marandao TM.

Menstrual cycle irregularity as a marker of cardiovascular risk factors at postmenopausal years.

Brazilian Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2006;50:876-882

Fehring R J, Comment Menstrual Cycle Irregularity Related to Increased Risk for Cardiovascular Disease  CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Ferrell RJ, Simon JA, Pincus SM, Rodriguez G, O’Connor KA, Holmes DJ, Weinstein M.

The length of perimenopausal menstrual cycles increases later and to a greater degree than previously reported.

Fertility and Sterility, 2006;86:1-6.

Fehring R J, Comment Re-analysis of Tremin Menstrual Cycle Data Shows Bigger Shift in Menstrual Cycle Length during Final Year before Menopause CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

 

Matthews KA, Santoro N, Lasley B, Chang Y, Crawford S, Pasternak RC, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Sowers M.

Relation of cardiovascular risk factors in women approaching menopause to menstrual cycle characteristics and reproductive hormones in the follicular and luteal phases.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2006 May;91(5):1789-95. Epub 2006 Feb 21.

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Fehring RJ, Comment. Longer Menstrual Cycle Length Associated with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Risk Factors CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

 

Beemsterboer SN, Homburg R, Gorter NA, Schats R, Hompes PGA, & Lambalk CB.

The paradox of declining fertility but increasing twinning rates with advancing maternal age.

Human Reproduction, 2006; (Epub) February 23, 2006.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Chance of Double Ovulation Increases as Women Age CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

Burger HG, Robertson DM, Baksheev L, Collins A, Csemiczky G, Landgren BM.

The relationship between the endocrine characteristics and the regularity of menstrual cycles in the approach to menopause.

Menopause. 2005

 

Chatterton RT Jr, Mateo ET, Hou N, Rademaker AW, Acharya S, Jordan VC, Morrow M.

Characteristics of salivary profiles of oestradiol and progesterone in premenopausal women.

J Endocrinol. 2005 Jul;186(1):77-84.

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ESHRE Capri Workshop Group.

Fertilty and ageing.

Human Reproduction Update, 2005;11:261-267

 

Ferrell RJ, O'Connor KA, Rodríguez G, Gorrindo T, Holman DJ, Brindle E, Miller RC, Schechter DE, Korshalla L, Simon JA, Mansfield PK, Wood JW, Weinstein M.

Monitoring reproductive aging in a 5-year prospective study: aggregate and individual changes in steroid hormones and menstrual cycle lengths with age.

Menopause. 2005 Sep-Oct;12(5):567-77. Epub 2005 Sep 1. Erratum in: Menopause. 2006 Jan-Feb;13(1):156.

PMID: 16145311

 

Freeman EW, Sammel MD, Gracia CR, Kapoor S, Lin H, Liu L, Nelson DB.

Follicular phase hormone levels and menstrual bleeding status in the approach to menopause.

Fertil Steril. 2005 Feb;83(2):383-92.

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Hansen KR, Thyer AC, Sluss PM, Bremner WJ, Soules MR, Klein NA.

Reproductive ageing and ovarian function: is the early follicular phase FSH rise necessary to maintain adequate secretory function in older ovulatory women?

Hum Reprod. 2005 Jan;20(1):89-95. Epub 2004 Nov 18.

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Miro F, Parker SW, Aspinall LJ, Coley J, Perry PW, Ellis JE.

Sequential classification of endocrine stages during reproductive aging in women: the FREEDOM study.

Menopause. 2005 May-Jun;12(3):281-90.

PMID: 15879917

 

Smith-DiJulia K, Mitchell ES, & Woods NF.

Concordance of retrospective and prospective reporting of menstrual irregularity by women in the menopausal transition.

Climacteric, 2005:8:390-397

Fehring RJ, Comment: Accuracy of Menstrual Cycle Irregularity Reported by Recall is Weak. CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

 

Barsom, S.H., Mansfield, P.K., Koch, P.B., Gierach, G., & West, S.G.

Association between psychological stress and menstrual cycle characteristics in peri-menopausal women.

Women’s Health Issues, 2004;14:235-241.

Comment: Fehring R,  Shorter Menstrual Cycle Length Linked to Stress among Peri-Menopausal Women CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

 

Dunson, D.B., Baird, D.D., & Colombo, B.

Increased infertility with age in men and women.

Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2004;103:51-56.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Decline in fertility with increased age due to increased infertility rather than sterility CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

 

Landgren BM, Collins A, Csemiczky G, Burger HG, Baksheev L, Robertson DM.

Menopause transition: Annual changes in serum hormonal patterns over the menstrual cycle in women during a nine-year period prior to menopause.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2004 Jun;89(6):2763-9.

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Laufer, N., Simon, A., Samueloff, A., Yaffe, H., Milwidsky, A., & Gielchinsky, Y.

Successful spontaneous pregnancies in women older than 45 years.

Fertility and Sterility, 2004;81:1328-1332.

Fehring R J, Comment Natural Pregnancy and Deliveries after the Age of 45 Are Rare and Constitute Only 0.2% of Total Deliveries CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

 

Mansfield, P.K., Carey, M., Anderson, A., Barsom, S.H., & Koch, P.B.

Staging the menopausal transition: data from the TREMIN research program on women’s health.

Women’s Health Issues, 2004;14:220-226.

Fehring RJ,  Comment & review: Staging the Menopausal Transition: TREMIN and STRAW CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

 

Miro F, Parker SW, Aspinall LJ, Coley J, Perry PW, Ellis JE; FREEDOM study.

Origins and consequences of the elongation of the human menstrual cycle during the menopausal transition: the FREEDOM Study.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2004 Oct;89(10):4910-5.

PMID: 15472184

 

Santoro N, Lasley B, McConnell D, Allsworth J, Crawford S, Gold EB, Finkelstein JS, Greendale GA, Kelsey J, Korenman S, Luborsky JL, Matthews K, Midgley R, Powell L, Sabatine J, Schocken M, Sowers MF, Weiss G.

Body size and ethnicity are associated with menstrual cycle alterations in women in the early menopausal transition: The Study of Women's Health across the Nation (SWAN) Daily Hormone Study.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2004 Jun;89(6):2622-31.

PMID: 15181033

 

Santoro N, Isaac B, Neal-Perry G, Adel T, Weingart L, Nussbaum A, Thakur S, Jinnai H, Khosla N, Barad D.

Impaired folliculogenesis and ovulation in older reproductive aged women.

J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2003 Nov;88(11):5502-9.

PMID: 14602797

 

Van Zonneveld, P., Scheffer, G.J., & Broekmans, F.J.M, et al.

Do cycle disturbances explain the age-related decline of female fertility? Cycle characteristics of women aged over 40 years compared with a reference population of young women.

Human Reproduction. 2003;18:495-501.

Fehring RJ, Comment: EARLY START OF FOLLICULAR GROWTH AND LIMITED OOCYTE POOL HELPS EXPLAIN AGE RELATED FERTILITY CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

Carson, S.A. Mathematical model misrepresents age-related fertility decline. Journal Watch: Women's Health. 7 (2002):64.

Kronenberg, F., & Fugh-Berman, A. Complementary and alternative medicine for menopausal symptoms: a review of randomized, controlled trials. Annals of Internal Medicine. 137 (2002):805-813. Fehring R J, Comment Beans Are a Safe and Promising Treatment for Menopausal Symptoms NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Kumar, N.B., Cantor, A., & Allen, K., et al.

The specific role of isoflavones on estrogen metabolism in premenopausal women.

Cancer. 2002;94:1166-74.

Fehring R J, Comment: ISOFLAVONES LENGTHEN MENSTRUAL CYCLE AND MAY HELP PREVENT BREAST CANCER CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

 

 Dunson, D.B., Columbo, B., & Baird, D.D.

Changes with age in the level and duration of fertility in the menstrual cycle.

Human Reproduction. 17 (2002):1399-1403.

Fehring RJ,  Comment: Fertility in Both Males and Females Decline with Age  NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Kronenberg, F., & Fugh-Berman, A. Complementary and alternative medicine for menopausal symptoms: a review of randomized, controlled trials. Annals of Internal Medicine. 137 (2002):805-813. (Beans Are a Safe and Promising Treatment for Menopausal Symptom)

Taffe JR, Dennerstein L.

Menstrual patterns leading to the final menstrual period.

Menopause, 2002; 9 (1):32-40.

Fehring RJ, Comment. Range between the longest and shortest menstrual cycle is 42 days or more, 93% chance fewer than 20 remaining menstrual cycles CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007 

Waters, D.D., Alderman, E.L., & Hsia, J., et al. Effects of hormone replacement therapy and antioxidant vitamin supplements on coronary atherosclerosis in postmenopausal women: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of the American Medical Association. 19 (2002):2432-2440. Fehring RJ, Comment.  Hormone Replacement Therapy and Antioxidant Vitamins Found to be Ineffective in Reducing Risk of Heart Disease NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Windham GC, Elkin E, Fenster L, et al.

Ovarian hormones in premenopausal women: variation by demographic, reproductive and menstrual cycle characteristics.

Epidemiology; 2002:675-84. http://search.epnet.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=cookie,ip,url,uid&db=cmedm&an=12410009&tg=PM

 

Soules, M.R., Sherman, S., Parrott, E., Rebar, R., Santoro, N., Utian, W., & Woods, N.

Executive summary: Stages of reproductive aging workshop (STRAW).

Fertility and Sterility, 2001;76:874-878.

Fehring RJ, Comment  & review Staging the Menopausal Transition: TREMIN and STRAW CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Burry, K.A., Patton, P.E., & Hermsmeyer, K. Percutaneous absorption of progesterone in postmenopausal women treated with transdermal estrogen. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 180 (1999): 1504-11. Fehring RJ, Comment. Does Progesterone Cream Provide Adequate Protection Levels in Postmenopausal Women Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

 

Stanczyk FZ, Gentzschein E, Ary BA, Kojima T, Ziogas A, Lobo RA.

Urinary progesterone and pregnanediol. Use for monitoring progesterone treatment.

J Reprod Med. 1997 Apr;42(4):216-22.

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Ginsburg, E.S., Mello, N.K., & Mendelson, J.H., et al. Effects of alcohol ingestion on estrogen in postmenopausal women. Journal of the American Medical Association. 276 (1996):1747-51.

Reichman, M.E., Judd, J.T., & Longcope, C., et al. Effects of alcohol consumption on plasma and urinary hormone concentrations in premenopausal women. Journal of the National Cancer Institute. 85 (1993):733-27.

Kesner JS, Wright DM, Schrader SM, Chin NW, Krieg EF Jr.

Methods of monitoring menstrual function in field studies: efficacy of methods.

Reprod Toxicol. 1992;6(5):385-400.

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Flynn AM, James P, Collins WP, Royston P.

Symptothermal and hormonal markers of potential fertility in climacteric women.

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Dec;165(6 Pt 2):1987-9.

PMID: 1755454

 

Billings, E.

Approaching menopause: The ovulation method.

International Review of Natural Family Planning,1980, 4(2), 118-127.

 

Klaus H.

The menopause in gynecology; a focus for teaching the comprehensive care of women.

J Med Educ. 1974 Dec;49(12):1186-9. No abstract available.

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Treloar, A.E., Boyton, R., Behn, B.G., & Brown, B.W. Variation of the human menstrual cycle

through reproductive life. International Journal of Fertility, 1967;12:77-126. Fehring RJ, Comment  & review Staging the Menopausal Transition: TREMIN and STRAW CMR - Vol. 16, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2005

 

Vollman, R.F. (1967). The length of the premenstrual phase by age of women. In Proceedings of the Fifth World Congress on Fertility and Sterility (International Congress Series No. 133, pp. 1171-1175). Stockholm, Amsterdam, Exerpta Medica.

VOLLMAN RF.

The degree of variability of the length of the menstrual cycle in correlation with age of woman.

Gynaecologia. 1956 Nov;142(5):310-4. No abstract available.

PMID: 13397879

 

POST CONTRACEPTIVOS HORMONALES

 

Wiegratz I, Mittmann K, Dietrich H, Zimmermann T, Kuhl H.

Fertility after discontinuation of treatment with an oral contraceptive containing 30 micrograms of ethinyl estradiol and 2 mg of dienogest.

Fertility and Sterility, 2006;85:1812-1818.

Fehring R J, Comment Pregnancy Rate Only Slightly Delayed (56%) in First 3 Months Post Oral Contraceptive Use CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

 

Birtch RL, Olotunbosun OA, & Pierson RA.

Ovarian follicular dynamics during convencional vs. continuous oral contraceptive use.

Contraception, 2006;73:235-243.

Fehring RJ, Comment. Continuous Versus Conventional Use of Oral Contraceptives: Follicular Patterns and Return to Fertility CMR - Vol. 17, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2006

 

 

Clark LR, Barnes-Harper KT, Ginsberg KR, Holmes WC, Schwarz DF.

Menstrual irregularity from hormonal contraception: a cause of reproductive health concerns in minority adolescent young women.

Contraception, 2006;74:214-219.

Fehring R J, Coment Minority Adolescent Women Concerned About Health Risks of Hormonal Contraceptives CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Clark MK, Sowers MF, Levy B, Nichols S.

Bone mineral density loss and recovery during 48 months in first-time users of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate.

Fertility and Sterility, 2006, (Epub ahead of print).

 

Shaarawy M, El-Mallah SM, Seoudi S, Hassan M, Mohsen IA.

Effects of the long-term use of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate as hormonal contraceptive on bone mineral density and biochemical markers of bone remodeling.

Contraception, 2006; 74:297-302.

Fehring RJ, Comment Bone Mineral Density Loss Significant with Long Term Use of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (DMPA) CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2007

 

Duijkers IJM, Engels L, Kippling C.

 Length of the menstrual cycle after discontinuation of oral contraceptives.

 Gynecologic Endocrinology, 2005;20:74-79

 Fehring RJ, Comment No difference in menstrual cycle length among women stopping OCs compared to women who have not used OCs. CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Jain, J., Dutton, C., Nicosia, A., Wajszcuk, C., Bode, F., & Mishell, D.

Pharmacokinetics, ovulation suppression and return to ovulation following a lower dose subcutaneous formulation of Depo-Provera.

Contraception 2004;70:11-18.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Return to Ovulation Following Subcutaneous Injection of Depo-Provera Can Take Up to 12 Months CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2004

 

Farrow, A., Hull, M.G.R., & Northstone, K., et al.

Prolonged use of oral contraception before a planned pregnancy with a decreased risk of delayed conception.

Human Reproduction. 17 (2002):2754-2761.

Fehring RJ, Comment: Prolonged Use of Oral Contraceptives Found to Increase Fecundity NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

 

Gnoth C, Frank-Hermann P, Schmoll A et al.

Cycle characteristics after discontinuation of oral contraceptives.

Gynecological Endocrinology, 2002;16:307-317.

Fehring RJ, Comment: MENSTRUAL CYCLE DISTURBANCES OBSERVED FOR UP TO NINE MONTHS FOLLOWING DISCONTINUATION OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE. CMR - Vol. 15, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2004

 

Mulders, T., Dieben, T, & Bennink, H.

Ovarian function with a novel combined contraceptive vaginal ring.

Human Reproduction. 17 (2002):2594-2599.

Fehring R, Comment: Ovarian Function After Use of a Contraceptive Vaginal Ring NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

 

ENDORFINAS Y FERTILIDAD

 

Meyer WR, Muoio D, Hackney TC.

Effect of sex steroids on beta-endorphin levels at rest and during submaximal treadmill exercise in anovulatory and ovulatory runners.

Fertil Steril. 1999 Jun;71(6):1085-91.

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Ferrer J, Mtnez-Guisasola J, Díaz F, Alonso F, Guerrero M, Marín B.

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Harber VJ, Sutton JR, MacDougall JD, Woolever CA, Bhavnani BR.

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Fujimoto VY, Spencer SJ, Rabinovici J, Plosker S, Jaffe RB.

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Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1993 Dec;169(6):1524-30.

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Genazzani AR, Genazzani AD, Volpogni C, Pianazzi F, Li GA, Surico N, Petraglia F.

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Hum Reprod. 1993 Nov;8 Suppl 2:151-3. Review.

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Genazzani AR, Gastaldi M, Bidzinska B, Mercuri N, Genazzani AD, Nappi RE, Segre A, Petraglia F.

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Laatikainen TJ.

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Ann Med. 1991;23(5):489-96. Review.

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Jaffe RB, Plosker S, Marshall L, Martin MC.

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Seifer DB, Collins RL.

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Chatterton RT.

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De Crée C.

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Ferin M.

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J Steroid Biochem. 1989 Oct;33(4B):683-5. Review.

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Genazzani AR, Petraglia F.

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J Steroid Biochem. 1989 Oct;33(4B):751-5. Review.

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Giannini AJ, Sullivan B, Sarachene J, Loiselle RH. Clonidine in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome: a subgroup study. J Clin Psychiatry 1988;49(2):62-3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=2962993

 

Halbreich U, Alt IH, Paul L.

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Facchinetti F, Martignoni E, Petraglia F, Sances MG, Nappi G, Genazzani AR.

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Fertility and Sterility 1987;47(4):570-3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=2952525

 

Chuong CJ, Coulam CB, Kao PC, Bergstralh EJ, Go VL.

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Fertility and Sterility 1985;44(6):760-5. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=2934273

 

Neinstein LS.

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West J Med. 1985 Oct;143(4):476-84. Review. No abstract available. Free full text.

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Ferin M, Van Vugt D, Wardlaw S.

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Recent Prog Horm Res 1984;40:441-85. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6091195

 

Grossman A, Rees LH.

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Vrbicky, K.W., Wells, I.C., Hilgers, T.W., Kable, W.T., Baumstark, J.S., & Elias, C.J. (1982). Evidence for the involvement of beta-endorphin in the human menstrual cycle. Fertility and Sterility, 38, 701-704.

Wehrenberg WB, Wardlaw SL, Frantz AG, Ferin M.

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Endocrinology 1982;111(3):879-81. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6286285

 

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Ropert JF, Quigley ME, Yen SS. Endogenous opiates modulate pulsatile luteinizing hormone release in humans. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 1981;52(3):583-5. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6780598

 

Morley JE. The endocrinology of the opiates and opioid peptides. Metabolism 1981;30(2):195-209. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6258010

 

Blankstein J, Reyes FI, Winter JS, Faiman C. Endorphins and the regulations of the human menstrual cycle. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf) 1981;14(3):287-94. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6790206

 

 Wilkes MM, Watkins WB, Stewart RD, Yen SS. Localization and quantitation of beta-endorphin in human brain and pituitary. Neuroendocrinology 1980;30(2):113-21. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=6986578

 

Pang CN, Zimmermann E, Sawyer CH. Morphine inhibition of the preovulatory surges of plasma luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone in the rat. Endocrinology 1977;101(6):1726-32. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=338290

 

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 Santen FJ, Sofsky J, Bilic N, Lippert R. Mechanism of action of narcotics in the production of menstrual dysfunction in women. Fertility and Sterility 1975;26(6):538-48. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=236938

 

AUTOINMUNIDAD

 

Carvalho JF, Blank M, Shoenfeld Y.

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in autoimmune diseases.

J Clin Immunol. 2007 May;27(3):246-56. Epub 2007 Mar 6. Review.

PMID: 17340192

 

Cutolo M, Capellino S, Sulli A, Serioli B, Secchi ME, Villaggio B, Straub RH.

Estrogens and autoimmune diseases.

Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2006 Nov;1089:538-47. Review.

PMID: 17261796

 

Cutolo M, Seriolo B, Villaggio B, Pizzorni C, Craviotto C, Sulli A.

Androgens and estrogens modulate the immune and inflammatory responses in rheumatoid arthritis.

Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2002 Jun;966:131-42. Review.

PMID: 12114267

 

Oskay T, Kutluay L, Kaptanoğlu A, Karabacak O.

Autoimmune progesterone dermatitis.

Eur J Dermatol. 2002 Nov-Dec;12(6):589-91. Review.

PMID: 12459536

 

INFLUENCIA TEMPRANA SOBRE ASPECTOS REPRODUCTIVOS

Blank SK, McCartney CR, Helm KD, Marshall JC.

Neuroendocrine effects of androgens in adult polycystic ovary syndrome and female puberty.

Semin Reprod Med. 2007 Sep;25(5):352-9. Review.

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Diamanti-Kandarakis E, Christakou CD, Kandaraki E, Alexandraki KI.

Early onset adiposity: a pathway to polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents?

Hormones (Athens). 2007 Jul-Sep;6(3):210-7. Review.

PMID: 17724005

 

Gluckman PD, Beedle AS.

Migrating ovaries: early life influences on later gonadal function.

PLoS Med. 2007 May;4(5):e190. No abstract available. Erratum in: PLoS Med. 2007 Jun;4(6):e226. Free full text.

PMID: 17503962

 

Núñez-De La Mora A, Bentley GR, Choudhury OA, Napolitano DA, Chatterton RT.

The impact of developmental conditions on adult salivary estradiol levels: Why this differs from progesterone?

Am J Hum Biol. 2007 Oct 23; [Epub ahead of print]

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Núñez-de la Mora A, Chatterton RT, Choudhury OA, Napolitano DA, Bentley GR.

Childhood conditions influence adult progesterone levels.

PLoS Med. 2007 May;4(5):e167. Free full text

PMID: 17503960

 

Uzumcu M, Zachow R.

Developmental exposure to environmental endocrine disruptors: consequences within the ovary and on female reproductive function.

Reprod Toxicol. 2007 Apr-May;23(3):337-52. Epub 2006 Nov 6. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 17140764

 

Abbott DH, Padmanabhan V, Dumesic DA.

Contributions of androgen and estrogen to fetal programming of ovarian dysfunction.

Reprod Biol Endocrinol. 2006 Apr 10;4:17. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 16606451

 

Blank SK, McCartney CR, Marshall JC.

The origins and sequelae of abnormal neuroendocrine function in polycystic ovary syndrome.

Hum Reprod Update. 2006 Jul-Aug;12(4):351-61. Epub 2006 May 2. Review.

PMID: 16670102

 

Chia DJ, Boston BA.

Childhood obesity and the metabolic syndrome.

Adv Pediatr. 2006;53:23-53. Review.

PMID: 17089862

 

Diamanti-Kandarakis E, Piperi C, Spina J, Argyrakopoulou G, Papanastasiou L, Bergiele A, Panidis D.

Polycystic ovary syndrome: the influence of environmental and genetic factors.

Hormones (Athens). 2006 Jan-Mar;5(1):17-34. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 16728382

 

Franks S.

Genetic and environmental origins of obesity relevant to reproduction.

Reprod Biomed Online. 2006 May;12(5):526-31. Review.

PMID: 16790094

 

Pollard TM, Unwin NC, Fischbacher CM, Chamley JK.

Sex hormone-binding globulin and androgen levels in immigrant and British-born premenopausal British Pakistani women: evidence of early life influences?

Am J Hum Biol. 2006 Nov-Dec;18(6):741-7.

PMID: 17039471

 

Recabarren SE, Sir-Petermann T, Maliqueo M, Lobos A, Rojas-García P.

 [Prenatal exposure to androgens as a factor of fetal programming]

Rev Med Chil. 2006 Jan;134(1):101-8. Epub 2006 Mar 8. Review. Spanish.

PMID: 16532170

ESTILO DE VIDA

En general

Chavarro JE, Rich-Edwards JW, Rosner BA, Willett WC.

Diet and lifestyle in the prevention of ovulatory disorder infertility.

Obstet Gynecol. 2007 Nov;110(5):1050-8.

PMID: 17978119

 

Nardo LG, Christodoulou D, Gould D, Roberts SA, Fitzgerald CT, Laing I.

Anti-Müllerian hormone levels and antral follicle count in women enrolled in in vitro fertilization cycles: Relationship to lifestyle factors, chronological age and reproductive history.

Gynecol Endocrinol. 2007 Jul 24;:1-8 [Epub ahead of print]

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Moran LJ, Brinkworth G, Noakes M, Norman RJ.

Effects of lifestyle modification in polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Reprod Biomed Online. 2006 May;12(5):569-78. Review.

PMID: 16790100

Hassan, M.A.M. & Killick, S.R.

Negative lifestyle is associated with a significant reduction in fecundity. Fertility and Sterility, 2004;81:384-392.

Fehring RJ. Comment.  Negative Lifestyle Factors are found to be Associated with a Significant Reduction in Fertility

Fehring R J, Review.   Lifestyle Factors and Fertility Health  CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2003

Rowland AS, Baird DD, Long S, Wegienka G, Harlow SD, Alavanja M, Sandler DP.

Influence of medical conditions and lifestyle factors on the menstrual cycle.

Epidemiology. 2002 Nov;13(6):668-74.

PMID: 12410008.

Fehring RJ. Comment. Lifestyle Factors and Menstrual Cycle Variability NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

 

Stress

 

Dobson H, Ghuman S, Prabhakar S, Smith R.

A conceptual model of the influence of stress on female reproduction.

Reproduction. 2003 Feb;125(2):151-63. Review. Free full text.

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Edozien LC.

Mind over matter: psychological factors and the menstrual cycle.

Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 2006 Aug;18(4):452-6. Review.

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Kajantie E, Phillips DI.

The effects of sex and hormonal status on the physiological response to acute psychosocial stress.

Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2006 Feb;31(2):151-78. Epub 2005 Sep 1. Review.

PMID: 16139959

 

Feld J, Halbreich U, Karkun S.

The association of perimenopausal mood disorders with other reproductive-related disorders.

CNS Spectr. 2005 Jun;10(6):461-70. Review.

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Greiner M, Paredes A, Araya V, Lara HE.

Role of stress and sympathetic innervation in the development of polycystic ovary syndrome.

Endocrine. 2005 Dec;28(3):319-24. Review.

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Kalantaridou SN, Makrigiannakis A, Zoumakis E, Chrousos GP.

Stress and the female reproductive system.

J Reprod Immunol. 2004 Jun;62(1-2):61-8. Review.

PMID: 15288182

 

Kaplan JR, Manuck SB.

Ovarian dysfunction, stress, and disease: a primate continuum.

ILAR J. 2004;45(2):89-115. Review.

PMID: 15111730

 

Dickerson LM, Mazyck PJ, Hunter MH.

Premenstrual syndrome.

Am Fam Physician. 2003 Apr 15;67(8):1743-52. Review.

PMID: 12725453

 

Dobson H, Ghuman S, Prabhakar S, Smith R.

A conceptual model of the influence of stress on female reproduction.

Reproduction. 2003 Feb;125(2):151-63. Review.

PMID: 12578529

 

Reddy DS.

Pharmacology of endogenous neuroactive steroids.

Crit Rev Neurobiol. 2003;15(3-4):197-234. Review.

PMID: 15248811

 

Hill PD, Chatterton RT Jr, Aldag JC.

Neuroendocrine responses to stressors in lactating and nonlactating mammals: a literature review.

Biol Res Nurs. 2003 Oct;5(2):79-86. Review.

PMID: 14531212

 

Brucker-Davis F, Thayer K, Colborn T.

Significant effects of mild endogenous hormonal changes in humans: considerations for low-dose testing.

Environ Health Perspect. 2001 Mar;109 Suppl 1:21-6. Review.

PMID: 11250802

 

Oddens BJ, den Tonkelaar I, Nieuwenhuyse H.

Psychosocial experiences in women facing fertility problems--a comparative survey.

Hum Reprod 1999;14(1):255-61.

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Fenster L, Waller K, Chen J, et al.

Psychological stress in the workplace and menstrual function

Am J Epidemiol 1999;149(2):127-3  [published erratum appears in Am J Epidemiol 1999 Apr 1;149(7):686].

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Fehring RJ, Comment.  Work Stress Associated with Short Menstrual Cycles Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

 

Chrousos GP, Torpy DJ, Gold PW.

Interactions between the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the female reproductive system: clinical implications.

Ann Intern Med. 1998 Aug 1;129(3):229-40. Review.

PMID: 9696732

 

Xiao E, Ferin M.

Stress-related disturbances of the menstrual cycle.

Ann Med. 1997 Jun;29(3):215-9. Review.

PMID: 9240627

 

Sanders KA, Bruce NW.

 A prospective study of psychosocial stress and fertility in women.

Hum Reprod 1997;12(10):2324-9. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=9402304

 

Bergendahl M, Evans WS, Veldhuis JD.

Current concepts on ultradian rhythms of luteinizing hormone secretion in the human.

Hum Reprod Update. 1996 Nov-Dec;2(6):507-18. Review.

PMID: 9111184

 

Carpenter SE.

Psychosocial menstrual disorders: stress, exercise and diet's effect on the menstrual cycle.

Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 1994 Dec;6(6):536-9. Review.

PMID: 7893959

 

 Wasser SK, Sewall G, Soules MR.

Psychosocial stress as a cause of infertility.

Fertility and Sterility 1993;59(3):685-9. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=8458480

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Chatterton RT.

The role of stress in female reproduction: animal and human considerations.

Int J Fertil. 1990 Jan-Feb;35(1):8-13. Review.

PMID: 1968447

 

Smog

 

Tomei G, Ciarrocca M, Fortunato BR, Capozzella A, Rosati MV, Cerratti D, Tomao E, Anzelmo V, Monti C, Tomei F.

Exposure to traffic pollutants and effects on 17-beta-estradiol (E2) in female workers.

Int Arch Occup Environ Health. 2006 Oct;80(1):70-7. Epub 2006 May 6.

PMID: 16680486

Alcohol

Augustyńska B, Ziółkowski M, Odrowaz-Sypniewska G, Kiełpiński A, Gruszka M, Kosmowski W.

Menstrual cycle in women addicted to alcohol during the first week following drinking cessation--changes of sex hormones levels in relation to selected clinical features.

Alcohol Alcohol. 2007 Mar-Apr;42(2):80-3. Epub 2007 Jan 31.

PMID: 17267441

 

Liu Y, Gold EB, Lasley BL, Johnson WO.

Factors affecting menstrual cycle characteristics.

Am J Epidemiol. 2004 Jul 15;160(2):131-40. Free full text.

PMID: 15234934

 

Chen, W.Y., Colditz, G.A., Rosner, B., & Hankinson, S.E., et al.

Use of postmenopausal hormones, alcohol, and risk for invasive breast cancer.

Annals of Internal Medicine. 137 (2002):798-804.

Fehring RJ, Comment  Post Menopausal Hormones and Alcohol Increase Risk for Breast Cancer NFP Related Research CMR - Vol. 14, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2003

Juhl, M., Anderson, A.M., Gronbaek, M. & Olsen, J.

Moderate alcohol consumption and waiting time to pregnancy.

Human Reproduction. 16(2002):2705-2709.

Fehring R J, Comment Moderate Alcohol Consumption Not Associated With Longer Waiting Times to Pregnancy Research Briefs  CMR - Vol. 13, Nos. 1 & 2, Spring/Winter 2002

Parazzini, F., Chatenoud, L., & Di Cintio, E., et al.

Alcohol consumption is not related to fertility in Italian women.

British Journal of Medicine. 318 (February, 1999):397.

Fehring RJ, Comment & review. Does Moderate Alcohol Intake Decrease Fertility? Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 10, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 1999

Jensen, T.K., Hjollund, N.H., & Henriksen, T. B., et al. Does moderate alcohol consumption affect fertility? Follow up study among couples planning first pregnancy. British Medical Journal. 317 (August, 1998):505-510.

Gill J.

Women, alcohol and the menstrual cycle.

Alcohol Alcohol. 1997 Jul-Aug;32(4):435-41. Review.

PMID: 9269851

Ginsburg, E.S., Mello, N.K., & Mendelson, J.H., et al. Effects of alcohol ingestion on estrogen in postmenopausal women. Journal of the American Medical Association. 276 (1996):1747-51.

Reichman, M.E., Judd, J.T., & Longcope, C., et al. Effects of alcohol consumption on plasma and urinary hormone concentrations in premenopausal women. Journal of the National Cancer Institute. 85 (1993):733-27.

Mello NK, Mendelson JH, Teoh SK.

Neuroendocrine consequences of alcohol abuse in women.

Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1989;562:211-40. Review.

PMID: 2662859

Ginsburg, E.S., Mello, N.K., & Mendelson, J.H., et al. Effects of alcohol ingestion on estrogen in postmenopausal women. Journal of the American Medical Association. 276 (1996):1747-51.

Reichman, M.E., Judd, J.T., & Longcope, C., et al. Effects of alcohol consumption on plasma and urinary hormone concentrations in premenopausal women. Journal of the National Cancer Institute. 85 (1993):733-27.

Luz

Barron ML.

Light exposure, melatonin secretion, and menstrual cycle parameters: an integrative review.

Biol Res Nurs. 2007 Jul;9(1):49-69. Review.

PMID: 17601857

 

Danilenko KV, Samoilova EA.

Stimulatory effect of morning bright light on reproductive hormones and ovulation: results of a controlled crossover trial.

PLOS Clinical Trials, February, 2007.

Fehring RJ, Comment  Artificial Bright Light shown to Increase Follicular Growth and Ovulation Rate CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Reiter RJ.

Melatonin and human reproduction.

Ann Med. 1998 Feb;30(1):103-8. Review.

PMID: 9556096

 

Aleandri V, Spina V, Morini A.

The pineal gland and reproduction.

Hum Reprod Update. 1996 May-Jun;2(3):225-35. Review. Free full text.

PMID: 9079415

 

Dewan, E.M. (1979/December). On the possibility of a perfect rhythm method of birth control by periodic light stimulation. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 99, 1016-1019.

Marihuana

Jukic AM, Weinberg CR, Baird DD, Wilcox AJ.

Lifestyle and Reproductive Factors Associated with Follicular Phase Length.

J Womens Health (Larchmt). 2007 Nov;16(9):1340-1347.

PMID: 18001191

 

Smith CG, Asch RH.

Acute, short-term, and chronic effects of marijuana on the female primate reproductive function.

NIDA Res Monogr. 1984;44:82-96. Review.

PMID: 6090911

Café

Cnattingius, S. , Signorello, L.B., & Anneren, G.

Caffeine intake and the risk of first- trimester spontaneous abortion.

 New England Journal of Medicine. 343 (December, 2000): 1839-1845.

Fehring RJ, Comment.Caffeine and Miscarriages - Is There A Link? Research Briefs CMR - Vol. 12, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2001

Klebanoff, M.A., Levine, R.J., & DerSimonian, R., et al.

 Maternal serum paraxanthine, a caffeine metabolite, and the risk of spontaneous abortion.

 The New England Journal of Medicine. 341 (November, 25, 1999):1639-44.

Fehring RJ, Comment. Moderate Consumption of Caffeine Unlikely to Increase Risk of Spontaneous Abortion Reviews  CMR - Vol. 11, Nos. 1 & 2, Winter/Spring 2000

Eskenazi, B. Caffeine - filtering the facts. The New England Journal of Medicine. 341 (November, 25, 1999):1688-89.

Cigarrillo

 

Bertuccio P, Tavani A, Gallus S, Negri E, La Vecchia C.

Menstrual and reproductive factors and risk of non-fatal acute myocardial infarction in Italy.

European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecologic, and Reproductive Biology, Feb, 13, 2007 

Fehring R J, Comment Women Smokers with Irregular Menstrual Cycles have Increased Risk for Acute Myocardial Infarction CMR - Vol. 18, Nos. 3 & 4, Summer/Fall 2007

 

Grossman MP, Nakajima ST.

Menstrual cycle bleeding patterns in cigarette smokers.

Contraception. 2006 Jun;73(6):562-5. Epub 2006 Apr 27. Review.

PMID: 16730484

 

Schernhammer ES, Kroenke CH, Dowsett M, Folkerd E, Hankinson SE.

Urinary 6-sulfatoxymelatonin levels and their correlations with lifestyle factors and steroid hormone levels.

J Pineal Res. 2006 Mar;40(2):116-24.