Ovarian tissue cryopreservation (OTC) is an experimental procedure to preserve fertility
in patients at risk for premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). The majority of the
literature on this procedure focuses on the young adult population; little is known
about the characteristics of younger patients undergoing OTC. It has been well documented
that fertility has a profound impact on the quality of life of cancer survivors, and
these patients desire to better understand fertility options. Referral to fertility
preservation services is recommended by major medical societies. The purpose of this
study is to describe the characteristics and surgical outcomes of patients undergoing
OTC prior to gonadotoxic therapy at a pediatric tertiary care teaching hospital.
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