Impact of trigger-day serum luteinizing hormone levels on embryo quality and pregnancy outcomes in overweight and obese women undergoing GnRH antagonist protocols: a retrospective cohort study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Impact of trigger-day serum luteinizing hormone levels on embryo quality and pregnancy outcomes in overweight and obese women undergoing GnRH antagonist protocols: a retrospective cohort study

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  • Danping Li

  • Wenhan Ju

  • Xina Zhen

  • Demin Lv

  • Wenli Yang

  • Shan Xiang

  • Fangting Duan

  • May 8, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Influence of Serum Luteinizing Hormone Levels on Embryo Quality and Pregnancy Success in Overweight and Obese Women Undergoing GnRH Antagonist Protocols: A Retrospective Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsLuteinizing hormone (LH) impacts follicular development and IVF outcomes; obesity affects LH secretion and ovarian response.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Elevated trigger-day LH levels correlate with poorer ovarian response and embryo quality.
  • No significant differences in clinical pregnancy or live birth rates among LH groups, but further clarification needed.
  • Higher LH levels negatively impact follicle and embryo quality in overweight women.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

      Monitoring & Follow-up

      • Monitor ovarian response and embryo quality in relation to LH levels, including specific LH thresholds.

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Higher doses of gonadotropins may be required, but outcomes remain lower compared to normal-weight counterparts; consider potential side effects.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Maintain LH within an optimal window during IVF cycles, considering patient-specific factors.

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