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Module 3 Infertility: Protocols and Patient Management Ann Scalia, BSN, RN, CNOR Manager Clinical Education Specialists Mary Vietzke, BSN, RN Senior Clinical Educational Specialist Walgreens Faculty Ann Scalia, BSN, RN, CNOR Manager Clinical Education Specialists Mary Vietzke, BSN, RN Senior Clinical Educational Specialist Disclosure: Ann Scalia and Mary Vietzke are employees of Walgreens. There will be discussion regarding off label use of medications during this activity. It is the policy of ProCE, Inc. and NASP to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all of its continuing education activities. Faculty must disclose to participants the existence of any significant financial interest or any other relationship with the manufacturer of any commercial product(s) discussed in an educational presentation. 1

Objectives Discuss recommended appropriate nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic plans to address infertility Identify monitoring parameters for a patient undergoing treatment for infertility Discuss the different commonly used medication protocols used in an ART cycle Infertility Treatments Varies depending on: Evaluation outcomes Day of cycle Goals of treatment 2

Surgical Pretreatments Transvaginal cyst removal Rescued corpus luteum Large anovulatory follicle(s) Endometrioma ( Chocolate cyst ) Laparoscopy Fibroids Adhesions Endometriosis Hydrosalpinx Song Xm, et al. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research. 2017;43(1):122 127. Karasu T, Ola B. Reproductive Surgery in Assisted Conception: Springer; 2015:37 41. Menstrual Cycle Follicular Recruitment Selection of Dominant Follicle LH Surge Follicular Phase Luteal Phase Day 1 Day 7 Day 14 Day 20 24 Day 28 Speroff, Fritz. Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility. 2005:188. Stauss, Barbieri. Yen & Jaffe s Reproductive Endocrinology: physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical management. 2014: 159 160. Window of Receptivity for implantation 3

Non Pharmacologic Treatment Cycles Natural cycle + timed intercourse Natural cycle + Intrauterine insemination (IUI) Non pharmacologic Biological Markers Menstrual cycle Cervical mucus Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Urinary hormones Pasha H, et al. Iranian journal of reproductive medicine. 2013;11(6):495 Martin PL. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology. 2016;46:53 62 4

Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Levels One step urinary kits that measure LH Easy to use at home Used clinically for timing for intercourse or intrauterine inseminations Martin PL. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology. 2016;46:53 62 Intrauterine Insemination Treatment and monitoring is similar to timed intercourse Sperm sample is specially prepared Sperm are introduced into the uterine cavity via a catheter Used to help overcome negative cervical mucus environments or mild male factor Martin PL. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology. 2016;46:53 62 5

Cervical Mucus Changes During Ovulation Phase Beginning Growth Peak End Estrogen causes cervical mucus production Dominant follicle maturation and estrogen production increases The corpus luteum produces progesterone which dries up the mucus and causes the temperature rise This is the after window of receptivity Martin PL. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology. 2016;46:53 62 Non IVF Ovulation Induction and Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (COS) 6

Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (COS) Carefully monitored stimulation of ovaries to produce multiple follicles (which contain eggs) First step in IVF process Protocols designed to decrease risk of OHSS Generally involve 3 classes of medications GnRH analogs (agonist or antagonist) FSH or FSH containing LH gonadotropin hcg final maturation of eggs inside the follicle Assisted reproductive technologies: a guide for patients. American Society for Reproductive Medicine Web site. http://www.asrm.org/uploadedfiles/asrm_content/resources/patient_resources/fact_sheets_and_info_booklets/art.pdf Monitoring Methods Transvaginal Ultrasound Scans Follicular diameter and count Endometrial thickness Hormone Assay Estrogen levels (baseline and during COS) LH levels (baseline) FSH levels (baseline) Progesterone levels (specific days of cycle) Assisted reproductive technologies: a guide for patients. American Society for Reproductive Medicine Web site. http://www.asrm.org/uploadedfiles/asrm_content/resources/patient_resources/fact_sheets_and_info_booklets/art.pdf 7

Follicular Ultrasound Monitoring Follicle growth documentation Results plotted to observe progression of growth Allows for the most accurate assessment for hcg administration Other documentation Early signs of OHSS such as abdominal fluid, ovarian enlargement, too many follicles Ovarian pathology such as endometriomas or other cyst Assisted reproductive technologies: a guide for patients. American Society for Reproductive Medicine Web site. http://www.asrm.org/uploadedfiles/asrm_content/resources/patient_resources/fact_sheets_and_info_booklets/art.pdf Hormone Assay Baseline done around cycle day 3 Estrogen, (FSH, LH and progesterone levels may also be evaluated) Helps decision of dose and type of gonadotropin Throughout ovarian stimulation Estrogen levels Assess ovarian response Dosage adjustments hcg Administration Based on estrogen levels with ultrasound Assisted reproductive technologies: a guide for patients. American Society for Reproductive Medicine Web site. http://www.asrm.org/uploadedfiles/asrm_content/resources/patient_resources/fact_sheets_and_info_booklets/art.pdf 8

Monitoring for COS Transvaginal Ultrasound Follicle diameter 16 20mm (typical) Follicle count depending on patient Endometrial thickness >7mm Hormone Assay Estrogen (estradiol) levels coincide with follicle diameter and number ASRM. Fertil Steril. 2015;103(6):1379 1618. Protocol Guide Various protocols used Based on patient, type of cycle (non IVF, IVF) and physician preference Monitoring is required Avoid Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) Goal is safe treatment to achieve birth of healthy singleton baby Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. 9

Ovarian Reserve Describes a woman s reproductive potential with respect to ovarian follicle number and oocyte quality Adapted from: Speroff. Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility. 8th ed. Response Types Normal Responder Typically 10 20 follicles Normal ovarian function Good prognosis (but still limited by maternal age) Poor/Low Responder Usually <4 follicles Typically related to ovarian age factor Possible increased chance of poor outcome Hyper/High Responder Typically >20 follicles Some women at higher risk Low and Slow approach La Marca A, et al Human reproduction update. 2013:037. 10

Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCP) Oral contraceptive pills, may be prescribed to regulate a patient s menstrual cycle In an ART cycle: Used to suppress or downregulate activity in the ovaries in the prestimulation phase Allows manipulation of the patient's cycle to fit into a set schedule (Batching) Combination hormonal OCP Progestin component of a combination pill prevents ovulation by inhibiting gonadotropin secretion of LH; also alters endometrium Estrogenic component suppresses FSH Stauss, Barbieri. Yen & Jaffe s Reproductive Endocrinology: physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical management. 2014: 895. GnRH GnRH Analogs GnRH Agonists Binds to a receptor and exhibits a desired response GnRH Antagonists Binds to a receptor and inhibits another molecule from binding to the receptor, thus inhibiting the desired response Leuprolide Acetate Cetrotide Ganirelix Acetate Prapas Y, et al. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. 2013;166(1):43-46. 11

Downregulation and Flare Effect Downregulation Process of decreasing cells sensitivity to specific hormones Specific drugs turns off ovaries temporarily gaining control over ovarian function Flare Effect Initial "flare up" response (FSH and LH release) from pituitary gland occurs first 3 days of agonist administration Continuing agonist > 3 days temporarily suppresses pituitary gland Prapas Y, et al. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. 2013;166(1):43-46. GnRH Agonist Loss of response to continued stimulation Downregulation of GnRH receptors Uncoupling of GnRH receptors from intracellular signaling mechanisms E 2, P 4 LH, FSH 30 20 10 0 Flare Effect Start Administration Days Prapas Y, et al. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. 2013;166(1):43-46. Follicular Luteal 12

GnRH Antagonist E 2, P 4 LH, FSH 30 20 10 0 NO Flare Effect Start Administration Hours Prapas Y, et al. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. 2013;166(1):43-46. Gonadotropins FSH and/or LH injectable medications Two formulations Urinary extracts Recombinant FSH ASRM. Medications for Inducing Ovulation: Patient Information Series: 2012:1 10. 13

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hcg) Pregnyl Urinary derived Novarel Urinary derived Generic hcg Urinary derived Ovidrel Recombinant technology CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN [prescribing insert]. Fresenius, Kabi, Lake Zurich, IL February 2016. Pregnyl (chorionic gonadotropin for injection) [prescribing information]. Parsippany, NJ: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.; January 2015. OVIDREL PreFilled Syringe (choriogonadotropin alfa injection) [prescribing information]. Rockland, MA: EMD Serono, Inc., September 2014. NOVAREL (chorionic gonadotropin for injection) [prescribing information]. Parsippany, NJ: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.; September 2016. Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hcg) Referred to as a trigger shot Mimics LH surge for final oocyte (egg) maturation Very time sensitive medication Ovulation occur within 36 40 hours after injection Egg retrieval is scheduled 36 hours after injection Too soon or too late will negatively impact cycle resulting in cancellation Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. 14

Leuprolide Trigger Alternative type of trigger that may be ordered by a fertility office if the patient is responding too well to medications May also be referred to as Lupron trigger Pituitary gland is capable of producing an LH surge sufficient for maturation of follicles in response to a Leuprolide trigger as long as premature ovulation was being prevented by the use of an antagonist like Ganirelix or Cetrotide Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Leuprolide trigger protocol Most common dosages in a prefilled syringe or vial 1 mg (20 units) 2 mg (40 units) 4 mg (80 units) 5mg (100 units) Some physicians in addition may order a small amount of hcg (such as 1000 or 1500 units) along with the Leuprolide injection to reduce the risk of inadequate maturation of follicles and still keep the risk for OHSS low Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. 15

Endometrial Support: Estrogen May be prescribed for additional support for the uterine lining, embryo implantation and resulting pregnancy Used in IVF cycles, before and after a frozen embryo transfer and in pregnancy Available formulations: Estradiol valerate injection (intramuscular injection) Estradiol tablets (oral and occasional inserted vaginally) Estradiol patch (Estradiol transdermal system) Role of Progesterone Progesterone for luteal phase support of the endometrium is needed in stimulation cycles Used to build up lining of endometrium for successful implantation Administration begins the day of egg retrieval and continues until pregnancy test If pregnancy occurs the patient will continue on progesterone support Stauss, Barbieri. Yen & Jaffe s Reproductive Endocrinology: physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical management. 2014: 704 706 Lockwood G, Griesinger G et al. Fertil & Steril. 2014;101(1):112 113. 16

Non IVF Ovulation Induction / Stimulation Clomiphene Citrate / Letrozole Non IVF Start either Clomiphene Citrate/ Letrozole Days 3 7. 4 8, 5 9 Stimulation 5 Days Menses Follicular Phase LH monitoring Possible hcg injection IUI / intercourse 36 40 hrs after positive LH kit or hcg injection Luteal Phase Pregnancy test ~14 days after IUI or intercourse Progesterone support Day 1 Day 7 Day 14 Day 28 Al In any H, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:260. 17

Gonadotropin Protocol Non IVF Start gonadotropin stimulation Cycle Day 3 Gonadotropin Stimulation ~10 Days Menses Follicular Phase hcg injection IUI or intercourse 36 40 hrs after hcg injection Luteal Phase Pregnancy test ~14 days after IUI or intercourse Progesterone support Day 1 Day 7 Day 14 Day 28 Al In any H, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:260. IVF Cycle Protocol Phases Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Supportive Phase Starts with cycle day one of menses Baseline monitoring Ovarian suppression Oral contraceptive pills (OCP) GnRH agonist Baseline monitoring Start of gonadotropin stimulation medications Development of ovarian follicles Control premature LH surge with GnRH analog Periodic monitoring with blood assays and transvaginal ultrasounds for medication adjustments Trigger shot Egg retrieval Sometimes referred to as Luteal Phase Support Focused on uterine environment for embryo(s) Embryo/Blastocyst Transfer Medication support Progesterone Estrogen 18

Supportive Phase Embryo transfer The ET procedure is the last one of the IVF process. Critically important to choose the best quality embryo. Either day 2 or 3 after oocyte retrieval Blastocyst transfer Transferred on day 5 of oocyte retrieval. Chance of selecting best quality embryo for chance at pregnancy. eset Freeze all Center preference Option for those with OHSS Banking embryos for future use ASRM. Fertil Steril. 2012;97 (4):835 842. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols Most commonly used Long Luteal (GnRH Agonist Downregulation) Oral Contraceptives optional GnRH Antagonist Oral Contraceptives optional Poor/Low responders/advanced Maternal Age (AMA) Microdose Flare GnRH Antagonist Luteal Estradiol Protocol (Estrogen Priming) Mild Stimulation Protocol (Clomiphene Citrate Priming) Hyper/High responders Long Luteal (GnRH Downregulation) 19

Long Luteal Protocol Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Progesterone Hormone Assay ~Cycle Day 21 Leuprolide Acetate 0.5 (10U) or 1.0 (20U) mg/day Gonadotropin stimulation ~10 Days hcg Leuprolide Acetate Injection 0.25 (5U) or 0.5 (10U) mg/day Menses Day 21 Baseline Monitoring Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 Long Luteal Protocol Using Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCPs) Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Start OCPs first week menses minimum of ~14 days Leuprolide Acetate 0.5 (10U) or 1.0 (20U) mg/day Gonadotropin stimulation ~10 Days Leuprolide Acetate 0.25 (5U) or 0.5 (10U) mg/day hcg Menses Start Leuprolide Acetate Overlap OCPs for 3 days Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 Menses Baseline Monitoring Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection 20

GnRH Antagonist Protocol Stimulation Phase Start gonadotropin stimulation Cycle Day 3 GnRH Antagonist start when dominant follicle ~12 14 mm Menses Baseline Monitoring GnRH Antagonist continued daily Gonadotropin stimulation ~10 Days ~Stimulation Day 5 First monitoring check hcg Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 GnRH Antagonist Protocol Using OCPs Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Start OCPs first week menses ~14 21 days GnRH Antagonist start when dominant follicle ~12 14 mm GnRH Antagonist continued daily Gonadotropin stimulation ~10 Days hcg Menses OCPs Stopped Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 Menses Baseline Monitoring ~Stimulation Day 5 First monitoring check Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection 21

Microdose Flare Protocol Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Start OCPs first week menses ~14 21 days Start Microdose Leuprolide Acetate 40 mcg or 50 mcg/10 units twice daily after 3 days of no OCPs On third day of microdose Leuprolide acetate Start gonadotropins hcg Menses Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 Menses Baseline Monitoring OCPs Stopped Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection Luteal Estradiol Protocol Prestimulation Downregulation Phase Stimulation Phase Cycle Day 21 Start Estradiol GnRH Antagonist start when dominant follicle 12 15 mm Estradiol 1mg 2 tablets bid GnRH Antagonist continued daily Gonadotropin Stimulation hcg Menses Menses Stimulation Day 5 First monitoring check Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 Baseline Monitoring 22

Mild Stimulation Protocol Stimulation Phase Start either Clomiphene Citrate/ Letrozole Days 3 7 for 5 Days GnRH Antagonist start when dominant follicle ~12 14 mm GnRH Antagonist continued daily with IVF Cycle ONLY Gonadotropin stimulation hcg Menses Baseline Evaluation Cycle Day 3 Day 5 of Gonadotropin First monitoring check Gonadotropin Stimulation Start Check Egg Retrieval 36 hrs after hcg injection Ferraretti AP, et al Mild ovarian stimulation with clomiphene citrate launch is a realistic option for in vitro fertilization. Fertility and sterility. 2015;104(2):333 338. Supportive Phase: All Fresh IVF Protocols Supportive Phase hcg Egg Retrieval 36 Hours after hcg Embryo/Blastocyst Transfer 3 6 Days after Retrieval Pregnancy Test ~14 Days after Transfer Progesterone support started day of retrieval Possible Estrogen support started day of retrieval Alper MM, et al. Reproductive biomedicine online. 2017. Costello M, et al. Manual of Ovulation Induction & Ovarian Stimulation Protocols. 2016:454. Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 23

Frozen Embryo Transfer Protocol Embryo/Blastocyst Transfer 3 6 Days after Progesterone Start Progesterone Hormone Assay ~Cycle Day 21 Leuprolide Acetate 0.5 (10U) or 1.0 (20U) mg/day Day 15 of Estradiol Start Progesterone Estradiol 1mg 2 tablets bid or sliding scale Leuprolide Acetate 0.25 (5U) or 0.5 (10U) mg/day Menses Day 21 Baseline Monitoring Endometrium Lining & Estradiol Level Monitoring Fukuda A. Ovarian Stimulation Protocols: Springer; 2016:113 119. La Marca A, et al. Human reproduction update. 2013:dmt037 In vitro fertilization (IVF) Ovarian stimulation (daily injections of fertility hormones) Retrieval of oocytes/eggs Eggs and partner or donated sperm combined (through IVF) in lab Fresh embryo transfer or freezing of embryos/oocyte ICSI to assist in fertilization 2017 Walgreens Co. All Rights Reserved 24

Prevention of Multiple Gestation The goal of any infertility treatment is a healthy SINGLE full term birth Number of embryos transferred impacts multiple gestation rates With non IVF treatments no control over how many eggs will fertilize IVF use of elective single embryo transfer (eset) is increasing Gerris J. Complications and Outcomes of Assisted Reproduction. 2017:33. Review of Objectives Discuss recommended appropriate non pharmacologic and pharmacologic plans to address infertility Thorough evaluation required so the best individualized plans of treatment can be utilized Identify monitoring parameters for a patient undergoing treatment for infertility Blood assay draws and transvaginal ultrasounds are required for all treatment protocols to minimize risk of developing OHSS Discuss the different commonly used medication protocols used in an ART cycle Many different protocols used and each protocol is applied individually to optimize positive outcome potentials 25

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