In a study of 8457 women on their first IVF cycle, smoking was associated with a lower delivery rate and higher miscarriage rate.
Women with a BMI greater than 27 also had a lower delivery rate. BMI may be simply calculated by dividing weight in kg by the square of your height in metres. Lifestyle factors can improve IVF outcomes.
Hum Reprod, 2005 20(7):1867-1875
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Nov-05 Effect of overweight and smoking on fertility
