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This chapter has explored all aspects of the clinical embryo cryobank. The design has been described, including how to decide on the type and number of vessels, the equipment needed and how safety and security should be managed. The processes of adding and removing embryos from the cryobank have been covered, including tips on how to manage a cryobank containing many embryos via a ‘bring-forward’ system. Embryo cryopreservation is commonplace in ART, and this trend will likely continue for the foreseeable future. Thus, the cryobank has a pivotal role in delivering successful outcomes for our patients.
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Taylor, E. (2020). Managing an Embryo Cryobank. In: Allahbadia, G.N., Ata, B., Lindheim, S.R., Woodward, B.J., Bhagavath, B. (eds) Textbook of Assisted Reproduction. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2377-9_65
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