A University of Calgary program helping young cancer patients freeze ovarian tissue before treatment has led to over 200 live births.

Researchers at the University of Calgary have launched a program that helps young cancer patients preserve their fertility by freezing ovarian tissue before cancer treatments like chemotherapy. Since its launch in 2020, the program has seen an 80% uptake rate and has led to over 200 live births worldwide, though no Canadian patients have had tissue re-implanted yet. The program offers hope for future biological parenthood to young cancer patients.

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