Tissue implanted in arms works like ovaries

Monday, October 1, 2001

CHICAGO -- Sections of ovaries taken from two patients were implanted in their arms and continued to function there, raising hopes women can avoid the loss of fertility that often accompanies treatments for cancer and other diseases.

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