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Fertility Glossary

Medical fertility preservation

Preservation because a medical treatment or condition may affect fertility.

Fertility preservation

NICE recommends that people facing treatments such as chemotherapy are offered information and, where appropriate, preservation. Local NHS funding rules apply.

Also known as: medically indicated fertility preservation

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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