ABSTRACT
Significant advances have been made in the field of reproductive medicine over the past several decades. The knowledge that has been gained has provided a better understanding of the science of infertility and has resulted in the development of reproductive technologies that have greatly benefited infertile couples. However, with the introduction of these new therapies, there is a realization that infertility is not a simple medical problem but there are legal, economic, moral, and ethical issues that must be addressed. This chapter will provide an overview of infertility and discuss its broader impact on society today.
