**2.10. Laparoscopy and IVF/ICSI are complementary since a long time (9)**

The first in vitro fertilization (IVF) child ensued following the partnership by a scientist with a focused ambition (Nobel laureate Robert Edwards) joining with the gynecologist who introduced laparoscopy to Britain in the late 60's (Patrick Steptoe). Egg retrieval was done laparoscopically. In modern practice, laparoscopic egg retrieval is still required whenever inaccessible ovaries are encountered. A trial of transabdominal sonographic aspiration was recently published with lower success rate of egg retrieval if compared to transvaginal sonographic aspiration (10).

**Laparoscopic GIFT:** a blastocyst intrafallopian transfer was associated with an intrauterine pregnancy; however, when the indication for blastocyst tubal transfer of an obstructed cervix is associated with a foreshortened cervix requiring cervical cerclage, there can be major health risks for infant and mother (11).
