Dr Simon Fishel, who is overseeing Mr and Mrs Hashmi's IVF treatment, said it was unfortunate that high-tech IVF treatments had not yet worked for the Hashmi family.

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"In the 35 years I have been in this field this is probably the most exciting and significant development that can be of value to all patients seeking IVF, " said Prof Simon Fishel, managing director of CARE Fertility Group.

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