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In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the most well-known and effective method of assisted reproduction. It is used when natural conception is not possible, providing solutions for couples facing fertility challenges.

What is In Vitro Fertilization?

IVF is a process where a woman’s eggs are fertilized with sperm in a laboratory environment, outside the body. The embryos resulting from fertilization are then transferred into the woman’s uterus with the goal of achieving pregnancy.

When is IVF Recommended?

IVF is indicated in various cases, such as:

  • Female Infertility: Blockage or damage to the fallopian tubes, endometriosis, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
  • Male Infertility: Poor sperm quality or motility, or azoospermia.
  • Unexplained Infertility: When no apparent cause can be identified.
  • Advanced Maternal Age: Particularly after age 35, when egg quality declines.
  • Genetic Disorders: When preimplantation genetic diagnosis is needed to prevent hereditary conditions.
  • Fertility Preservation: For patients undergoing cancer treatments who wish to freeze eggs or embryos beforehand.

Steps of the IVF Process

  1. Evaluation and Preparation:
    Comprehensive testing is conducted, including ultrasounds, blood tests, and semen analysis, to plan the treatment.
  2. Ovarian Stimulation:
    Medications are administered to stimulate the growth of multiple follicles in the ovaries. Progress is monitored through ultrasounds and hormone tests.
  3. Egg Retrieval:
    Once the follicles are mature, the eggs are collected under mild sedation using a minimally invasive procedure.
  4. Fertilization:
    The eggs are fertilized with sperm in the laboratory, either through natural selection or using intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).
  5. Embryo Culturing:
    The embryos are cultured in specialized conditions for 3-5 days, allowing them to develop.
  6. Embryo Transfer:
    The healthiest and most viable embryos are selected and transferred into the woman’s uterus. This is a painless procedure that takes only a few minutes.
  7. Implantation Support:
    Hormonal medications are prescribed to support the uterine lining and implantation process.
  8. Pregnancy Test:
    A blood test to measure beta-hCG levels is conducted 10-14 days after the embryo transfer to confirm pregnancy.

Benefits of IVF

  • High Success Rates: Especially when combined with advanced techniques such as preimplantation genetic testing (PGT).
  • Flexibility: Enables the use of frozen eggs or embryos, as well as donor sperm or eggs.
  • Solution for Complex Cases: Addresses even the most challenging infertility scenarios.

Potential Risks

  • Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): Rarely, the ovaries may overreact to stimulation. Modern techniques minimize this risk.
  • Multiple Pregnancies: Transferring more than one embryo increases the likelihood of twins or triplets.
  • Emotional Stress: The process can be emotionally taxing, especially if multiple cycles are required.

Why Choose Us?

At our clinic, IVF is performed to the highest standards of safety and precision. We provide personalized care, utilizing the latest technologies and techniques. Our goal is to support you at every step of your journey toward parenthood.