Risks of In Vitro Fertilization Like all medical procedures, there are inherent risks associated with embryo transfer as well. The advent of technology and improvement of the protocols have to a large extent mitigated the risks associated with the transfers, these are not eliminated altogether. Some of the commonly associated risks with embryo transfers include Cramps Vaginal bleeding Uterine perforation…
Embryo Transfer Embryo transfer is the final stage of the IVF process wherein mature eggs are retrieved from ovaries and fertilized by sperm in a lab. Then the fertilized embryo is then transferred to a uterus surgically. This procedure can be performed using a woman's own eggs and the partner's sperm. Or it may involve eggs, sperm, or embryos from…
The Laboratory - Fertilization Conventional IVF Fertilization involves a process wherein the eggs from the female are retrieved from her ovaries and are fertilized with sperm taken from the male outside the natural habitat which is the uterus/womb. The fertilized embryo is then allowed to grow in a lab for several days following the fertilization, usually 3-5 days, and then…
Frozen Sperm Sperm freezing or technically sperm cryopreservation is the process of collecting and freezing sperm in liquid nitrogen for some future use. Some of the common reasons associated with freezing sperm include – possible cancer treatments, occupational hazards, career & lifestyle choices, and in most cases, it is for fertility treatment in-absentia. Sperm Extraction and Retrieval Procedure: PESA |…
Fast Facts About the IVF Egg Retrieval Procedure Egg retrieval is a surgical procedure that removes the egg(s) from the woman's ovaries required for the In Vitro Fertilization process. The procedure is carried out in a minimally invasive manner and therefore leaves no scars, stitches and has a short recovery time. Lasting about 10-15 minutes, it is carried out around…
Stimulation is the first step in the IVF treatment cycle wherein the female is placed on hormone-based medication that facilitates ovaries to produce multiple follicles, which can eventually lead to multiple embryos. This in turn gives the individual a higher chance of implantation and eventual pregnancy. Stimulation is also the key to produce enough embryos to be able to use…
Treatment Preparation Like all successful procedures, adequate planning and preparation helps IVF. The preparation phase can last as long as 3 months, wherein the individual will be required to follow specific guidelines provided by the fertility specialist to maximise the chances of fertilization, transfer, and eventual pregnancy. The month period is consistent with the time frame that the egg takes…
What is the IVF Treatment Process? Treatment Preparation Like all successful procedures, adequate planning and preparation help IVF. The preparation phase can last as long as 3 months, wherein the individual will be required to follow specific guidelines provided by the fertility specialist to maximise the chances of fertilization, transfer, and eventual pregnancy. The month period is consistent with the…
What is ICSI - IVF? An Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection is an advanced reproductive procedure wherein a single sperm is directly injected into the egg to cause fertilization. This is accomplished in an embryology lab and is one of two fertilization methods that can be used during IVF. The sperm to be injected is selected using sperm morphology and its forward…
What is Natural IVF? Natural IVF refers to the stimulation of ovaries via natural methods and not using any medication. The patient is monitored closely with ultrasounds and bloodwork – and eggs are allowed to develop in the natural course without any outside assistance. The follicles will grow naturally and doctors will continue to observe the same and will proceed…
