In Vitro Fertilization or IVF (commonly known as ‘Test – Tube Baby’) is a technology in which eggs cells are fertilized by sperms outside the body in a laboratory. Eggs removed from the woman’s ovaries after hormonal stimulation are fertilized by washed sperm – spermatozoa removed from the other components of seminal fluid. The egg and sperm are combined in a fluid medium inside a special cultivation dish in an incubator.
IVF is used to Treat a Range of Fertility Issues Including :
| • | low sperm count |
| • | fallopian tube damage, for example as a result of endometriosis |
| • | female’s age |
| • | ovulation problems, for example, caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). |
The benefits of In Vitro Fertilization are:
⦁ IVF IS THE RIGHT OPTION FOR YOU IF:
⦁ The causes of infertility include blocked fallopian tubes, increased maternal age, reduced ovarian reserve, and severe male infertility issues. In these cases, IVF is the best treatment option.
⦁ Increased chances of having a healthy baby. When there is a chance of passing any genetic disorder, preimplantation genetic screening in IVF makes it possible to choose a healthy embryo.
⦁ IVF can be used successfully in any individual. It can be used in surrogate or gestational carriers, women who are facing frequent miscarriages and also in same-sex couples who want to enter parenthood.
IVF is a medical procedure that involves few risks and complications:
⦁ Multiple pregnancies - this may result when more than one embryo is inserted, which increases the risk of low birth weight or premature birth.
⦁ Miscarriages or loss of a pregnancy - like normal pregnancy IVF pregnancy also has a risk of miscarriages
⦁ Ectopic pregnancy - when egg implants outside the uterus it is called an ectopic pregnancy. 2% to 5% of women with IVF have an ectopic pregnancy, where pregnancy cannot be continued.
⦁ Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome - Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is the injectable fertility drug used to induce ovulation. During this process, ovaries may become swollen and painful, which is called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Symptoms include mild abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and diarrhea. These symptoms will disappear in a few weeks.
Our Fertility Experts Dr.Nitin Lad and Dr.Neha Lad along with our Embryologist will determine if IVF is the right course of treatment for you , based on your specific situation. In standard IVF Treatment , a couple’s own sperm and Oocytes are used. In certain Circumstances when this is not possible, donated eggs or sperm will be used with proper consultation and consent.
