Risks of IVF technology in the United States
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a method to help couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve fertility. Although this technology has been widely used and recognized in the United States, it is not completely risk-free. The possible risks of IVF technology in the United States are described in detail in the following four aspects.
1. Physical and mental health risks
IVF technology may pose certain risks to the physical and mental health of patients. First of all, patients usually need to receive higher doses of hormone therapy when undergoing assisted reproductive technology treatment, which may lead to imbalance of hormone levels and a series of side effects, such as mood fluctuations, insomnia and headache. Secondly, complications may occur during egg retrieval, such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), which may lead to abdominal distention, nausea and vomiting.
In addition, IVF technology itself may also affect the mental health of patients. Infertility itself has caused a certain degree of damage to the relationship between husband and wife and personal self-esteem, while the duration of IVF treatment and psychological pressure may further exacerbate the tension and pressure between husband and wife, and even lead to psychological problems such as anxiety and depression.
2. Risk of genetic disease
An important step in IVF technology is genetic screening to ensure that embryos are free of genetic diseases. However, even after screening, there are still some risks. First of all, genetic screening is not 100% accurate, and sometimes some genetic defects may be missed. Secondly, some genetic diseases may be new mutations and cannot be found through genetic screening. Therefore, although there is no genetic disease on the surface of embryos selected by IVF technology, there are still some risks.
3. Risk of multiple pregnancy and premature delivery
In IVF technology, multiple embryos are often implanted into the uterus to improve the success rate of pregnancy. However, it also increases the risk of multiple pregnancies and premature delivery. Multiple pregnancy may lead to health problems such as low birth weight, respiratory problems and growth retardation. In addition, multiple pregnancy also increases the risk of complications such as hypertension and diabetes. In addition, because the IVF technology usually implants a large number of embryos in the uterus, it will also increase the risk of premature delivery, and infants born due to premature delivery may face higher mortality and health problems.
4. Economic and social risks
IVF technology also has certain risks in economic and social aspects. First of all, the cost of IVF treatment is relatively high, which may burden some families, and only a part of wealthy couples can bear the cost of treatment. Secondly, the success rate of IVF technology is not 100%. If the treatment cycle fails, it may need to be treated again, which increases the economic pressure. In addition, the popularization of IVF technology may also lead to changes in social attitudes and concepts towards fertility issues, and may also lead to a series of ethical and social problems.
To sum up, IVF technology in the United States has certain physiological and psychological health risks, genetic disease risks, multiple pregnancy and premature birth risks, as well as economic and social risks. For those couples considering IVF technology, they should fully understand these risks, and have detailed consultation and discussion with doctors to make a wise decision.
