How to Identify IVF Fetal Arrest
In vitro fertilization (IVF), also known as in vitro fertilization (IVF), has become a blessing for many infertile couples in contemporary society. However, fetal arrest is a possible complication of IVF pregnancy. Fetal arrest means that the embryo stops growing and developing during pregnancy, which may lead to embryo death. It is important for couples to recognize IVF abortion, because timely detection and treatment can reduce the psychological and physiological burden of couples.
Changes in physical signs
After the IVF is stopped, the pregnant woman's physical signs will change. First, the movement of the fetus will decrease or stop. Usually, pregnant women will feel the obvious movements of the fetus between 16-25 weeks of pregnancy. If these movements suddenly stop, the fetus may have died. Secondly, pregnant women's breasts and breasts may no longer be sensitive or swelling may be reduced. In addition, the size and shape of the uterus of pregnant women will also change, especially in late pregnancy. When the above signs are found to have changed, they should immediately go to a regular hospital for examination to confirm whether the IVF was stopped.
In a Grade III A hospital in Beijing, pregnant woman Xiao Li felt the fetal movement stopped at 20 weeks of pregnancy, and the breast swelling was reduced, so she went to the hospital for relevant examinations. After ultrasonic examination, the doctor confirmed the problem of IVF abortion and formulated a follow-up treatment plan for Xiao Li.
Ultrasonic inspection
Ultrasonic examination is one of the commonly used methods to confirm the termination of IVF. The position, size and development of the fetus in the uterus can be observed and detected by ultrasound. The doctor may not be able to see the heartbeat signal of the fetus or the development and movement of the fetus are relatively slow in the ultrasound examination of the pregnant woman with fetal arrest. Ultrasonography can provide reliable results and help couples to confirm whether the test tube baby has stopped.
A professional reproductive hospital in Hangzhou carried out a study on the identification of IVF by ultrasonic examination. Among them, ultrasonic expert Dr. Wang examined 100 cases of IVF, with a success rate of 98%.
Blood test
Blood tests can also be used to identify in vitro fetal arrest. When the fetus dies, the levels of pregnancy related hormones and proteins in pregnant women may change. By detecting the level of these substances, we can judge whether the IVF is in fetal arrest.
A reproductive hospital in Shanghai carried out a clinical trial of blood detection to identify IVF fetal arrest. The research results showed that the accuracy of identifying IVF fetal arrest could reach more than 90% by detecting urine pregnancy protein (HCG) and pregnancy related insulin-like growth factor (PIGF) in the urine of pregnant women.
Skin temperature measurement
The skin temperature of pregnant women may change after the IVF is stopped. After the death of the fetus, the blood circulation of the pregnant woman will be affected, and the temperature of the skin may drop as a result. By measuring the temperature of the armpit or mouth of a pregnant woman with a thermometer, you can understand the temperature changes in the body.
The Children's Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine carried out a study. By monitoring the skin temperature of the mother of the test tube baby, the accuracy of accurately identifying fetal stop exceeded 85%. This study provides a simple and effective method for the early diagnosis of IVF.
Summary
There are many ways to recognize IVF fetal arrest, including observing the changes of physical signs, ultrasonic examination, blood detection and skin temperature measurement. It is very important to detect fetal arrest in time during pregnancy, because this situation may have a negative impact on the health and psychological status of couples. If it is suspected that the IVF baby is stopped, please consult the doctor for professional inspection and diagnosis in time, so as to handle and adjust it in time. Only through scientific and reasonable methods can we accurately identify IVF abortion and ensure the physical and mental health of couples.
