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What is IVF technology like?

IVF technology, also known as assisted reproductive technology (ART), is a way to help couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve their reproductive aspirations. It involves handling eggs and sperm in the laboratory and then transplanting the fertilized eggs back to the mother. The following will introduce the specific process of IVF technology from different aspects.

1. In vitro fertilization (IVF)

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the first step of IVF technology. This process usually includes the following steps:

First of all, doctors will inject ovulation promoting drugs into women to promote the ovarian production of multiple eggs to increase the chance of pregnancy. Then, the doctor collects the eggs through a simple surgical procedure.

Next, doctors collect male semen samples and combine them with eggs in the laboratory. This process is called in vitro fertilization. If the sperm quality is poor, a technique called single sperm injection (ICSI) can be used to inject a single sperm into an egg.

After successful fertilization, the fertilized eggs will be cultured in the laboratory for 2 to 6 days. Then, the doctor will select the best fertilized eggs for transplantation or cryopreservation.

2. Transplantation

During the transfer phase, doctors will transfer the fertilized egg or embryo back to the female uterus. This process is very simple and usually does not require anesthesia.

The doctor will use a thin and soft catheter to carefully place the fertilized egg or embryo into the endometrium. Generally speaking, doctors will transfer multiple embryos at the same time to increase the chance of pregnancy.

After transplantation, women need to rest for a period of time, and may need to take some drugs to help embryo implantation and maintain pregnancy.

3. Follow up monitoring and pregnancy

After transplantation, the doctor will regularly monitor the level of progesterone in women's blood and urine. Progesterone is an important female hormone, which can help maintain pregnancy.

If the pregnancy is successful, women will receive routine prenatal care, including regular examinations, blood tests, ultrasound examinations, etc. Doctors will monitor the development of the embryo to ensure the health of the mother and baby.

4. Success rate and risk

The success rate of IVF technology will be affected by many factors, including women's age, reproductive health and hospital experience.

According to statistics, the success rate of IVF technology is about 30% to 40%. However, the success rate will decline with the growth of women's age. In addition, IVF technology also brings some risks, such as multiple pregnancy, premature delivery, abortion, etc.

In a word, IVF technology is an advanced technology to help couples who cannot conceive naturally to achieve their reproductive aspirations. Through in vitro fertilization, transplantation, follow-up monitoring and pregnancy and other steps, IVF technology has brought fertility hope to many couples.