Hong Kong IVF: Which couples are suitable for?
Test tube baby is a method to help infertile couples achieve their reproductive aspirations through artificial assisted reproduction technology. As an advanced medical center, Hong Kong has many world-famous IVF hospitals and expert teams. So, which couples are suitable for IVF? The following is a detailed description of age, female infertility causes, male sperm quality and genetic diseases.
1. Age
Female age is an important consideration. With the growth of age, the number and quality of female eggs will gradually decline. Generally speaking, women over 35 years old are more likely to have difficulties in childbirth. For older women, IVF technology can improve the success rate of pregnancy by using fresh or frozen eggs. Therefore, older couples are one of the suitable populations for IVF.
However, not all older couples are suitable for IVF. Doctors will comprehensively evaluate whether it is suitable for IVF according to factors such as female ovarian function and egg quality. Therefore, before choosing IVF, couples should have regular reproductive health checks to understand their own fertility.
2. Causes of female infertility
IVF is suitable for female infertility caused by various reasons. Common factors include ovarian dysfunction, fallopian tube obstruction, polycystic ovary syndrome, etc. For infertility caused by these factors, IVF technology can be solved by means of pregnancy aids, in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer and other methods. Some IVF hospitals in Hong Kong have world advanced reproductive technology and equipment, which can provide professional treatment programs for infertile couples.
However, not all female infertility is suitable for IVF. Some factors, such as uterine abnormalities, serious endocrine diseases, may require other assisted reproductive technologies or surgical treatment. Couples should choose the most appropriate treatment under the guidance of doctors.
3. Male sperm quality
The quality of male sperm is one of the key factors that determine the success of pregnancy. For infertility caused by some male factors, such as abnormal sperm number, vitality and morphology, IVF can improve the success rate of pregnancy through in vitro fertilization or selective embryo transfer.
However, for some couples with poor sperm quality, IVF may not be able to solve the problem. At this time, other technologies may be needed, such as sperm donation or embryo donation. Doctors will formulate individualized treatment plans according to the specific conditions of the couple to improve the success rate of pregnancy.
4. Genetic diseases
Some couples may be at risk of carrying genetic diseases and do not want to pass on the disease to the next generation. IVF technology can screen the risk of genetic diseases carried by embryos through the method of pre implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), and select risk-free embryos for transplantation. This greatly reduces the risk of transmission of genetic diseases to offspring.
However, for some serious genetic diseases, IVF technology cannot guarantee 100% risk avoidance. Therefore, before choosing IVF, couples should consult professional genetic consultants to comprehensively assess the risk of genetic diseases and treatment options.
summary
The IVF technology in Hong Kong is applicable to older couples, female infertility, male sperm quality abnormalities and carriers of genetic diseases. However, the specific situation of each couple is unique, and individual treatment should be carried out under the guidance of doctors. While IVF technology helps infertile couples achieve their reproductive aspirations, it also requires couples to have a full understanding and psychological preparation of the treatment process and possible risks.
