1. Factors related to the success rate of older IVF infants
Older IVF babies refer to women aged 35 and above who become pregnant through assisted reproductive technology (such as IVF). However, compared with young women, the success rate of older IVF is indeed lower. This is mainly due to the following factors:
First, the ovarian function of older women began to decline, and the quality and quantity of follicular development decreased, thus reducing the quantity and quality of fertilized eggs.
Secondly, older women are more likely to suffer from a variety of gynecological problems, such as hysteromyoma, endometriosis, etc. These problems will adversely affect the implantation of fertilized eggs and embryonic development.
In addition, older women are more likely to be accompanied by chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome, which will increase the risk of embryonic malformations.
Finally, older women are more likely to have other health problems, such as hypertension, diabetes, etc. These problems will have adverse effects on embryo implantation and maternal health during pregnancy.
2. Methods and measures to improve the success rate of older IVF infants
Although the success rate of older IVF infants is low, some methods and measures can improve its success rate:
First of all, it is very important to choose the right hospital and experts. For example, well-known hospitals such as Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital in China and the Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine have rich experience and technology in assisted reproductive technology, and have first-class equipment and laboratories.
Secondly, comprehensive physical examination and evaluation shall be carried out before the adoption of assisted reproductive technology, and the treatment plan and drug use shall be adjusted according to the examination results.
In addition, the adjustment of diet and living habits is also important. Follow healthy diet, keep moderate exercise, quit smoking and limit alcohol, reduce mental stress and other measures can improve reproductive health.
3. Statistics of the success rate of older IVF infants
According to the statistics of famous hospitals in China, the success rate of older IVF babies is generally low. With the increase of age, the success rate gradually decreases. For example, the statistics of Beijing Maternity Hospital show that the success rate of test tube babies aged 35-39 years old is about 30%, the success rate of 40-42 years old is 15-20%, and the success rate of over 42 years old is less than 10%.
However, it is worth noting that there are still individual differences in the success rate. Some older women successfully conceive and have healthy babies through appropriate treatment programs and appropriate interventions.
4. Summary
To sum up, the success rate of older IVF babies is indeed low, but by selecting appropriate hospitals and experts, adopting appropriate assisted reproductive technology programs, adjusting diet and living habits, older women still have the opportunity to realize their desire to become pregnant and have healthy babies. Therefore, in the face of the plight of older IVF infants, we should not be discouraged, and we should actively seek medical help to increase the chances of success.
