Background of the third generation of IVF in China
The third generation of IVF refers to the fertilization process that uses the latest assisted reproductive technology (ART) to precisely control the sperm and eggs in the laboratory, and then implant the fertilized eggs into the mother to finally achieve pregnancy and fertility. Since the birth of the first test tube baby in the world in 1978, this technology has been widely used in the world, and the third generation of test tube baby technology has also been continuously developed and improved in China.
The development of the third generation IVF technology benefits from the progress of medical technology, such as technological breakthroughs in embryo culture, embryo screening, embryo implantation, etc. At the same time, people's concern and demand for fertility also promote the development of this technology.
Progress of the third generation IVF technology in China
Many well-known hospitals and institutions in China are committed to the research and application of the third generation IVF technology. For example, first-class medical institutions such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital and Ruijin Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine all have a high level of IVF technology.
The progress of the third generation IVF technology in China is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
First, the improvement of embryo culture technology. Some hospitals in China have improved the formula of embryo culture medium and optimized the culture conditions to improve the success rate of embryo development. At the same time, a continuous culture system was introduced to make the embryos develop better in a non-interference environment.
Secondly, the application of embryo screening technology. The use of gene sequencing and chromosome analysis and other technologies to screen embryos, exclude embryos carrying genetic disease genes or chromosome abnormalities, improve the success rate of pregnancy and reduce the risk of fertility defects.
Thirdly, the receptive ability of the embryo endometrium is improved. Some hospitals in China have improved the ability of the endometrium to accept embryos during embryo implantation by fully evaluating the endometrial status of patients and combining with traditional Chinese medicine and other means.
Challenges of the third generation IVF technology in China
Although the third generation IVF technology in China has made great progress, it still faces some challenges.
First, technology costs are high. In the process of IVF, multiple inspections and operations need to be carried out. The use of high-end equipment and fine operation technology has led to high costs in the whole process, which has brought burdens to some families with poor economic conditions.
Secondly, legal and ethical issues. The promotion and application of IVF technology will inevitably involve legal and ethical issues, which need to be coordinated with social ethics and laws and regulations.
Thirdly, the technical requirements for patients and doctors are high. The third generation IVF technology requires doctors to have high professional skills and clinical experience, and patients also need to have a strong sense of cooperation and psychological endurance.
Summary
With the continuous progress of science and technology, the third generation IVF technology in China has made significant progress in embryo culture, embryo screening and embryo implantation. However, the technology cost, legal and ethical issues and technical requirements are still the challenges facing the development of IVF technology in China. In the future, all parties need to work together to further improve the technology, improve the operability and safety of the technology, and combine it with the legal and ethical provisions to create fertility hope for more infertile patients.
