Introduction to the whole process of IVF
IVF is a way to help couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their dreams of procreation through assisted reproductive technology. This article will introduce the whole process of IVF in detail, and take a real hospital as a case to describe.
Application and preliminary evaluation
Before couples decide to try IVF, they should first go to the hospital or specialized clinic for consultation and application. Taking a real hospital as an example, the couple must submit the relevant physical examination report or the doctor will make a preliminary assessment after re examination by the hospital. The preliminary assessment mainly includes the reproductive capacity, physical condition and genetic history of both spouses. If the preliminary evaluation results meet the indications of IVF, the couple can proceed to the next step of preparation.
Assisted reproductive technology operation
After successfully passing the preliminary assessment, the couple will extract eggs before entering the luteal phase. A real hospital uses in vitro fertilization (IVF) to carry out IVF, and the operation methods are as follows:
1. Mobilization preparation: according to the time specified in the plan, the woman will take anti ovulation drug treatment, so as to promote ovarian development and increase the amount of eggs taken. At the same time, the man will provide fresh sperm samples.
2. Egg taking and fertilization: After ovarian ultrasound monitoring, when the size and number of follicles reach the appropriate level, the doctor will take out the eggs. At the same time, sperm combines with eggs in the laboratory to achieve in vitro fertilization. This process requires precise operation and coordination.
3. Embryo culture and screening: after successful fertilization, the embryo is cultured in the laboratory, and the doctor selects one or more embryos with the most development potential for transplantation according to the development of the embryo.
Embryo transfer and pregnancy management
Embryo transfer is one of the key steps of IVF, which is usually carried out three to five days after the eggs are taken out. In a real hospital, embryo transfer operations are as follows:
1. Embryo preparation: The doctor will test and prepare the selected embryos. The operation is usually carried out in the uterine cavity, and a thin catheter is inserted into the uterine cavity gradually through the vagina.
2. Transplantation: doctors transfer embryos into the uterine cavity under the guidance of ultrasound. This process usually ensures the accurate position of the embryo and avoids complications through monitoring.
3. Pregnancy management: After successful transplantation, couples need to have a period of rest and recovery. Later, the couple will be guided by the doctor to conduct pregnancy management, including paying attention to rest, regular prenatal examination and following the doctor's advice.
Summary
The whole process of IVF consists of four stages: application and preliminary evaluation, assisted reproductive technology operation, embryo transfer and pregnancy management. Couples need to go through a series of examinations and operations to complete the whole process of IVF under the guidance of doctors and technical teams. The continuous progress of IVF technology provides opportunities for couples who cannot conceive naturally to realize their reproductive dreams.
