What is IVF
In vitro fertilization embryo transfer (IVF-ET), the full name of IVF-ET, is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which helps babies to be born under difficult reproductive conditions by transferring embryos into women's uterus after in vitro fertilization of eggs and sperm.
Test tube baby technology was first successfully applied in Britain in 1978, and now it has become an important choice for many infertile patients. This technology has made great progress in the world and improved the fertility of many couples.
How to apply for IVF
Before applying for IVF, couples should first consult their doctors to find out whether their fertility problems are suitable for IVF technology. In general, patients may be advised to consider IVF if they meet the following conditions:
1. Women have no or functional ovarian syndrome.
2. The male has abnormal sperm.
3. Hydrosalpinx, obstruction or excision in female.
4. Women have endometriosis or uterine abnormalities.
Before choosing IVF, the couple should discuss in detail with the doctor to understand the working principle, risk and success rate of the technology. Next, they need to go to the reproductive center of a regular hospital for physical examination and birth assessment, so that doctors can determine the best treatment plan.
Applying for IVF usually requires the joint participation of couples, including female ovulation induction treatment, control of follicle development and monitoring of follicle growth, and male fresh semen for in vitro fertilization. After in vitro fertilization, doctors will select the highest quality embryos to be transferred into the uterus of women for pregnancy and pregnancy monitoring.
Success rate and risk of IVF
The success rate of IVF is related to many factors. These factors include female age, ovarian reserve function, weight, disease status and reproductive organ health. Generally speaking, young women have a higher success rate. According to statistics, the global success rate of IVF is about 30-40%.
However, IVF also has some risks. First, the process of ovulation induction may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, which may cause abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, ascites and other uncomfortable symptoms. Secondly, bacterial infection may occur during IVF or uterine injury may occur during embryo transfer.
In addition, IVF may increase the risk of multiple pregnancies. In order to increase the success rate, doctors sometimes transfer multiple embryos into the uterus, which increases the possibility of twin or multiple pregnancy, thus increasing the risk of premature delivery and other complications.
Regular hospitals implementing IVF
There are many formal hospitals around the world that provide IVF technology. The following are some regular hospitals with high reputation in China:
1. Beijing 301 Hospital Reproductive Medicine Center: It has rich practical experience and advanced technical equipment, providing comprehensive and professional care and services for IVF babies.
2. Shanghai Oriental Institute of Reproductive Medicine: As one of the earliest hospitals in China to implement IVF technology, they have an experienced team to provide high-quality medical services.
3. Reproductive and Genetic Diagnosis and Treatment Center of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou South China Medical University: it has advanced assisted reproductive technology and a professional team to provide personalized treatment programs for patients.
4. Chengdu Century Huakang Reproductive Hospital: As a well-known reproductive hospital in southwest China, it provides IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies, and has a high-quality medical team.
Summary
Test tube baby is an important technology to help infertile patients to reproduce. Applying for IVF requires doctor consultation, physical examination and birth assessment. The success rate and risk of IVF are related to many factors, including age, health status and reproductive organ health. There are many regular hospitals around the world that provide IVF technology, including Beijing 301 Hospital Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai Oriental Reproductive Medicine Research Institute, Guangzhou South China Medical University Second Affiliated Hospital Reproductive and Genetic Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Chengdu Century Huakang Reproductive Hospital, etc.
Through IVF technology, many infertile couples have realized their dreams and have their own children.
