When was the first IVF born?
As a major breakthrough in reproductive medicine, IVF technology has brought hope to many infertile couples. So, when was the first IVF born? The following will be detailed from four aspects: historical background, IVF process, success rate and social impact.
1、 Historical background
In 1978, Robert Edwards, a British physiologist at the Royal Obstetrics and Gynaecology Hospital in Edinburgh, England, and the historical background of the birth of Wales 8 test tube baby. Previously, years of research and efforts led to this important breakthrough. The realization of this breakthrough is of great significance for infertile couples. It provides them with a new choice of fertility.
However, before the birth of the first IVF, scientists experienced many difficulties and failures. They need to solve the key problems of embryo culture and transfer. After years of efforts, Edwards and his team finally successfully cultivated the fertilized egg to a stage suitable for implantation in the uterus and successfully transplanted it into female patients.
Louise Joy Brown was born on July 25, 1978. She is the first test tube baby in the world.
2、 The process of IVF
IVF is achieved through in vitro fertilization. Its process is mainly divided into the following steps: egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and transplantation.
First, women receive ovulation induction therapy to promote the development of multiple eggs. Then, doctors take out the eggs through basic extraction technology. At the same time, men provide semen samples for sperm collection.
Next, doctors conduct in vitro fertilization of eggs and sperm, and select healthy embryos for culture through culture and observation. Generally, the culture time is 3-5 days until the embryo reaches the optimal state of implantation into the uterus.
Finally, doctors transplant healthy embryos into the uterus of female patients, waiting for embryo implantation and pregnancy.
3、 Success rate of IVF
The success rate of IVF is related to several factors. Female age is one of the most important factors, and young women have a relatively high success rate. In addition, the health status of the couple, the quality of the fertilized eggs, and the uterine environment will also affect the success rate.
According to the data, the global success rate of IVF is about 35% - 40%. However, the success rate still has certain risks and uncertainties. Some patients may need to make multiple attempts, and even some couples may not be able to successfully obtain IVF.
Therefore, it is recommended that infertile couples consult and evaluate with professional doctors in detail before carrying out IVF, so as to formulate a suitable birth plan.
4、 Social impact
The birth of test tube babies has had a broad impact on society. It provides a hope for infertile couples to realize their reproductive dreams.
At the same time, IVF technology has also triggered a series of ethical and moral issues. For example, sperm or egg donation, embryo freezing and storage, etc. These issues involve various considerations such as individual rights, humanitarianism and scientific development.
In general, the breakthrough in IVF technology has changed the lives of infertile couples, and has had a profound impact on the progress of global reproductive medicine. However, we also need to recognize the ethical and moral challenges brought by IVF technology, and protect the rights and interests of individuals and society while promoting scientific development.
Summary
The first test tube baby was born in 1978, bringing infinite hope to infertile couples. The process of IVF includes egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and transfer. The success rate is affected by many factors, and there are certain risks. The birth of IVF has changed the life of infertile couples and triggered discussions on ethical and moral issues.
