The influence of ectopic pregnancy on test tube baby
Extrauterine pregnancy refers to the implantation of the fertilized egg outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube. Compared with traditional natural pregnancy, the possibility of ectopic pregnancy during IVF is higher. The influence of ectopic pregnancy on IVF is mainly reflected in the following four aspects.
1. Decrease in pregnancy success rate
Extrauterine pregnancy has a negative impact on the success rate of IVF pregnancy. After the occurrence of ectopic pregnancy, the embryo cannot be normally implanted in the uterus, but in the fallopian tube or other locations. As a result, the gestational sac is unable to get the nutrients and oxygen provided by the uterine wall, which leads to the embryonic development being blocked, or even death. Therefore, the existence of ectopic pregnancy makes the pregnancy success rate of IVF decrease.
In addition, ectopic pregnancy may also lead to abnormal embryonic development or malformation, increasing the risk of abortion. If the ectopic pregnancy in the early pregnancy is not detected and treated in time, the continued development of the embryo outside the uterus may lead to the rupture of the fallopian tube, serious bleeding and shock, and endanger the patient's life.
2. The difficulty of diagnosis and treatment increases
The diagnosis and treatment of ectopic pregnancy is a challenge for IVF. Because in the process of IVF, the probability of embryos in the fallopian tube is high, and there are no obvious symptoms of ectopic pregnancy, it is difficult to accurately determine whether there is an ectopic pregnancy through clinical manifestations. It is generally necessary to confirm the existence of ectopic pregnancy through ultrasound and relevant laboratory tests, such as blood HCG level monitoring and laparoscopy.
Once ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed, treatment is relatively difficult. Early ectopic pregnancy can be treated by drug treatment or intracavitary administration, but for cases that have caused positive acute abdomen, surgical intervention, including laparoscopy or laparotomy, is required.
3. Increased psychological pressure
The psychological pressure of ectopic pregnancy on IVF couples may increase. It was not easy to achieve pregnancy through IVF technology, but the result was ectopic pregnancy, which was a heavy blow to both husband and wife. Not only the reality of pregnancy failure, but also the physical and psychological pressure of surgical treatment.
Extrauterine pregnancy not only causes physical harm to women, but also psychological distress to men. In the process of IVF, men are often the one who supports and encourages, and when ectopic pregnancy occurs, they will also face this failure.
Summary:
The influence of ectopic pregnancy on IVF is mainly manifested in the decrease of pregnancy success rate, the increase of difficulty in diagnosis and treatment, and the increase of psychological pressure. Extrauterine pregnancy not only has a negative impact on the pregnancy results of test tube babies, but also brings physical and psychological problems to both spouses. Therefore, in the process of IVF, the prevention and treatment of ectopic pregnancy should be strengthened to improve the success rate of pregnancy and reduce the harm to both spouses.
