Operation procedure of IVF
IVF is an assisted reproductive technology, which helps couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their reproductive dreams through in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. The specific operation process is as follows:
1. Consultation and preliminary inspection
The husband and wife need to consult with the professional reproductive medical center first, and the doctor will know their medical history, living habits and genetic factors in detail. Next, the doctor will suggest further relevant preliminary examinations according to the couple's situation, including male semen analysis, female gynecological examination and hormone level detection.
2. Ovulation promotion process
If the preliminary examination results are normal, the doctor will formulate a reasonable ovulation promotion treatment plan. Women will take orally or inject gonadotropin according to their own conditions to stimulate ovarian development. During this process, the doctor will monitor the follicular development through ultrasound to determine the best time to collect eggs.
Once the follicle is mature, the doctor will use professional techniques to puncture the follicle and collect the mature eggs through the vagina. This process is usually carried out in the operating room, and patients will receive local anesthesia or intravenous anesthesia.
3. Fertilization and embryo culture
After collecting eggs, the doctor will combine the discharged eggs with sperm in the laboratory for in vitro fertilization. Common methods include conventional culture and ICSI. In the process of culture, doctors will closely monitor the development of embryos.
Generally, eggs will develop in culture dishes for 2-6 days to form high-quality embryos. Doctors will select the best embryo for transplantation according to the quality and development of the embryo.
4. Embryo transfer
Embryo transfer is the last step in the process of IVF. The doctor will transfer the selected embryo into the female uterus in order to successfully embed it into the endometrium and eventually develop into a normal pregnancy.
Embryo transfer is usually a simple and painless process that does not require general anesthesia. Doctors will use ultrasound guidance to implant embryos into the uterus through a slender catheter.
Why do we need IVF?
As an assisted reproductive technology, IVF has created the hope of fertility for couples who cannot conceive naturally. The main reasons for its need are as follows:
1. Reproductive disorders
Some couples may have fertility disorders, such as female fallopian tube blockage, male sperm quantity or quality abnormalities, which lead to inability to conceive naturally. IVF technology can help them complete fertilization and embryo culture in the laboratory, increasing the chance of pregnancy.
2. Irreversible operation
Some diseases or operations may lead to the loss of uterine function of women and inability to conceive. For example, endometriosis, hysterectomy or surgery for some malignant tumors. The IVF technology can help these women realize their desire to have children.
3. Genetic problems
Some couples may carry genetic disease genes and worry that their offspring will be affected by genetic diseases. Through IVF technology, doctors can detect embryo genes before fertilization, and exclude embryos with genetic disease genes to reduce the risk of genetic diseases.
4. Academic research
The development of IVF technology is also closely related to academic research. Continuous practice and research will help to improve technology, improve the success rate, and further promote the development of reproductive medicine.
Summary
The specific operation process of IVF surgery includes consultation and preliminary examination, ovulation promotion process, fertilization and embryo culture, and embryo transfer. IVF technology provides hope for couples who cannot conceive naturally to realize their reproductive dreams. The main reasons for its need include fertility disorders, irreversible surgery, genetic problems and academic research. Through IVF technology, many couples have successfully achieved fertility, bringing them great joy.
