What are the risks of egg retrieval in the specific steps of IVF?

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What are the risks of egg retrieval in the specific steps of IVF?

IVF is an assisted reproductive technology that helps infertile couples achieve fertility through in vitro fertilization and embryo culture. The process of egg retrieval is a key step for women. Although egg retrieval is a relatively safe process, there are still some risks. The following are the possible risks during egg retrieval:

1. Treatment of unordered ovulation induction without legal prohibition

Preparations before oocyte retrieval usually include ovulation induction treatment, that is, by using ovulation induction drugs to help women develop more follicles. However, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) may be caused if the doctor does not properly monitor the patient's ovulation promotion process, or the patient uses ovulation promoting drugs on his own. OHSS may cause ovarian swelling, abdominal distension, chest discomfort, nausea and other symptoms, and in serious cases may also cause ascites and blood clots.

In order to reduce this risk, patients should receive a comprehensive physical examination and follow the doctor's instructions before receiving ovulation induction treatment.

2. Complications during egg retrieval

The process of taking eggs is usually through needle guided by hysteroscope. This process may be accompanied by some complications, such as infection, bleeding and organ damage.

Infection is one of the most common complications during egg retrieval. To prevent infection, doctors usually give antibiotics to patients before taking eggs. However, patients may still be infected after surgery. Other complications such as bleeding and organ damage may occur in very few cases, but they need to be closely monitored and treated.

3. Sequela after egg retrieval

The process of egg retrieval may exert pressure on women's bodies to some extent. The patient may feel some discomfort after the operation, such as abdominal pain, nausea and fatigue. These discomfort usually subside within a few days, but may also last for a long time.

In addition, the process of egg retrieval may have an impact on women's fertility. When taking eggs, the ovary will be stimulated, which may lead to the decline of ovarian function, thus affecting the natural fertility in the future. This effect is usually temporary. Generally, ovarian function will return to normal within a few months.

4. Risk difficult to control

In addition to the above risks, there are also some risks that are difficult to control in egg retrieval. Each patient's physical condition is different, and may have different reactions to the egg retrieval process. Therefore, before egg retrieval, doctors need to fully understand the patient's physical condition and conduct a comprehensive assessment to reduce possible risks.

In conclusion, egg retrieval is a key step in IVF, but there are also some risks. These risks include no prohibition, disordered ovulation induction treatment, complications during ovum retrieval, sequelae after ovum retrieval and uncontrollable risks. However, by fully communicating with doctors and following their guidance, these risks can be minimized and the success rate of IVF can be improved.