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Can IVF lead to low intellectual development of infants?

Can IVF lead to low intellectual development of infants?



Can IVF lead to low intellectual development of infants?

The emergence of IVF technology has brought hope to those couples who have difficulties in natural pregnancy, but it has also triggered some concerns, one of which is that IVF may lead to low intellectual development of infants. Such concerns mainly stem from ignorance of IVF technology and some inaccurate information dissemination. In this article, we will discuss the potential impact of IVF on infant intelligence development from different perspectives.

1. The process and risks of IVF

IVF is a complex medical technology that helps couples conceive through in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. Although this technology has been widely used and promoted in many famous hospitals such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital, it is not without risks. The multiple hormone treatments and procedures involved in IVF may lead to some complications, such as multiple pregnancy, premature delivery, low birth weight, etc. Although preterm birth and low birth weight may be related to low intellectual development, this is not the reason why IVF technology itself directly leads to intellectual problems.

2. Influence of genetic factors

Intellectual development is affected by both genetic and environmental factors. Whether it is a natural pregnancy or a test tube baby, children's intellectual development is affected by their parents' genes. IVF only adopts some special medical means in the stage of fertilization and embryo transfer, without changing the genetic information carried by the embryo. Unless there are specific genetic defects, the intellectual development of IVF will not be fundamentally different from that of natural pregnancy.

3. The influence of parents' education and environment on infants' intelligence

In addition to genetic factors, parents' education level and family environment are also crucial to infants' intellectual development. Adequate early education and good family environment can promote the intellectual development of infants. Both IVF babies and naturally conceived babies need good nutrition and sufficient care to ensure their healthy growth. Therefore, if parents can provide a good educational environment and appropriate stimulation, the intellectual development of IVF will not be significantly affected.

4. Conclusion of comprehensive medical research

Most scientific studies have shown that there is no significant difference between the intelligence development of IVF and that of naturally conceived infants. For example, a study by the National Institutes of Health found that after testing the intelligence performance of 7-year-old test tube babies and naturally conceived children, the average intelligence scores of the two groups of children were almost the same. In addition, with the progress of IVF technology, doctors have gradually improved the operation technology, reducing the occurrence of some risk factors. In conclusion, IVF does not directly lead to low intellectual development of infants. Compared with naturally conceived infants, the influence on the intellectual development of IVF can be controlled and improved. Parents' education and environment are equally important to infants' intellectual development. For couples who need IVF, understanding and receiving the correct medical information, choosing a formal hospital and professional team for treatment, and providing a good family environment and education are the keys to ensure the healthy development of infants.
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