Popularity of IVF technology in China
As an assisted reproductive technology, IVF has been widely used in China in recent years, especially for infertile couples, which provides a feasible reproductive option. However, compared with other countries, the popularization of IVF technology in China needs to be further improved.
First of all, it should be noted that IVF technology is an expensive treatment for infertile couples. Due to the high cost, many couples with insufficient economic conditions are often unable to bear the cost of IVF, which limits the popularity of technology. In addition, in some conservative areas, the acceptance of IVF technology is also low, which further limits the popularity of the technology.
However, although the popularity of IVF technology in China is relatively low, the government and medical institutions have taken a series of measures to promote this technology in recent years. The government has increased its support for fertility technology and provided more funds and policy support for the research and application of IVF technology. Local medical institutions have also actively introduced relevant equipment and recruited professional technicians to guide and operate, so as to improve the popularity of IVF technology.
In addition, some well-known medical institutions have made breakthroughs in IVF technology, which has further accelerated the popularization of technology. For example, a large general hospital in Beijing has set up an IVF department and introduced advanced domestic IVF technology, attracting a large number of patients to come for consultation and treatment. Similarly, some high-level medical institutions in Shanghai, Guangzhou and other places also set up IVF departments, providing more options for infertile couples.
Steps to apply for IVF technology
Applying for IVF technology requires a series of steps and examinations to ensure the suitability of couples and the feasibility of treatment. First, both husband and wife need to go to a special hospital for relevant examinations, including reproductive system examination, semen analysis, women's ovarian function, etc. Doctors will evaluate whether couples are suitable for IVF technology based on the examination results.
If couples are suitable for IVF technology, the next step is ovulation induction therapy. The couple will receive drug treatment to urge the woman to excrete more mature eggs. After that, doctors decide whether to conduct in vitro fertilization through comprehensive evaluation. If in vitro fertilization is decided, the woman will accept the collection of oocytes at a specific time, and the man will provide semen for in vitro fertilization.
After the fertilized egg is formed, the doctor will select the best embryo and transplant it back to the woman's uterus. Thereafter, couples need to rest and observe, waiting for the success of pregnancy. Within two weeks after transplantation, the woman needs to have progesterone monitoring and proper rest to improve the implantation rate of the transferred embryos.
Risks and precautions of IVF technology
Although IVF technology can help infertile couples achieve their reproductive dreams, there are also some risks and precautions.
First, IVF technology does not guarantee a successful pregnancy every time. The success rate is affected by many factors, including the woman's age, physical condition, endometrium, etc. Therefore, couples should be mentally prepared to try many times.
Secondly, IVF technology may lead to multiple pregnancy. In order to improve the success rate, multiple embryos will be transferred back to the uterus, which may sometimes lead to the emergence of multiple fetuses. Multiple pregnancy will increase the risk of complications during pregnancy, so doctors will decide whether to transfer multiple embryos according to the situation.
In addition, IVF technology may also lead to some physical discomfort and side effects, such as abdominal distension, breast pain, mood fluctuations, etc. For these discomfort, the couple needs to communicate with the doctor and adjust the treatment plan in time.
Summary
In conclusion, although the popularity of IVF technology in China still needs to be improved, with the support of the government and medical institutions and the introduction of well-known medical institutions, IVF technology has gradually been promoted in China. Applying for IVF technology requires multiple steps and examinations to ensure the suitability of couples and the feasibility of treatment. However, there are some risks and precautions in IVF technology. Couples need to be prepared and closely cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan.
