The relationship between test tube baby and small uterus

IVF technology is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which can help couples who cannot conceive naturally due to infertility and other reasons to achieve their reproductive aspirations. However, the smaller uterus may have an impact on the success rate of IVF.

Small uterus is usually caused by congenital dysplasia, endometrial polyps, hysteromyoma and other reasons. In this case, the volume of the uterine cavity is small, which may affect the development and implantation of the embryo in the uterus.

However, not all patients with small uteri cannot have IVF. To determine whether a woman is suitable for IVF, multiple factors need to be considered.

Related factors

1. Uterine cavity volume: the smaller the uterine cavity volume, the success rate of IVF may decline. In some cases, the uterine cavity can be expanded by surgery and other methods to improve the success rate of IVF.

2. Endometrium thickness: Endometrium is an important environment for embryo implantation. If the endometrium is too thin, the embryo may not be implanted well, leading to pregnancy failure. Before IVF, doctors usually thicken the endometrium through hormone therapy.

3. Ovarian function: The quality of ovarian function directly affects the success rate of IVF. Even if the uterus is small, if the ovary function is normal, IVF can still be carried out, but the success rate may be slightly lower.

Possible solutions

1. Endometrial transplantation: Endometrial transplantation can be considered for those patients whose uterus cannot be expanded. This technique will transplant healthy endometrium into patients, thus providing a more suitable environment for embryo growth.

2. Hormone therapy: For patients with thin endometrium, hormone therapy can be used to thicken the endometrium. This treatment usually includes oral or injection of some hormone drugs to promote endometrial thickening.

3. Enlarge the uterine cavity: For some patients with small uterine cavity, surgery can be considered to expand the uterine cavity. This operation usually places an instrument called a uterine dilator in the uterus to increase the volume by gradually expanding the uterine cavity.

conclusion

Small uterus is not an absolute contraindication for IVF, but it will have a certain impact on the success rate. The patient should discuss with the doctor whether it is suitable for IVF after a comprehensive examination and evaluation. According to the specific situation, doctors can choose corresponding solutions to improve the success rate of IVF.

*The final decision is made by the patient himself, so it is recommended that the patient choose a formal and experienced hospital when choosing a hospital to ensure the safety and effect of the operation.