How to realize IVF
IVF is a kind of assisted reproduction technology. Through artificial control and assisted reproduction technology, the fertilized eggs can synthesize embryos in vitro, and the synthetic embryos can be implanted into the mother's uterus, so as to realize the process of pregnancy and fertility. The realization process of IVF is described in detail from four aspects below.
Select appropriate assisted reproductive technology
Before implementing IVF, doctors will select appropriate assisted reproductive technologies according to women's specific conditions and needs. Common assisted reproductive technologies include in vitro fertilization embryo transfer (IVF-ET), cryopreservation of eggs or sperm, and cryopreservation of sperm or embryos after in vitro fertilization.
IVF-ET is one of the most commonly used IVF technologies. It takes eggs from women after ovulation, and then fertilizes eggs and sperm in vitro to form fertilized eggs and then cultivate them into embryos, which are then implanted into women's uterus.
Cryopreservation technology is to preserve female eggs or male sperm at a very low temperature for future use. This can solve the problem of sexual dysfunction of some couples, and also enable women to freeze their eggs when they are young, so that they can use them when they are difficult to conceive when they grow older.
Implement IVF operation
IVF surgery needs to be carried out in a professional reproductive hospital. The operation process is usually divided into the following steps:
1. Ovulation promotion: through the use of drugs to stimulate the ovary, increase the number of ovulatory follicles, and finally make the ovary produce enough mature follicles.
2. Egg retrieval: After ovulation, doctors will use ultrasound guidance and fine needles to directly remove mature eggs.
3. Fertilization: In the laboratory, doctors will use in vitro fertilization technology to fertilize the eggs and sperm taken out.
4. Embryo culture: The doctor will culture the fertilized egg to an appropriate stage of embryonic development, usually multiple cell stages.
5. Embryo implantation: The cultured embryo will be implanted into the female uterus. This process usually involves placing the embryo into a slender catheter, and then implanting the embryo into the endometrium accurately under the guidance of hysteroscopy or B-ultrasound.
Follow up observation and adjustment
After embryo implantation, women need to take a period of rest and observation, and take medication according to the doctor's advice. The doctor will conduct regular blood tests and B ultrasound tests to ensure the successful implantation of embryos, and detect and deal with any complications as soon as possible.
If the embryo implantation is successful, pregnancy will occur, and then women need to carry out routine pregnancy inspection, health care and precautions. If the pregnancy fails, a second IVF operation may be required.
The Realization and Prospect of IVF
IVF technology has been widely used worldwide, and has helped many couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their desire to have children. With the continuous progress of medical technology, IVF technology is also constantly innovating and improving, providing more people with the hope of fertility.
In general, the implementation of IVF requires the selection of appropriate assisted reproductive technology, the implantation of fertilized eggs into the uterus through surgery, and subsequent observation and adjustment. This process needs to be carried out in professional medical institutions, and needs the guidance and support of professional medical teams.
It should be noted that IVF technology is not applicable to everyone. Therefore, before deciding to adopt this technology, couples need to fully understand and consult doctors to ensure that they can finally make a wise decision.
