Development of three generations of IVF in China
In recent years, with the continuous progress of science and technology, the third-generation IVF technology has been widely used and developed in China. The third generation of IVF refers to the use of the third generation IVF technology, which can screen healthy embryos in the process of embryo culture, so as to improve the birth rate and health rate of infants. The following will elaborate on the development of third-generation IVF in China from four aspects: the establishment and development of hospitals, the improvement of technology, economic investment and the introduction of relevant policies.
Establishment and development of hospitals
With the development of three generations of IVF technology, more and more hospitals have started to set up and carry out related infant family planning departments. As one of the first hospitals in China to develop three generations of IVF technology, the Reproductive Medicine Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital has made remarkable achievements in this field. The center has a group of experienced doctors and professional technicians, has advanced equipment and perfect laboratory conditions, and can provide all-round personalized medical services for patients.
In addition to Peking Union Medical College Hospital, the Institute of Reproductive Medicine of Shanghai International Medical Center, Guangdong Maternal and Child Health Hospital and other hospitals have also set up three generations of IVF specialties, and have made certain technical and medical achievements. The establishment and development of these hospitals not only laid the foundation for the promotion of third-generation IVF technology, but also provided new fertility options for more infertile couples.
Technical improvement
With the development of three generations of IVF technology, the technology of embryo culture and screening has been continuously improved. For example, the introduction of integrated genome editing technology can detect the genome status of embryos and avoid the transmission of genetic diseases; On the other hand, the optimization of embryo culture duration and culture conditions is also an important aspect of technical improvement. In some advanced medical institutions, the introduction of the whole process monitoring system can monitor the growth status of embryos in real time and improve the success rate of embryo culture.
In addition, the continuous development of medical technology has also brought more applications of assisted reproductive technology. For example, with the introduction of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and other technologies, male patients with poor sperm quality also have more opportunities to achieve fertility.
Economic input
The development of the third generation IVF technology requires a large amount of economic investment to support hospitals to purchase advanced equipment, train professionals and carry out scientific research. As one of the top reproductive medicine centers in China, the reproductive medicine center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital takes full advantage of market economy, actively expands cooperation with medical research institutions and pharmaceutical enterprises, constantly introduces new technologies and drugs, and provides strong economic support for the development of third-generation IVF technology.
In addition, some enterprises and foundations also actively participate in the promotion and investment of third-generation IVF technology, and provide necessary financial support for the hospital to carry out relevant scientific research projects by setting up funds and donating funds.
Issuance of relevant policies
In order to standardize and promote the development of three generations of IVF technology, the country has issued a series of relevant policies. In 2019, the National Health Commission formulated and released the Quality Management Standards for Assisted Reproductive Technology (Trial), which defined the management requirements for assisted reproductive technology and played a positive role in improving the technical level and ensuring medical safety.
At the same time, the state also encourages governments at all levels to increase support for reproductive medicine centers and related scientific research institutions, and create a good environment and conditions for the development of third-generation IVF technology through financial support, policy incentives and other means.
Summary
With the establishment and development of hospitals, the improvement of technology, economic investment and the introduction of relevant policies, the third-generation IVF technology has made great progress in China. The popularization and application of this technology provides a new way for infertile couples, and improves the birth rate and health rate of infants. It is believed that in the near future, the three generation IVF technology will be further mature and popular, bringing hope for more couples to have children.
