
Introduction to IVF method
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, also known as in vitro fertilization embryo transfer (IVF-ET), which is a way to help couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve their reproductive aspirations. It promotes pregnancy by in vitro fertilization of female eggs and male sperm in the laboratory, cultivating embryos and then transplanting them into the female uterus. In recent years, IVF technology has attracted more and more attention and demand from couples.
The IVF method has been widely used worldwide, and many professional reproductive hospitals provide this service. The IVF method will be described in detail from different aspects below.
indication
IVF is an important means to solve the fertility problem, which is very effective for some couples with the following situations:
1. The woman's uterus is abnormal, oviduct is blocked or removed;
2. The quality of the male's sperm is low, the number is reduced, or there is chromosomal abnormality;
3. The cause of infertility cannot be found;
4. Other assisted reproductive technologies with poor efficacy cannot achieve pregnancy.
Operation process
The operation process of IVF mainly includes egg collection, sperm collection, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and embryo transfer. Specifically:
1. Egg collection: at the best time before ovulation, determine the follicular development through ultrasonic detection and blood hormone inspection, and then use appropriate methods to collect eggs;
2. Sperm collection: The male provides semen samples, which are processed to obtain sperm with good motility;
3. In vitro fertilization: put the collected eggs and sperm in an in vitro culture dish, and they will be fertilized under certain culture conditions;
4. Embryo culture: The fertilized egg will be cultured in the laboratory until it becomes an embryo with implantation capability;
5. Embryo transfer: transfer the cultured embryos back to the female uterus, waiting for the occurrence of pregnancy.
Risks and side effects
Although IVF technology is quite mature, there are still some risks and side effects:
1. Multiple pregnancy: because multiple embryos are often transferred to increase the pregnancy rate, the risk of multiple pregnancy increases;
2. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: in order to get enough eggs, women need to receive drug stimulation, which may cause ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome;
3. In vitro fertilization failure: Although the success rate has improved, there is still the possibility of failure of in vitro fertilization.
summary
Test tube baby method is a modern medical technology for infertile couples to achieve their reproductive dreams. Through egg collection, sperm collection, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and embryo transfer, couples have the opportunity to have their own children. However, IVF method also has certain risks and side effects. Couples should carefully consider and consult professional doctors before choosing this method. The development of IVF technology has brought hope and joy to many infertile couples, and has also made important contributions to the progress of the medical field.