Frequently Asked Questions
IVF involves retrieving and fertilizing sperm and egg outside the body, developing them into embryos, then transferring embryos into the woman’s uterus for implantation. The process can use the couple’s own gametes or donor eggs/sperm depending on individual needs.
IVF allows sperm to naturally fertilize eggs in laboratory conditions, while ICSI involves directly injecting a single sperm into an egg. ICSI can improve success chances when male factor infertility is the main challenge, offering better fertilization control.
Yes, couples with unexplained infertility are good IVF candidates. These couples have undergone testing without finding specific fertility issues but struggle with natural conception, fertility medications, or IUI. IVF offers them a viable path to parenthood.
In-vitro maturation (IVM) is a breakthrough fertility treatment using 90% fewer hormones than IVF. Instead of stimulating eggs with heavy hormone doses, IVM retrieves immature eggs and matures them in the laboratory using special proteins like cumin and cAMP modulators.
IVM offers reduced hormone exposure (90% less), costs one-third to half of IVF expenses, fewer medical complications, safer treatment for PCOS patients, less monitoring (1-2 ultrasounds vs 3+ for IVF), and eliminates ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome risks completely.
Current IVM limitations include lower efficiency in producing good-quality embryos compared to IVF, and many clinicians preferring IVF for maximizing pregnancy chances. However, improved IVM techniques show 50% increase in embryo numbers and better quality than standard IVM.
Yes, normal delivery is absolutely possible after IVF pregnancy. The mode of delivery depends on factors like mother’s health, baby’s position, pregnancy progress, and underlying conditions. Many IVF women successfully deliver vaginally despite common misconceptions requiring cesarean sections.
Key factors include maternal age, single vs multiple pregnancies, baby’s position, placental health, underlying conditions like hypertension or diabetes, fetal health concerns, and previous C-section history. Advanced maternal age and multiples may increase C-section likelihood.
Benefits include quicker recovery compared to C-section, lower surgical risks and infection rates, emotional satisfaction, immediate mother-baby bonding, enhanced early breastfeeding opportunities, and shorter hospital stays allowing faster return home with the newborn.
Risks include higher chance of preterm labor, increased placental issues like placenta previa or abruption, and potential complications from previous uterine surgeries. However, with advanced medical care and constant monitoring, these risks can be effectively managed.
C-section becomes essential for multiple pregnancies (twins/triplets), breech or transverse baby positions, health complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes, and labor complications including prolonged or stalled labor. Safety of mother and baby is always the priority.
Yes, couples can successfully conceive after multiple failures. Mrs. Riya (39) and Mr. Santosh’s case demonstrates that even after 4 failed cycles with low AMH (0.5 ng/mL), pregnancy is possible through optimized treatment protocols and advanced techniques at specialized centers.
Advanced techniques include pre-treatment to improve ovarian response, embryo pooling to increase success chances, Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGTA) for selecting normal embryos, hysteroscopic polypectomy to remove polyps, and natural cycle endometrial preparation for optimal implantation.
Low AMH (0.5 ng/mL) indicates reduced ovarian reserve, making conception challenging especially at age 39. However, with modified IVF programs including pre-treatment protocols and embryo pooling techniques, successful pregnancy is still achievable through personalized medical approaches.
Embryo pooling involves collecting multiple embryos across several cycles to increase viable embryo numbers. This technique particularly benefits women with low ovarian reserve, maximizing chances of finding genetically normal embryos for successful transfer and implantation.
IVF involves ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilization in laboratory, embryo culture, and transfer. The process typically takes 4-6 weeks with careful monitoring at each stage to optimize success rates and ensure patient safety throughout treatment.
Ideal candidates include women with blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, male factor infertility, unexplained infertility, or advanced maternal age. Fertility specialists evaluate each case individually based on medical history, diagnostic tests, and treatment goals.
IVF success rates vary by age, with women under 35 having higher success rates (40-50% per cycle) compared to older women. Success depends on factors like egg quality, sperm parameters, uterine health, and clinic expertise.
Preparation includes comprehensive fertility testing, lifestyle optimization, nutritional supplementation, medication protocols, and psychological counseling. Pre-treatment evaluation helps identify and address factors that could affect treatment success.
Common risks include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, multiple pregnancies, ectopic pregnancy, and medication side effects. Most complications are rare and manageable with proper medical supervision and advanced monitoring techniques.
IVF involves ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilization in laboratory, embryo culture, and transfer. The process typically takes 4-6 weeks with careful monitoring at each stage to optimize success rates and ensure patient safety throughout treatment.
Ideal candidates include women with blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, male factor infertility, unexplained infertility, or advanced maternal age. Fertility specialists evaluate each case individually based on medical history, diagnostic tests, and treatment goals.
IVF success rates vary by age, with women under 35 having higher success rates (40-50% per cycle) compared to older women. Success depends on factors like egg quality, sperm parameters, uterine health, and clinic expertise.
Preparation includes comprehensive fertility testing, lifestyle optimization, nutritional supplementation, medication protocols, and psychological counseling. Pre-treatment evaluation helps identify and address factors that could affect treatment success.
Common risks include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, multiple pregnancies, ectopic pregnancy, and medication side effects. Most complications are rare and manageable with proper medical supervision and advanced monitoring techniques.
