IVF
In-vitro fertilization is also called test tube babies. It is a form of ART in which the ovum
and sperm are retrieved from the donor couple and then fertilized in test tubes inside the
laboratory. The fertilized embryo is then transferred to the uterus for further development.
WHO SHOULD GO FOR IT?
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Unexplained infertility
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After going through numerous fertility tests and the couple is still unable to find
the reason then the doctor diagnoses them with unexplained fertility. The couple is
suggested to go through IVF, which makes the process of conceiving a child easy for
them.
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Endometriosis
- It is a disorder in which tissues similar to tissues
lining the uterus grow outside the uterus, it acts like tissues in menstruation and
adversely affects fertility, in such cases, IVF is recommended and considered a good
option to start a new journey of Motherhood.
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Blockage in the fallopian tube
- It is also known as tubal factor infertility in which
there is a blockage in the fallopian tube unable the egg and sperm to meet. In
severe cases of damage to the fallopian tube, in such cases, IVF should be
considered.
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Genetic disorder
- Couples who have genetic disorders like Down syndrome,
cystic fibrosis, and many more transmitted diseases put the child's health at higher
risk. In such cases, IVF is suggested to develop healthy embryos to remove genes
that cause problems to a child's health. IVF technology had made the process
trouble-free for those who want to conceive.
PROCESS
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Counselling
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Before going through the process of IVF the couple should understand the whole
procedure, risks, and success rate. At Jariwala Women’s Hospital, you get answers to
all your questions and concerns, and help you to understand the process of IVF.
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Stimulation and monitoring
- At this stage, medication like pills and injections
are used to stimulate the growth of follicles, it will be then monitored with blood
hormone monitoring and vaginal ultrasound.
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Ovum retrieval
- When the follicles are matured then the woman is given
anaesthesia for the surgery to retrieve the eggs. The process only takes 10-20 min
and eggs are collected for further IVF process.
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Sperm collection
- The Semen sample is taken from the male partner. In
the surgery a needle is used to insert the testicle and sperm are collected,
anesthesia is used.
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Embryo transfer
- The ovum and sperm are fertilized in the laboratory
and are monitored by the embryologist. The fertilized embryo(eggs) is then
transferred to the uterus for further development.
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Post fertilization care
- After the transfer of the embryo to the uterus doctor
prescribes some follow-up steps and medication to increase the chance of pregnancy.
After 2 weeks pregnancy test is done to confirm pregnancy.
THE SUCCESS RATE OF IVF
Jariwla Women’s Hospital provides experienced doctors that try their best to make your IVF
procedure successful. Our success rate in IVF is 73%.
The success rate of IVF depends on various factors:
- Fertilization rate
- Age
- Lifestyle
- Embryo quality
- Ovum and sperm quality
MYTHS
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IVF is never successful on the first try.
- The success rate of IVF completely depends on the couple's health and lifestyle.
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There is no control over the IVF procedure.
- There are several routines that doctors recommend before and after the IVF procedures, one can follow those steps to make the pregnancy successful.
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IVF success only depends on the quality of the eggs.
- To make the IVF procedure successful, both egg and sperm quality should be good.
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Babies born from IVF are weak or can develop some sort of disease.
- Babies from IVF are as healthy and normal as babies born from a natural delivery.
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After embryo transfer, you need bed rest.
- The doctors do advise you to rest for some time but after that, you can return to your regular routine.