Getting pregnant might seem like a natural process, but it remains a dream for some couples. Do you know that 10-12 percent of the population can’t get pregnant naturally after having unprotected intercourse for a year?
The struggle is real for some partners.
Fortunately, IVF (In vitro fertilization) provides relief to couples who have tried all home remedies and fertility treatments only to receive a negative result. So far, it’s the most effective option for couples who can’t conceive naturally.
IVF is an assisted reproductive process that involves combining the eggs with sperm in a lab. Eggs and sperm are retrieved and fertilized in a petri dish. The resulting embryo is implanted into the woman’s uterus. The pregnant woman is monitored carefully to ensure a healthy fetus and a viable pregnancy.
The IVF cycle or IVF process is divided into different phases. Here’s how it works:
Fertility treatment through IVF involves a series of stages that are carefully planned and conducted at our fertility clinic. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the IVF process and stages.
Egg retrieval involves collecting mature eggs from your ovaries through a fine needle. It’s done within 36-48 hours of injecting the fertility medicine.
On the same day your egg retrieval is scheduled, your doctor will collect the sperm sample of your partner. Testicular aspiration and PESE are conducted to retrieve healthy sperm in case of male infertility.
After fertilization, one or more embryos will be implanted into your uterus. This is done through a long and thin tube called a catheter. It’s inserted into your cervix through the vagina, and the developed embryos are transferred to your uterus. The embryos can take up to a week to attach to the uterine lining.
You can take a pregnancy test at home 12 days after egg retrieval. If you are tested positive, you will be referred to a gynecologist for further instructions. If the test results are negative, you can schedule another IVF cycle.
IVF procedure involves follicle-stimulating hormone shots that release multiple eggs from your ovaries. It’s an effective way to get your ovaries to release mature and healthy eggs that can be used for fertilization.
IVF injections consist mainly of FSH, but they can also include luteinizing hormone (LH). Your doctor may also prescribe Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, a pregnancy hormone, to mature the eggs faster.
Additionally, you will take medications and injectable shots to prepare your uterine lining for embryo implantation.
IVF is used for infertility treatment in men and women. IVF treatment can help women who are unable to get pregnant naturally because of their age. With age, the egg reserve and quality declines, making it difficult for the woman to conceive a healthy embryo. IVF can also help if you are diagnosed with
IVF success rates vary depending on your age, health, and the cause of infertility. Younger women have a higher chance of conceiving through IVF than women above 40 years. According to NHS, 32% of women below 35 gave live birth through IVF, while the percentage was too low, i.e., 4% for women above 44 years.
IVF comes with a few risks you should be aware of. Here are a few IVF risks and complications to discuss with your gynecologist before starting the treatment:
Established in 1998, Australian Concept Infertility Medical Center is one of the leading fertility treatment clinics in Pakistan. Our team of fertility specialists monitors couples throughout their IVF treatment. With 26+ years of experience in treating patients diagnosed with infertility, we have what it takes to help you conceive.
From preparing a couple for the hormonal shots to recommending the best options for increasing their odds of conception after IVF, we do it all. IVF treatment cost in Pakistan ranges between 7,50,000 PKR to 8,50,000 PKR. To learn more about IVF, its success rate, and risk, book a free consultation with our fertility specialist.
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