Understanding when to consider IVF

As hopeful parents navigate the process of starting a family at our fertility clinic, they frequently ask when they should consider IVF.

While in vitro fertilization is not for everyone, it can be a fantastic option for people dealing with a range of fertility challenges. Now, we will look at some facts about IVF that will give us a better understanding of when to consider IVF.

IVF Facts

In vitro fertilization (IVF) combines the eggs of a woman and the sperm of a man in the IVF laboratory to create an embryo. The embryo is then implanted into the woman’s uterus (womb) for conception.

When compared to other fertility treatments, IVF has the highest success rate per cycle, with over 8 million IVF births, and more than 2.5 million cycles carried out annually, resulting in more than 500,000 deliveries worldwide.

IVF is effective because the procedure regulates fertilization in a laboratory, which increases interaction between eggs and sperm compared to the contact that naturally happens.

It also allows for genetic screening of embryos, to screen their chromosomes, which enables the transfer of only genetically balanced (euploid) embryos and/or gender selection.

Among those who might consider IVF are women with ovulation challenges or anatomical abnormalities like blocked fallopian tubes, men with poor sperm quality, or couples with an undiagnosed infertility condition.

Not everyone who has problems conceiving needs IVF. The optimum course of fertility treatment must be decided after a complete evaluation of the couple or individual by a fertility specialist.

How IVF treats infertility

In vitro fertilization (IVF) aids in the treatment of specific diseases that cause infertility in both the male and female reproductive systems. “In vitro” is Latin for “in glass,” which means that fertilization takes place in a glass container in the lab.

IVF makes use of laboratory and other assisted reproductive techniques to boost the likelihood of sperm fertilizing an egg and forming an embryo.

Infertility occurs when normal conception is delayed owing to anatomical issues or hormonal imbalances in the male, female, or both.

By bringing this part of reproduction into the lab, fertility specialists can give people the chance to have a baby that would otherwise be impossible or extremely unlikely.

In IVF, the fertility specialists combine more sperm and eggs than is usually achievable, boosting the odds of producing a viable embryo that can be implanted for pregnancy.

IVF success rates

Even though IVF is not a miraculous cure for infertility and may not be appropriate for all patients, it is the most effective fertility treatment for many infertile couples and individuals, with a success rate of between 40-60% in Nigeria.

A variety of factors influence this treatment and the following may affect its success:

• The cause of infertility.
• The woman’s age.
• The quality and quantity of the woman’s eggs.
• The quality and quantity of the man’s sperm.
• The health and viability of IVF-created embryos.
• Anatomical irregularities and reproductive health issues in the past.
• Lifestyle, diet, obesity and smoking, which are risk factors for infertility.

In light of these, you may want to ask, “Is IVF right for me?”.

When Should I Consider IVF?

IVF can often work around a cause of infertility in both men and women. In vitro fertilization may also be employed after other reproductive treatments have failed.

At Primecare fertility clinic, our doctors may recommend IVF for certain fertility challenges when working with hopeful parents to develop an effective treatment plan.

In the conditions listed below, IVF may offer the best chance of achieving a healthy pregnancy.

 Multiple miscarriages or unsuccessful fertility treatments

For optimistic parents who have had multiple miscarriages or fertility procedures that did not result in a healthy pregnancy, our specialists may recommend IVF.

IVF can assist in overcoming many of the obstacles that may result in these undesirable outcomes.

 Low ovarian reserve

Women with low ovarian reserves produce fewer high-quality eggs which are often associated with age-related infertility in women aged 35 years and above.

Understanding when to consider IVF is recognizing that when the quality or quantity of a woman’s ovarian reserve is low, IVF might be one of the most successful ways to bring home a baby.

Damaged or blocked fallopian tubes

Women who have had surgery on the abdomen or pelvis or who have pelvic inflammatory disease may benefit from IVF. In certain situations, a woman’s fallopian tubes may sustain injury or obstruction.

This can prevent the sperm from being able to fertilize the egg or the egg may not be able to enter the uterus after fertilization.

Ovulation challenges such as anovulation

IVF may be required for patients who have conditions including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), hypothalamic amenorrhea, or ovarian failure.

These reproductive problems may be resolved or avoided with the use of the ovulation inducers used during IVF cycles.

Endometriosis

Women who have endometriosis should be aware that this condition may cause issues with fertility, and that IVF is one of the best treatment options.

Male infertility

When men produce no sperm, sperm of poor quality, or sperm that moves slowly, one of the quickest ways for the hopeful father to start a family is to consider IVF with intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), which involves injecting the egg with a single healthy sperm.

Conclusion

After reading this article and you’re convinced IVF treatment is the way forward for you, Primecare Fertility Clinic is the best Fertility clinic to have your IVF treatment done.

We help couples with infertility and reproductive difficulties using cutting edge technologies in a conducive environment that engenders privacy and trust.

We have highly trained fertility specialists with years of experience, who will walk you through the process of IVF treatment which includes: The complexity of the procedure, the time it takes, the medications involved, the cost of IVF, stress management during treatment.

With an IVF pregnancy rate of 63%, you can be sure to have the best possible outcome for your IVF/ICSI treatment.

To get started with your IVF treatment, call us on +234 809 515 9681 or visit our contact us page.