Detailed explanation of the whole process of IVF
In vitro fertilization technology has become a common reproductive treatment method in modern medicine and can help many infertile couples realize family planning. The following will introduce the entire process of IVF in detail from four aspects.
The first aspect: Preparation for pregnancy
Before undergoing in vitro fertilization, couples need to undergo a comprehensive physical examination. The man needs a semen test, and the woman needs a gynecological examination and fallopian tube patency test. In addition, couples need to decide together whether they want to use their own eggs and sperm or whether they should choose to use donated eggs or sperm. The doctor will also develop a suitable treatment plan based on the couple\’s situation.
When it is determined to use her own eggs, the woman needs to receive ovulation induction treatment, using drugs to stimulate the development of the eggs. Usually, doctors will schedule artificial insemination or egg retrieval surgery during ovulation.
The second aspect: egg retrieval process
Egg retrieval is the most critical step in the entire IVF process. Before egg retrieval, the woman needs to undergo sedation and anesthesia, as well as sterilization. The doctor will insert an egg retrieval needle through the vagina, puncture the follicle, and collect the liquid egg cells into a test tube. This process usually takes 3-4 hours. Once the eggs are collected, doctors will sort and evaluate them and carry out follow-up procedures.
The third aspect: the process of conception
After the egg retrieval is completed, the man needs to provide sperm or donate sperm from a sperm bank. Eggs and sperm are mixed and cultured to form fertilized eggs. After that, the doctor attaches the fertilized egg to the mother\’s inner lining and continues to develop to form a blastocyst. The more blastocysts are cultured at the beginning of the month, the better, which reduces the chance of survival. If the blastocysts reach a certain shape and number, doctors will return them to the maternal stage for further development and perform a pregnancy test at the optimal time.
Aspect 4: Precautions during pregnancy
If the pregnancy is confirmed, the woman needs to have regular prenatal check-ups as recommended by her doctor. At the same time, couples need to pay attention to a reasonable diet and lifestyle and maintain a healthy mentality. If you feel unwell during pregnancy, you need to seek medical attention promptly, take rest while maintaining physical exercise, and ensure adequate nutritional intake.
Generally speaking, IVF technology requires the couple to cooperate with a comprehensive examination. With the help of a professional doctor, couples need to follow the treatment plan while maintaining a peaceful mind. Understand the entire process of in vitro fertilization, grasp the precautions, and once again increase the success rate of childbirth, so that the child that the couple has been waiting for can be successfully born.
