Sequela of Malay IVF
IVF technology is an assisted reproductive technology, which provides a hope for couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, although IVF technology has brought joy and happiness to many families, there are also some potential sequelae. In Malaysia, some hospitals such as Malaysia IVF Center provide this technology. The following will elaborate on the four main sequelae of IVF.
1. Multiple pregnancy
IVF technology often leads to multiple pregnancies. The reason is that doctors may implant multiple embryos into the uterus in order to improve the success rate. Multiple pregnancy will bring a series of risks and challenges to mothers and infants. First, multiple pregnancy will increase the risk of pregnancy complications such as hypertension, anemia and diabetes. In addition, multiple pregnancy is also likely to lead to premature delivery, low birth weight and reduced neonatal survival rate. Therefore, the number of embryos implanted should be carefully considered during treatment to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancy.
2. Physical and psychological problems
IVF may cause some physiological and psychological problems, which are related to fertility drugs and in vitro fertilization process. First of all, pregnancy aid drugs may cause changes in hormone levels, resulting in emotional fluctuations, anxiety, depression and other psychological problems. In addition, some studies have found that IVF may increase the risk of children suffering from developmental disorders such as autism and Down syndrome. However, it needs to be pointed out that these research results are inconsistent and still need more scientific evidence to support.
3. Legal and ethical issues
IVF technology involves a series of legal and moral issues. In Malaysia, IVF must comply with the provisions of the Medical Ethics Act 1988. Only couples with marriage registration can accept IVF technology. In addition, doctors and medical institutions need to strictly abide by relevant ethical norms and operation guidelines to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of patients. At the same time, IVF technology has also triggered some moral issues, such as the controversy about gene screening before embryo implantation.
4. Economic and social pressure
IVF technology will also bring some pressure to couples at the economic and social levels. First of all, IVF technology is expensive, including pregnancy aid drugs, in vitro fertilization surgery and baby incubation process. This may be a burden for some families with relatively poor economic conditions. In addition, for some couples, IVF technology may require multiple attempts to succeed, which also brings them psychological and economic pressure. The prejudice and discrimination against IVF in society may also bring unnecessary pressure to couples.
Summary
The possible sequelae of Malaysian IVF include multiple pregnancy, physical and psychological problems, legal and moral problems, and economic and social pressure. The risks and challenges of multiple pregnancy need to be paid attention to, and the number of embryos implanted should be carefully considered. The emergence of physiological and psychological problems is related to pregnancy aid drugs and in vitro fertilization process, but more research is still needed to confirm it. Legal and moral issues need to be observed and resolved in practice to protect the rights and interests of patients. Economic and social pressure is a real challenge for IVF couples, which needs social understanding and support.
