Preparation for IVF operation
IVF is an assisted reproductive technology, which helps couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their reproductive dreams through in vitro fertilization. Before IVF surgery, some preparations need to be made.
First of all, couples need to choose a special IVF hospital with rich experience and good reputation. Such hospitals are usually equipped with advanced equipment and experienced expert teams to provide high-quality medical services. You can consult your family doctor or friends for advice, or learn about the hospital through the Internet.
Secondly, couples need a comprehensive physical examination and genetic testing. Physical examination can understand the physical condition of the couple and check whether there are potential health problems, such as uterine malformation, endometriosis, etc. Gene testing can help to assess the risk of genetic diseases and avoid passing them on to the next generation.
Finally, couples need to be prepared. IVF surgery is not only a physical challenge, but also a psychological challenge. Couples need to face the pressure from society and family, as well as the pain and uncertainty during the operation. At this time, a good psychological state and the understanding and support of family members are particularly important.
Steps of IVF operation
IVF surgery includes the following main steps.
First, women need sex hormone therapy. This process usually lasts for several weeks, and hormone injection is used to promote ovarian development and produce multiple eggs. Doctors will make personalized treatment plans according to women's specific conditions, and closely monitor the development of follicles.
Next, doctors will carry out egg donation, sperm supply or egg supply and other steps. These steps need to be strictly selected and tested to ensure that the eggs or sperm provided are healthy. Especially when eggs are provided, people need to go through a series of physical examinations and assisted reproductive technology operations.
Then, the eggs are combined with sperm through IVF technology. This step is usually carried out in the laboratory, where sperm is injected into the egg to promote the fertilization process. Sometimes, doctors also choose to use single sperm injection technology to select the most active sperm for fertilization.
Finally, the fertilized egg is implanted into the woman's uterus. This process can be carried out by hysteroscopy, transferring the fertilized egg to the endometrium, waiting for implantation and pregnancy.
Risks and precautions of IVF surgery
Although IVF is a relatively safe assisted reproductive technology, there are still some risks and precautions.
First of all, hormone therapy may cause side effects such as abdominal distension and breast pain. During the treatment, the doctor will closely monitor the women's physical condition, adjust the treatment plan in time, and alleviate the discomfort.
Secondly, IVF surgery may lead to the risk of multiple pregnancy. In order to improve the success rate of pregnancy, doctors usually implant multiple fertilized eggs into the uterus. This increases the risk of multiple pregnancy. Regular prenatal examination is required in the late pregnancy, and selective embryo expansion or termination of pregnancy is recommended by doctors.
Finally, the success rate of IVF surgery depends on several factors. Age, physical condition, number of follicles, etc. will affect the success rate of pregnancy. Due to the different conditions of each couple, we should not expect too much from the results of the operation. Couples should keep full communication with doctors to understand the potential risks and success rate of the operation.
Summary
IVF is a complex assisted reproductive technology that can help couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their reproductive dreams. Before the operation, the couple needs to choose a suitable hospital, carry out physical examination and genetic testing, and make psychological preparations. The surgical procedures include sex hormone therapy, egg and sperm supply, fertilization and embryo implantation. However, there are certain risks and precautions in surgery, such as hormone side effects, risks of multiple pregnancy and uncertainty of surgical success rate. Therefore, the couple needs to fully communicate with the doctor, understand the details and potential risks of the operation, and make psychological preparations.
