Effects of IVF on health
Test tube baby is a method to help infertile couples achieve fertility by cultivating the fertilized eggs to a certain stage of development through assisted reproduction technology and implanting them into the mother's womb for development. The development of IVF technology has brought hope to couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, IVF also has some impact on health. This article will elaborate on the impact of IVF on health from four aspects: genetic factors, pregnancy complications, mental health and social impact.
Genetic factor
Test tube babies often need help or sperm, so they may be affected by genetic factors. First of all, the quality of sperm and the carrier rate of genetic diseases are worth considering. When screening or sperm, hospitals will try to select younger, healthy donors, but still can not exclude some potential genetic disease risks. Secondly, some mutations or gene rearrangements may occur during the cultivation of fertilized eggs, which may have a certain impact on the health of offspring.
In addition, since IVF technology is often accompanied by a high risk of multiple pregnancies, there may be interaction between multiple fetuses. Problems such as delayed fetal development, low birth weight and premature delivery caused by competition may also have adverse effects on the health of offspring.
However, it is worth noting that with the continuous progress of IVF technology and the strengthening of national supervision, the impact of genetic factors on IVF health is gradually diminishing.
Pregnancy complications
The complications of IVF pregnancy may be more common than natural pregnancy. Women with IVF have experienced a series of hormone treatments during the treatment, which may increase the risk of complications such as gestational diabetes and hypertension. In addition, IVF is often accompanied by multiple pregnancy, which increases the risk of premature delivery, fetal development problems and perinatal diseases.
However, with the continuous progress of assisted reproductive technology, hospitals can better prevent and reduce pregnancy complications. For example, by means of precise hormone regulation, embryo screening and embryo implantation technology, the risk of multiple pregnancy has been minimized, thus reducing the probability of some pregnancy complications.
mental health
The birth process of IVF is often accompanied by various pressures and uncertainties, which may have a certain impact on the psychological health of couples. Infertile couples often feel great pressure from society, family and themselves. The application of IVF technology is a hope and salvation for them. However, setbacks and failures are common in IVF, which may bring great psychological burden and anxiety to couples.
Therefore, IVF hospitals are usually equipped with psychological counselors to provide couples with necessary psychological support and counseling. This will help relieve the anxiety and depression of patients and improve their mental health.
social influence
The development of IVF technology has had a broad impact on society. On the one hand, IVF technology provides a way for infertile couples to solve their dilemma and brings hope for new life. On the other hand, IVF has triggered a series of ethical and legal issues. For example, the use and disposal of embryos and the donation of eggs or sperm have caused ethical and social disputes.
However, in general, the impact of IVF on society is mainly positive. It provides a choice for couples who want to have children, improves the quality of life, and has an impact on the population structure and family structure.
Summary
As an assisted reproductive technology, IVF has helped infertile couples realize their desire to have children. However, it also faces some health problems, such as genetic factors, pregnancy complications, mental health and social impact. With the progress of technology and the reasonable management of hospitals, the occurrence and risk of these problems will gradually reduce. Therefore, the impact of IVF on health should be effectively controlled under the joint efforts of medicine and society.
