How are IVF examinations and treatments conducted?
Hunan Xiangya Hospital, as a professional reproductive medical center, provides IVF inspection and treatment services to help couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their reproductive dreams. The process of IVF usually includes the following aspects of inspection and treatment.
1. Perfect physical examination
Before IVF treatment, doctors will conduct a comprehensive physical examination of the couple to see if their physical condition is suitable for this treatment. These examinations usually include the health status of the couple's reproductive system, women's ovarian function, and men's sperm quality. Through these examinations, doctors can determine whether there are any problems and formulate corresponding treatment plans.
For example, women may need ultrasound to assess the quantity and quality of their ovaries, check if the fallopian tubes are unobstructed, and assess the shape of the uterine cavity. Men may need semen analysis to determine the quantity and quality of sperm. Through these examinations, doctors can identify the problem and make targeted treatment.
2. Ovulation induction and egg collection
In the process of IVF treatment, women usually need to receive ovulation induction treatment to increase the possibility of ovulation. Doctors will prescribe corresponding drugs for treatment according to the specific conditions of women to help them develop and mature eggs.
Once the egg is mature, the doctor will perform an egg collection operation. This operation is usually carried out under local anesthesia, and the eggs are taken out from the ovary by vaginal method. This process usually needs to be guided by ultrasound to ensure accuracy.
3. Sperm processing and fertilization
After egg collection, doctors will ask men to provide semen samples. The sample will be processed to select the best sperm for fertilization. Fertilization can be carried out in two ways: one is conventional IVF, in which sperm and egg are placed together for fertilization; The other is ICSI (single sperm microinjection), which injects a single sperm into an egg.
The doctor will choose the most appropriate fertilization method according to the situation. Once fertilization is successful, the formed embryos will be cultured in the laboratory for several days to determine the best time for embryo transfer.
4. Embryo transfer and follow-up
Embryo transfer is the last step in IVF treatment. The doctor will transfer the embryo to the uterus of a woman through the vagina or abdomen. This process is usually simple and does not require anesthesia.
After embryo transfer, women need a period of rest and recovery. Doctors also monitor the blood of pregnant women for pregnancy related hormones to ensure the correct implantation of embryos. If the pregnancy is successful, the doctor will continue prenatal examination and pregnancy management.
summary
Hunan Xiangya Hospital provides IVF examination and treatment services, including physical examination, ovulation induction and egg collection, sperm processing and fertilization, embryo transfer and other steps. Through these steps, couples can have more opportunities to realize their reproductive dreams. If you have similar needs, you can consult and seek professional help from Hunan Xiangya Hospital.
