Can we do IVF after menopause?
Menopause is an important turning point in women's physiology, which means the decline of ovarian function and the cessation of menstruation. Due to the decline of ovarian function, many women will worry about whether they can achieve their desire for fertility through IVF technology. This article will discuss in detail whether IVF can be carried out after menopause from the aspects of age limit, ovarian function, physical condition and medical technology.
1. Age limit
The success rate of IVF technology is closely related to women's age. Generally speaking, the fertility of women declines gradually after the age of 35, and rapidly after the age of 40. Therefore, if women with late menopause want to have IVF, they must start preparations as soon as possible after menopause.
Although age is an important factor, it does not mean that IVF cannot be carried out after menopause. Some women may still retain a small amount of active eggs after menopause, and after proper conditioning and drug treatment, they still have a chance to successfully conceive. In addition, some gynaecological experts suggest using or freezing eggs to increase the success rate of IVF.
It is worth mentioning that carrying out IVF after menopause requires comprehensive consideration of personal factors and professional suggestions, under certain medical conditions, and selecting a regular hospital for surgery. For example, Beijing Union Medical College Hospital, Ruijin Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University and other well-known domestic hospitals provide IVF services, and have comprehensive medical equipment and professional teams.
2. Ovarian function
After menopause, women's ovarian function will gradually weaken, and the quantity and quality of eggs will be affected. However, not all postmenopausal women do not have surplus eggs. According to individual differences, some women may still retain a certain number of eggs, which to some extent ensures the feasibility of IVF.
If women's ovarian function is weak, they can be treated with auxiliary technology to stimulate the development of follicles and ovulation. For example, ovulation promoting drugs are used to help follicles mature, and in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer and other steps are carried out. In addition, some women can also get other people's eggs through this way, so as to carry out IVF.
3. Physical condition
Compared with age and ovarian function, the overall physical condition of women is also an important factor in whether IVF can be carried out after menopause. Healthy women generally have better fertility, while some women with chronic diseases or poor physical conditions need more careful consideration.
In particular, some common chronic diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes, will increase the risk of IVF. Before IVF, women should receive a comprehensive physical examination, including evaluation of heart, lung, liver and kidney functions. Only by ensuring the health of the body, can IVF be carried out better.
4. Medical technology
IVF is a highly complex medical technology, which requires rigorous operation and professional team. Different medical institutions will adopt different technical routes and treatment schemes, so it is very important to choose regular hospitals and specialists.
When the test tube baby is carried out after menopause, doctors will take corresponding auxiliary technologies to increase the success rate, such as the use of ovulation promoting drugs, chromosome screening during embryo transfer, etc. In addition, some medical institutions will conduct a comprehensive physical assessment on women before IVF to assess the surgical risk and treatment effect.
Summary
Postmenopausal IVF depends on many factors, including age limit, ovarian function, physical condition and medical technology. Although menopause will have a certain impact on fertility, under certain conditions, postmenopausal women still have the opportunity to achieve their fertility aspirations through IVF technology. However, before deciding to carry out IVF, women should carefully consider personal factors and consult with professional doctors to choose a regular hospital for surgery.
