Sequelae of Wenzhou IVF
IVF is a method to fertilize the fertilized eggs and sperm in vitro through assisted reproduction technology, and then transfer the fertilized eggs back to the mother. Although IVF technology has made great progress in promoting infertile families to achieve their reproductive aspirations, there are also some potential sequelae. This article will elaborate on the sequelae of Wenzhou IVF from four aspects.
Transmission risk of genetic diseases
In IVF technology, doctors need to obtain eggs or sperm from parents or donors with genetic diseases, which increases the risk of transmission of genetic diseases. Even if genetic testing and screening of fertilized eggs are carried out, the risk of genetic diseases cannot be completely excluded. For example, some common genetic diseases, such as congenital heart disease, hemophilia and cystic fibrosis, have genetic possibilities from the perspective of genetics. Therefore, IVF families need to accept genetic counseling and testing to assess and manage related risks.
In addition, IVF babies may have multiple pregnancies. To improve the success rate, doctors usually implant multiple fertilized eggs in the uterus. However, multiple pregnancies increase the risk of perinatal complications, such as premature delivery, low birth weight, and the incidence of Down syndrome. This brings certain risks to the health of both infants and mothers.
Physical and psychological development problems
Research shows that IVF may face some physical and psychological development problems. For example, studies have found that IVF babies have a relatively high proportion of low birth weight at birth. This may be related to multiple pregnancy, premature delivery and perinatal complications. Low birth weight can lead to a series of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and immune system dysfunction.
In addition, some studies also found that IVF has certain risks in psychological development. They may be more prone to inattention, hyperactivity, behavioral problems and autism. However, it should be emphasized that the occurrence of these problems may not be entirely caused by IVF technology, because heredity and family environment will also have an impact on psychological development.
Reproductive health issues
In vitro baby women have a higher risk of reproductive system diseases such as endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome. This may be related to promoting ovarian ovulation and endometrial preparation through hormone therapy. In addition, IVF women also face a higher risk of pregnancy complications during pregnancy, such as pre eclampsia, gestational diabetes and placental insufficiency.
Genetic and growth problems
In addition to the risk of transmission of genetic diseases mentioned above, IVF may also face some genetic and growth problems. The study found that compared with naturally conceived infants, IVF may have a slight lag in growth and development. This may be related to perinatal complications, mother's age, genes and other factors.
To sum up, although the IVF technology in Wenzhou has promoted the fertility aspirations of infertile families, there are also some sequelae. These sequelae involve the transmission risk of genetic diseases, physical and psychological development problems, reproductive health problems, and genetic and growth problems. Although the incidence of these sequelae is not high, families of IVF still need to fully understand and consult professional doctors, and accept corresponding testing and management measures.
