Who is suitable for IVF?
IVF technology is a major breakthrough in the medical field in recent years, which can help many couples who are unable to conceive naturally due to fertility barriers achieve their desire to have children. This technology has a wide range of applications, but not everyone is suitable for IVF. The following details the population suitable for IVF from four aspects: age, fertility disorder, health status and economic conditions.
1. Age
Age is an important consideration. Women generally have a high success rate under 35 years old, especially under 30 years old. Because the number and quality of women's eggs will decline with age, the success rate of pregnancy over 35 years old will be significantly reduced. For women over 40 years of age, the success rate will be lower, accompanied by a higher abortion rate and the risk of chromosomal abnormalities. Therefore, it is more appropriate for older women to consider IVF technology as early as possible.
In addition, the age of men will also affect the success rate of IVF, especially in terms of sperm quality. Research shows that when men are over 40 years old, the quality and quantity of sperm will decline, thus affecting the success rate of pregnancy.
2. Reproductive disorders
IVF is an effective way to help couples with fertility disorders achieve their fertility aspirations. Common fertility disorders include fallopian tube obstruction, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, etc. If one or both of the couples have these birth barriers, IVF can provide them with an opportunity to conceive a new life.
3. Health
IVF needs to be completed through assisted reproductive technology, so one or both couples must have certain physical health conditions. Couples' weight, physical condition and chronic diseases will affect the results of IVF. For example, obesity will reduce the success rate of female pregnancy, while suffering from serious chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, etc. are not suitable for IVF.
4. Economic conditions
Test tube baby is an expensive medical technology, which requires multiple treatments with high cost. For couples whose economic conditions do not allow or cannot afford high costs, other pregnancy preparation methods may need to be considered. However, it is worth mentioning that some hospitals or institutions provide low-income family assistance plans for IVF, which can help couples with limited economic conditions realize their reproductive dreams.
Contraindications of IVF
Although IVF is a very effective fertility technology, it is not applicable to all couples. The following are some contraindications of IVF. Couples should understand and avoid these conditions before considering IVF.
1. Severe abnormal uterine morphology
If women have serious uterine abnormalities, such as uterine hypoplasia, double uterus, uterine septum, the success rate of IVF will be extremely low. Because these abnormalities will lead to the difficulty of embryo implantation in the uterus, thus reducing the possibility of successful pregnancy.
2. Unable to provide normal sperm and eggs
If one or both of the couples cannot provide normal sperm or eggs, IVF will not be able to carry out. For example, male infertility or female ovarian function decline will limit the feasibility of IVF.
3. Serious disease and genetic history
If one or both of the couples suffer from serious diseases or carry genetic disease genes, IVF may transmit the disease to the next generation. In this case, it is recommended that couples consider other pregnancy preparation methods to reduce the health risks the child may face.
summary
IVF technology provides a chance for many couples from different backgrounds to realize their dreams of procreation. However, IVF is not suitable for everyone. Age, fertility disorder, health status and economic conditions are all important factors that affect whether couples are suitable for IVF. At the same time, contraindications such as severe abnormal uterine morphology, inability to provide normal sperm and eggs, severe diseases and genetic history also need to be noticed and avoided by couples. Before IVF, couples should consult their doctors to understand their own conditions and seek professional guidance and advice.
