Preventive measures for complications and sequelae of IVF
IVF technology has helped many infertile couples realize their dreams of childbearing. However, this technology still has some risks, including possible complications and sequelae. In order to ensure the health and safety of IVF, the hospital has taken a number of preventive measures.
1. Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is one of the most common complications in IVF. In the process of egg retrieval, hormones are injected to promote the development of follicles, sometimes leading to ovarian hyperstimulation. This may cause abdominal distension, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, chest tightness, shortness of breath and other symptoms.
In order to prevent OHSS, the hospital will adjust the hormone dose according to the patient's personal condition and ovarian response. At the same time, by monitoring the number and size of follicles, timely adjust the treatment plan to avoid ovarian hyperstimulation. If the patient has symptoms of OHSS, the hospital will provide corresponding treatment measures, such as rest, water supplement, slight reduction of hormone dose, etc.
2. Multiple pregnancy
IVF technology may lead to simultaneous implantation of multiple embryos, leading to an increased risk of multiple pregnancies. Multiple pregnancy brings high health risks to pregnant women and fetuses, such as premature delivery, low birth weight, fetal development problems, etc.
In order to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancy, the hospital will determine a reasonable number of embryo transfers according to the patient's age, egg and sperm quality and other factors before IVF embryo transfer. Usually, the hospital will try to transfer only one or two embryos to reduce the incidence of multiple pregnancy.
3. Congenital malformation
Compared with natural pregnancy, IVF may have a certain risk of congenital malformation. These malformations may involve different organ systems, such as heart, neural tube, limb, etc. This is mainly related to embryo quality, implantation timing and genetic factors.
In order to reduce the risk of congenital malformation, the hospital will carry out detailed genetic diagnosis and embryo screening before IVF. Through the evaluation of genetics and embryology, select healthy embryos for transplantation to improve the success rate and health rate of IVF.
4. Psychological and social impact
The psychological and social impact of IVF technology on couples also needs attention. The process of IVF may bring psychological pressure, anxiety and depression to couples. At the same time, in the traditional concept, IVF still has certain social discrimination and prejudice.
In order to prevent the negative impact of psychological and social impact, the hospital will be equipped with professional psychological consultants to provide psychological support and help for patients. In addition, some hospitals also set up relevant social support groups, giving couples the opportunity to exchange and share their experiences, and to overcome the difficulties and challenges in the process of IVF.
Summary
The complications and sequelae of IVF include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, multiple pregnancy, congenital malformation, and psychological and social effects. In order to prevent these risks, the hospital protects the health and safety of IVF by adjusting hormone dosage, reasonable number of embryo transfers, gene diagnosis and embryo screening, and providing psychological support. Although IVF technology does not completely eliminate risks, the hospital's preventive measures and close cooperation with patients can minimize the risk of complications and sequelae, and improve the success rate and health rate of IVF.
