Difference in number of test tube babies
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology that combines eggs and sperm in the laboratory and cultivates them to a certain stage, and then implants the fertilized eggs into the uterus of women to develop into embryos. With the progress of science and technology and people's concern about fertility, the number of IVF is also growing. However, the differences in the number of test tube babies mainly stem from the following aspects.
1. Regional differences
The primary difference in the number of IVF babies lies in the region. In developed countries, such as the United States, Britain and Australia, IVF technology has been widely used, and medical conditions and equipment are very advanced, so there are many IVF babies. In contrast, medical conditions in some developing countries are relatively poor, and the number of IVF is relatively small.
Taking the United States as an example, according to the data of the American Fertility Society, more than 80000 test tube babies were born in 2018, accounting for about 2% of all babies born in the United States. In some developing countries, the number of IVF is relatively small due to the restrictions of medical conditions and social concepts.
In addition, even in the same country or region, there may be differences in the number of IVF between different cities. Some big cities have relatively sufficient medical resources, and people have relatively high understanding and acceptance of IVF technology, so there are many IVF.
2. Hospital scale difference
The number of IVF babies is also closely related to the size of hospitals. Large general hospitals usually have more complete equipment and technical strength to provide more comprehensive IVF services. Therefore, large hospitals usually accept more IVF patients and perform more IVF operations. The number of IVF is relatively large.
Taking China as an example, famous hospitals such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital and the First People's Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University have strong strength and reputation, occupy a large share in the field of IVF, and complete a relatively large number of IVF babies every year. However, due to limited conditions, some small hospitals receive fewer IVF patients, and the number of IVF is relatively low.
3. Age difference
The number of IVF babies is also related to age. The fertility of women decreases with age, so older women are more likely to choose IVF technology. Accordingly, older women have a greater demand for IVF surgery, resulting in a larger number of IVF.
In addition, some young women may choose IVF for physical reasons or other reasons. For example, some women may suffer from reproductive system diseases or genetic problems, and cannot give birth through normal natural pregnancy, so they will also choose IVF technology. These special circumstances will also have an impact on the number of IVF babies.
4. Policy and cultural background differences
National policies and cultural background will also affect the number of IVF babies. Some countries have strict regulations on IVF technology, limiting the number of IVF babies. On the contrary, some countries encourage the development of IVF technology and provide corresponding government support, thus increasing the number of IVF.
In addition, cultural concepts of various countries also have a certain impact on the number of IVF babies. Different cultures have different views and attitudes towards fertility issues, leading to differences in the number of IVF babies. For example, in some countries, especially those with conservative traditional concepts, people may prefer to give birth by natural means and not accept IVF technology, thus limiting the number of IVF.
Summary
The difference in the number of test tube babies is mainly determined by the region, hospital size, age, policy and cultural background and other factors. Regional differences and hospital scale differences mainly reflect the differences in medical conditions and technical levels. Age differences and policy and cultural background differences mainly reflect people's needs and ideas. Through a comprehensive analysis of these factors, we can better understand the differences in the number of IVF babies, and provide a reference basis for relevant policies and the allocation of medical resources.
