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Frequently Asked Questions About IVF
Frequently Asked Questions About IVF
IVF treatment is the most widely used assisted reproductive technique in the world. At the same time, its success rate is also quite high. However, especially misconceptions about the treatment can cause couples to have questions in mind.
Is it true that the chance of success is high in the first IVF attempt and lower afterward?
The chance of success in IVF treatment is not related to the number of attempts. From the very first attempt, the doctor will provide the most appropriate information about the couple’s chance of success. The success rate in IVF treatment varies depending on the quality of the sperm, egg, and embryo cells obtained, the woman’s age, the condition of the uterus, and the experience of the doctor/center.
Is the chance of pregnancy in IVF the same for every couple?
IVF treatment is the assisted reproductive method with the highest success rate. However, success rates are not the same for every couple. Even the treatment applied will not be the same for every couple. Therefore, the success rate varies according to the causes of infertility and the treatment techniques applied.
How many times can IVF treatment be tried?
According to the common opinion of reproductive medicine specialists, if there is a sufficient number of eggs and good-quality embryos can be obtained, the number of attempts should be determined jointly by the doctor and the couple. There is no upper limit. Therefore, it would not be appropriate to mention a specific number of attempts.
Does IVF treatment cause early menopause?
IVF treatment does not cause early menopause. The eggs retrieved do not lead to a decrease in ovarian reserve.
Does IVF treatment cause cancer?
IVF treatment does not cause cancer and does not harm the uterus or ovaries.
Should delivery be by cesarean section in IVF treatment?
In IVF treatment, delivery may be either cesarean or vaginal. Depending on the patient’s health condition, the most ideal option is, of course, vaginal delivery. However, depending on the health status of the mother and the baby, a cesarean delivery may also be necessary.
Are children born through IVF different?
Children born through IVF treatment are not different. In pregnancies that occur naturally, that is, inside the body, the egg and sperm cells are fertilized in the prospective mother’s body and form the embryo. In IVF treatment, reproductive cells taken from the mother and father are fertilized in a laboratory environment and then transferred to the prospective mother’s uterus.
There is no difference between children born through IVF and those born through natural pregnancy. In IVF treatment, the selected egg and sperm cells and embryos are the highest quality ones. Therefore, it can be said that pregnancy is achieved with healthier cells.
References
- Showell, M. G., et al. (2023). In Vitro Fertilization. StatPearls — NCBI Bookshelf. NBK562266. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562266/)
- Mouanness, M., et al. (2020). Cumulative Live-Birth Rates by Maternal Age after One or Multiple In Vitro Fertilization Cycles. PMC7139227. (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7139227/)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). ART IVF Success Estimator & National Summary Report. (https://www.cdc.gov/art/ivf-success-estimator/index.html)
- Singh, A., et al. (2022). Recent Advancements in In Vitro Fertilisation. Cureus. PMC9644046. (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9644046/)