In Vitro Fertilization (Infertility)
Create a requestIn Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a form of assisted reproductive technology (ART) used to help individuals or couples conceive a child. This process involves retrieving eggs from a woman's ovaries and fertilizing them with sperm in a lab, before transferring the resulting embryos back into the woman's uterus.
General
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a complex series of procedures aimed at treating fertility or genetic problems and assisting with the conception of a child. The IVF process includes stimulating multiple follicles and eggs to develop, egg retrieval from the ovaries, fertilizing the eggs in the laboratory, and then transferring the embryos into the uterus a few days after fertilization. This method is one of the most commonly known types of ART and is used in various circumstances, including unexplained infertility, blocked or damaged fallopian tubes, male factor infertility, and others. Depending on the specific circumstances, additional techniques may be combined with IVF to increase its success rate, such as intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) or preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD).
Special Details
Who is it for?
Couples with infertility issues due to blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
Male factor infertility including reduced sperm count or motility
Individuals with a genetic disorder they wish to avoid passing on to their child
Women with ovulation disorders, premature ovarian failure, or uterine fibroids
Unexplained infertility
Recovery Period
The egg retrieval process takes about 30 minutes, with a few days of recovery.
Embryo transfer is a quick procedure; patients can typically resume normal activities the next day.
The entire IVF cycle takes about three weeks but can vary based on individual circumstances.
It is recommended to avoid strenuous activities immediately after the embryo transfer to increase the chances of implantation.
Potential Risks and Side Effects
Multiple births, which can lead to complications in both mother and babies
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), potentially life-threatening
Miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and birth defects
Emotional and psychological stress
Alternative Treatments
Medication to stimulate ovulation
Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
Surgery to repair damaged reproductive organs
Using donor eggs or sperm
Surrogacy
Success Rate
The success rate varies significantly depending on factors such as age, cause of infertility, and lifestyle factors. On average, the live birth rate for each IVF cycle ranges from 20-35% for women under 35 years.
Procedure step-by-step overivew
Ovarian stimulation to encourage the development of multiple follicles
Monitoring of hormone levels and follicle size through blood tests and ultrasound
Trigger injection to mature the eggs when they are ready
Egg retrieval performed under sedation
Fertilization of eggs with sperm in the laboratory
Embryo development in the lab over 3 to 5 days
Embryo transfer into the uterus
Prices
Turkey
$2,500 - $4,000
Czech Republic
$2,000 - $3,500
Croatia
$2,500 - $5,000
Lithuania
$2,500 - $4,500
Poland
$1,500 - $3,500
Germany
$3,000 - $7,000
Switzerland
$7,000 - $12,000
France
$3,000 - $4,500
United Kingdom
$4,000 - $9,000
United States
$12,000 - $15,000
Canada
$7,000 - $11,000
Australia
$5,000 - $15,000
Why Do Prices Vary?
Location of clinic and living cost in the area
Success rates of the clinic or doctor
Number of IVF cycles required
Additional treatments like ICSI or PGD
Prescription medications for fertility treatments