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In Vitro Fertilization (Infertility)

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In 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.

In Vitro Fertilization (Infertility)

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

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
  • 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