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IVF

It is medically known that there is a chance for about 20 to 25% of couples with healthy fertility to get pregnant when trying each month. In contrast, the pregnancy rate among infertile couples is 2 to 5% per month.

IVF Steps

Initial tests:It includes a detailed examination of the semen, in addition to a blood test to check hormone levels such as luteinizing hormone and luteinizing hormone, and testing for HIV, hepatitis B and C, in addition to testing for German measles (rubella), and examining swabs from the cervix and vagina to look for bacteria and chlamydia.

decrease pituitary gland activity During a normal menstrual cycle, pituitary hormones (follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone) cause an egg to grow inside a fluid-filled cavity in the ovary.

Ovarian stimulation After pretreatment with a GnRH-a antagonist, we add daily injections of luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormones, known as (Menogon, Gonal-F, Menopur, or Puregon).

Egg retrieval Once blood tests and ultrasound indicate that the size and number of follicles are reasonable, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is injected, causing final maturation and release of the eggs from the follicle wall.

In vitro fertilization The husband's sperm sample is processed and concentrated, then added to the eggs a few hours after retrieval.

Embryo transfer The fertilized eggs (embryos) are transferred into the uterus using a small plastic catheter three to five days after egg retrieval.

Conditions for the success of IVF

1. Determining the appropriate treatment protocol for each case to stimulate the eggs and obtain mature eggs.
2. The quality and number of eggs. The more mature eggs retrieved, the greater the chance of a larger number of embryos dividing.
3. Sperm quality and safety from abnormalities.
4. Adherence to taking specific medications, supplements, and vitamins.
5. The experience and skill of the treating physician.
6. Quality of the embryo lab and use of modern technologies in all stages of IVF (hysteroscopy - embryo freezing).
7. The stable psychological state of the couple, which may help in implanting the embryos in the uterus. Avoiding strenuous physical activity for several days after embryo implantation.
8. Eat fruits and vegetables, drink antioxidant juices such as lemon and orange juice, and stay away from fats and sugars to maintain an ideal weight. Following a healthy diet enhances fertility.

Artificial insemination and its causes

1. Artificial insemination is one of the methods of assisted fertilization.
2. It depends on the position of the sperm inside the uterus.
3. The goal of artificial insemination is to increase the number of sperm that reach the fallopian tube, which leads to an increased chance of pregnancy.
4. It is less expensive than ICSI.

There are many reasons for resorting to artificial insemination, the most important of which are:

1. Unexplained delayed pregnancy
2. Presence of problems in the right cervix and presence of congenital defects in the cervix
3. The husband has problems delivering sperm to the vagina, which results in a low sperm count and poor motility.

Artificial insemination is not recommended in the following cases:

1. Which has problems with the fallopian tube and its blockage
2. Pelvic adhesions or endometriosis
3. The husband has problems delivering sperm to the vagina, which results in a low sperm count and poor motility.

The insemination process takes a few minutes without any significant problems. The success rate of artificial insemination is about 20%. It is preferable to perform artificial insemination for only 4 attempts, with an increased chance of twin pregnancies, as well as a slight possibility of pelvic infections after insemination.