IVF is a technique in whichfirst the woman’s ovaries are stimulated with the help of hormone injections to produce more than one egg (Ovarian Simulation). Following this the mature eggs are collected and mixed with the sperm of the male partner in the laboratory. These eggs are thenkept in the incubator for a few days and then one or two of the resulting embryos are transferred  into the woman’s womb.(Fertilized eggs that have started to develop are called embryos).  If an embryo successfully attaches to the inside of the womb and continues to grow, the result is a pregnancy.

Things to consider before IVF

• Weight – IVF success rate is less if you are overweight or under weight
• Age – The number of eggs in women decreases after the age of 30
• Caffeine,Alcohol & Smokingshould be avoided
• Stress – Reduce stress in life to improve the success rate of IVF
• Diet – A healthy &nutritious diet which is rich in protein, vitamins and fibre should be taken. Patients who are overweight should restrict the intake of carbohydrates and fats.

When to Choose IVF

• Damaged or Blocked Fallopian Tube
• Unexplained Infertility
• Male Infertility
• Premature Ovarian Failure
• Advanced age of the woman
• To avoid Genetic Disorder