In Vitro Fertilization
Thanks to its high-quality service and experienced professionals, Georgia has gained recognition as a favorable destination for IVF treatments, attracting both local and international patients seeking high-quality care at more affordable prices. IVF and surrogacy have shown substantial success rates in the field of artificial reproductive technologies (ART) and have changed the lives of many parents. This section will guide you through the IVF process, though a consultation is advised for more detailed information.
IVF medications
IVF cycle starts with taking a set of medications to stimulate ovaries to produce multiple eggs. These medications can be administered either orally or through injections in the abdomen or buttocks. Gonadotropins, such as Gonal-F, Menopur, or Follistim are injected to help the ovaries to grow several eggs at once over eight or more days. Gonadotrophin-releasing hormones such as Lupron ® and Ganirelix ® are used to prevent the release of eggs and premature ovulation. Human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) is used at the time to retrieve mature eggs. Medications such as Ovidrel ® or Novarel ® are used for this purpose. Finally, Progesterone and Estradiol are administered to support the uterine lining and early pregnancy after embryo transfer.
Egg retrieval and embryo culture
Approximately 36-38 hours after the final shot, the eggs will be retrieved from the ovaries using a thin needle and ultrasound for guidance. Retrieved eggs will be transferred to the embryology laboratory, where they are kept in special conditions that support their growth. Eggs are placed in small dishes that contain culture medium, which is the special fluid that supports the development of the embryos. The fluid is made to resemble the conditions in the fallopian tubes and uterus. The eggs are then placed in incubators, which maintain the temperature, humidity, gas levels, and light at optimal conditions. Several hours after retrieval, sperm are added to the culture medium with the eggs to allow natural fertilization. In some cases, individual sperm are injected into each mature egg in a process called Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI). The fertilized eggs are then returned to the incubator, where they continue developing and growing. Our experienced doctors will inspect the embryos over the next few days to monitor their progress.
Embryo transfer
After a few days of development, the embryo transfer takes place, or the embryos are frozen for transfer at a later date. You can choose the number of embryos to be transferred to the uterus, though transferring only one embryo with the highest success rate is recommended. Deciding the number of embryos to transfer is an important decision. If multiple embryos are implanted, it can result in multiple pregnancies. Therefore, parents need to carefully consider how many embryos to transfer.
Hormonal support
Progesterone and estrogen are the most important hormones that are taken after the embryo transfer to support implantation. They are continued for several weeks to help support the pregnancy.
Assisted hatching
Assisted hatching is the practice to improve the chances of embryo implantation and successful fertilization. It involves making a hole in the zona pellucida of the embryo to help it “hatch” from the shell, after which the embryo can easily escape the shell and implant in the uterus. The procedure is done on the day of transfer.
Cryopreservation
After a successful embryo transfer, there may be some normally developing embryos remaining. These embryos can be frozen for future use. Freezing the remaining embryos saves you from going through another ovarian stimulation procedure if you need eggs or embryos in the future.
Quality control
We frequently run tests to ensure that lab conditions are optimal for embryo growth. Systems in the lab are also regularly checked to maintain the highest standards and support the best possible outcomes for embryo development.
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