Ivf for Endometriosis
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In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a process where eggs are retrieved from the ovaries, fertilized with sperm in a lab, and then the best embryo(s) are transferred into the uterus. In endometriosis, IVF helps bypass damaged tubes, scar tissue, and even some issues with egg release.
Ivf for Endometriosis
What It is ?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a process where eggs are retrieved from the ovaries, fertilized with sperm in a lab, and then the best embryo(s) are transferred into the uterus. In endometriosis, IVF helps bypass damaged tubes, scar tissue, and even some issues with egg release.
When it is Considered ?
- Severe endometriosis (stage III or IV) where pelvic anatomy is distorted.
- If surgery was performed but pregnancy still hasn’t occurred.
- For women who are older (above 35) or have low ovarian reserve, where waiting longer reduces chances.
- After multiple failed IUIs or natural attempts.
- When male factor infertility is also present.
Procedure
Ovarian Stimulation:
- Hormone injections stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.
Monitoring:
- Blood tests and ultrasounds track egg growth.
Egg Retrieval
- Mature eggs are collected with a needle under ultrasound guidance.
Fertilization in Lab:
- Eggs are combined with sperm; sometimes ICSI (injecting a single sperm into an egg) is used
Embryo Culture:
- Fertilized eggs grow in the lab for 3–5 days.
Embryo Transfer:
- One or two embryos are placed in the uterus.
Cryopreservation:
- Remaining embryos can be frozen for future attempts.
Results
- IVF bypasses many fertility barriers caused by endometriosis.
- However, women with endometriosis may have slightly lower pregnancy and live birth rates compared to women with other causes of infertility.
- Pre-treatment with GnRH agonists for 3–6 months before IVF has been shown to improve success rates.
- IVF can offer good pregnancy outcomes, especially when other treatments have failed.
