We always strive to answer all questions and address all concerns that you may have. This commitment to patient care is our way of improving the success and effectiveness of the fertility services we provide. It’s with this in mind that we would like to go over the basics of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and who the best candidates are for treatment.
About In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an assisted reproduction treatment that is extremely well known and generally quite effective. During IVF treatment, an egg is fertilized in a controlled lab setting and then allowed to incubate and undergo cellular division. When ready, the embryo is placed into the uterus to be carried to term.
IVF Can Address Male and Female Infertility
IVF has proven effective in addressing both male infertility issues and female infertility issues. This is a given considering the way the procedure is performed. During the consultation process, we can make key assessments about your suitability for IVF and how the process can be tailored to meet all of your needs.
IVF and Patient Age: Important Concerns
A woman undergoing IVF is generally in her early-to-mid 30s or younger. As women get older, particularly after their early-30s, the chances of miscarriage and birth defects increase. This is a natural part of the aging process and female fertility. With regard to IVF in particular, there is a noticeable decrease in success rates in women older than 30.
Realistic Expectations
Even though IVF has proven very effective for many patients, it is important that all patients have realistic expectations about the treatment process and what it entails. This includes knowing all of the risks and benefits as well as the success rates and side effects of treatment. Realistic expectations are an important part of ensuring patient satisfaction and the best possible results for all forms of fertility treatment.
Alternatives and Additions to IVF
In addition to IVF, there are other fertility treatments that may increase the chances of success with IVF or prove to be helpful as alternatives to IVF, including:
- The use of donor eggs
- The use of donor sperm
- The services of a surrogate carrier for an embryo
All of these can be discussed in greater detail during your visit to our practice and your consultation for IVF. We will make sure that you understand all available options so that you can start the family that you have always wanted.
Schedule a Consultation
To learn more about IVF and how it can help you start the family that you have always wanted, be sure to contact our team of fertility treatment specialists today. At Arizona Associates for Reproductive Health, we will go over all of your options for care and provide ample information on all treatments so that you can make a well-informed decision.
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