Embryo Transfer

Embryo Transfer

Embryo transfer is an essential stage of the embryo transfer process that involves the transfer of the cultured or developed embryo into the uterus in hopes of a successful pregnancy.

Simply put, an embryo transfer is a process that involves taking the most healthy and strong embryo out of the fertilisation process and implanting it into the uterine wall as a part of the IVF process. Embryo transfer is often a crucial part of the in vitro fertilisation cycle, as the chance of conception heavily relies upon how the embryo successfully plants into the uterus, thus making way for pregnancy. Often the couples who opt for this procedure are those who are experiencing obstacles in conceiving naturally, largely in part due to factors influencing male and female infertility.

At Rhea IVF & Women’s Hospital, we have world-class facilities in place along with skilled and experienced professionals in our team to ensure safe and successful outcomes of this process. Under the guidance of our expert surgeon, Dr.K. Shanmugavadivu, this process will be thoroughly monitored and coordinated, to ensure the best possible results along with ensuring patient well-being and safety.

Who opts for embryo transfer?

Couples who are experiencing the following problems or conditions are likely to opt for embryo transfer.

  • Fallopian tube damage or blockage: Damaged or blocked fallopian tubes make it hard for the eggs to travel to the uterus, so embryo transfer is more helpful in this case.
  • Ovulation disorders: Irregular and late menstruation cycles naturally indicate a lower or decreased production of eggs which means fewer eggs with less quality. In this case, an embryo transfer might be useful in assisting the successful growth and implantation of a healthy embryo.
  • Endometriosis: This is a condition that occurs when the uterine tissue implants itself outside of a woman’s uterus and keeps growing. This affects the functioning of most female reproductive organs like the ovaries, uterus, and fallopian tubes.Thus an embryo transfer is also a suitable solution for conception to resolve this condition.
  • Uterine fibroids: In this condition, benign tumours grow on your uterus wall which affects conception. Embryo transfer might be helpful in overcoming the barriers posed by fibroids to be able to conceive
  • Tubal ligation: This is when the fallopian tubes have been cut or removed permanently. Embryo transfer can easily make up for the absence of fallopian tubes and assist in conception.
  • Poor sperm motility or male infertility: Male infertility is also a common cause for persisting infertility among hopeful couples. Embryo Transfer and other means of assisted reproductive technology can make up for problems that come with male infertility.

Though these problems may sound rare, they are more common than you think. Thanks to embryo transfer, couples have been able to overcome the problems posed by infertility and conceive through a healthier option that is just as quick as it is effective.

What are the types of frozen embryo transfer?

These are the types of embryo transfer:

  • Frozen Embryo transfer
  • Fresh Embryo transfer
  • Day 3 embryo transfer
  • Day 5 embryo transfer

What are the benefits of embryo transfer?

Besides the above-mentioned benefits, embryo transfer comes with a range of benefits that precede the benefits that can be found in other forms of assisted reproductive technology. These include:

  • Reducing the risk of abnormal placentation by a potential margin.
  • Uterine receptivity
  • Frozen embryo transfer allows for genetic testing

Besides the above-mentioned benefits that come with embryo transfer, Rhea IVF and Women’s Hospital possess the right facilities and the right doctors to guide and facilitate you through this process in the most effective way possible.

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