IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is a fertility treatment where eggs are retrieved from a woman’s ovaries, fertilized with sperm in a lab, and the resulting embryo is implanted into the uterus.
IVF is recommended for couples with:
* Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
* Male infertility issues (low sperm count or motility)
* Unexplained infertility
* Age-related infertility
* Failed previous fertility treatments
Success rates vary based on age, medical condition, and clinic expertise. Women under 35 may have a 40-50% success rate per cycle, while rates decline with age.
A typical IVF cycle takes 4–6 weeks from initial consultation to embryo transfer.
Gender selection is possible through PGT (Preimplantation Genetic Testing), but legal restrictions vary by country.
Most steps are minimally invasive. Some women experience mild discomfort during egg retrieval and hormonal injections.