Unraveling the Truth: Clearing Myths About IVF Success, Safety, and More

Common Myths and Facts about IVF

In vitro fertilization IVF is an effective fertility treatment that helps thousands of patients annually to achieve conception. involves a reproductive ocrinology and infertility REI specialist retrieving mature eggs from the ovaries, followed by an embryologist fertilizing these eggs with prepared sperm in a laboratory setting. The goal is for the fertilized egg, or embryo, to be transferred into the uterus with the m of fostering pregnancy.

IVF serves as an option for patients dealing with infertility challenges and is also utilized by LGBTQ couples and single parents who aspire to have biological children through assisted reproduction. Unfortunately, misinformation surrounding IVF often circulates online via social media platforms and forums, which can mislead individuals seeking information on fertility treatments.

To address common misconceptions about IVF, Dr. Arielle Bayer, a REI at CCRM Fertility in New Yorka board-certified specialist in obstetrics and gynecology with eligibility for reproductive ocrinology and infertilityclarifies the facts based on her expertise.

MYTH: IVF is always successful

FACT: While IVF is highly effective as an ART treatment, it does not guarantee success resulting in a live birth. Success rates can be influenced by factors such as patient age, weight, hormonal health, chromosomal abnormalities, and the quality of eggs and sperm. The laboratory's capability plays a significant role; hence, consulting SART.org to review a clinic’s IVF success rates is recommed. Dr. Bayer also emphasizes that for certn patients with specific diagnoses, procedures like preimplantation genetic testing PGT or intracytoplasmic sperm injection ICSI may enhance outcomes.

MYTH: IVF is the only option for infertility

FACT: There are various effective treatment options avlable beyond IVF to address infertility. Dr. Bayer notes that IUI and timed intercourse cycles can be successful alternatives deping on a patient's age, diagnosis, and fertility goals.

MYTH: IVF always leads to twins or multiples

FACT: The risk of having twins through IVF is not inherently higher compared to other fertility treatments; it primarily deps on the number of embryos transferred during IVF. Recent technological advancements enable transferring one embryo at a time in IVF procedures, which Dr. Bayer supports as being both effective and safer for the patient's health and the baby.

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine ASRM recomms elective single embryo transfer eSET, acknowledging that this method increases the chances of delivering a single healthy baby compared to multiple embryos. However, it is essential to discuss individual circumstances with your REI before deciding on treatment options like IVF.

MYTH: IVF and medication increase cancer risk

FACT: Studies generally do not show a significant increase in cancer risk associated with using IVF or fertility medications. It's important to note that women diagnosed with infertility may have a baseline higher risk of certn cancers, which is attributed to genetic factors rather than the use of IVF.

Every patient's journey towards fertility differs, and it's crucial to consider medical history along with comprehensive fertility testing under guidance from your REI before initiating treatment plans. To explore options like IVF tlored for personal goals, contacting an REI or consulting Progyny’s resources can provide valuable insights.

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Dr. Arielle Bayer, a reproductive ocrinologist at CCRM Fertility New York, underscores the importance of informed decision-making when considering IVF and other fertility treatments. Through her expertise as board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology with eligibility for reproductive ocrinology and infertility, she dispels common myths surrounding IVF's success rates, alternatives to treatment, risks associated with multiple births, and misconceptions about cancer risk linked to fertility medications.

For further information or guidance on scheduling an initial consultation with an REI, feel free to reach out to your OBGYN or contact Progyny for assistance.
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