Question 1

What is IVF and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

IVF stands for In Vitro Fertilization. It involves retrieving eggs from the woman's ovaries, fertilizing them with sperm in a laboratory setting, and then transferring the resulting embryos back into the woman's uterus. This method is helpful for couples facing difficulties with fertilization, ovulation, or blocked fallopian tubes.

Question 2

What is ICSI and when is it recommended?

Accepted Answer

ICSI stands for Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection. It is a specialized technique used when sperm have difficulty fertilizing eggs. In ICSI, a single sperm is directly injected into an egg. It is recommended for men with low sperm count, poor sperm motility, or abnormal sperm morphology.

Question 3

What are PESA/TESA procedures and who are they suitable for?

Accepted Answer

PESA (Percutaneous Epididymal Sperm Aspiration) and TESA (Testicular Sperm Aspiration) are procedures used to retrieve sperm directly from the epididymis or testes, respectively. These procedures are suitable for men who have no sperm in their ejaculate due to blockage or other conditions.

Question 4

What is IUI and what are the success rates?

Accepted Answer

IUI stands for Intrauterine Insemination. It involves placing sperm directly into the woman's uterus at the time of ovulation. IUI is a less invasive procedure compared to IVF and is often recommended for couples with unexplained infertility, mild male factor infertility, or cervical mucus issues. Success rates vary based on factors such as age, underlying fertility issues, and sperm quality.

Question 5

What is embryo culture and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

Embryo culture refers to the process of growing and monitoring embryos in a controlled laboratory setting. It provides a suitable environment for the embryos to develop and allows for evaluation of their quality. This process is crucial for successful IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies.

Question 6

What is vitrification and how does it help in fertility treatments?

Accepted Answer

Vitrification is a rapid freezing technique used to preserve eggs, embryos, or ovarian tissue. It involves quickly cooling the cells to extremely low temperatures, which prevents ice crystal formation and damage. Vitrification allows for storage of reproductive materials for future use, such as when a woman wants to delay motherhood or for couples undergoing cancer treatment.

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