The Process of Frozen Embryo Transfer
Knowledge of the step-by-step procedure can boost your confidence in your decision. This is what frozen embryo transfer looks like in India:
1. Pre-Treatment Evaluation
Your fertility specialist will evaluate your history and current reproductive and medical health state to ensure that you are a perfect candidate for ‘IVF with FET’. Some tests, such as blood work and ultrasounds, determine the best possible timing for the procedure.
The couple will then undergo the process of controlled ovarian stimulation, i.e., hormonal administration to make as many follicles as possible grow in the ovaries of the female partner. These eggs are then retrieved through a small procedure called OPU. Following this, the embryologist performs ICSI or IVF and cultures the embryos till day 5 ( blastocyst stage ) in the IVF lab.
These embryos are then frozen in liquid nitrogen by a process called vitrification.
2. Endometrial Preparation
The lining of the uterus, called endometrium, is prepared by administering hormones or even in a natural way to provide an environment that would support embryo implantation. This preparation is a crucial step to gain favorable success rates in FET.
3. Thawing the Embryos
When the uterus lining is ready for the transfer, the embryos frozen previously are carefully thawed. The technical skills employed by your fertility team at this stage are very important in determining the success rates of FET.
4. Embryo Transfer
Then the thawed embryos ( either 1 or a maximum of 2) are transferred into the uterus with the help of a catheter. This is usually a simple step, being less invasive and painless, thus no anesthesia is required.
5. Post-Transfer Care
You will be advised few required medicines and precautions to take care of after the procedure. The result will be found out through a blood test, usually done after 12-14 days.
Benefits of Frozen Embryo Transfer in India
Frozen embryo transfer provides numerous benefits to patients. Several factors make frozen embryo transfer an attractive and safe procedure due to the following reasons:
● Flexibility and Convenience
Embryo freezing enables you to postpone this transfer until the ideal moment emerges. This method provides you with the flexibility to manage your health, professional, and lifestyle needs and schedule while waiting for the best time to proceed.
● Improved Safety Profile
Opting for IVF using FET reduces the risk of developing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), which is sometimes associated with fresh embryo transfer. FET also has less risk of ectopic pregnancy when compared to fresh embryo transfer. Thus, frozen embryo transfer is more beneficial to many women.
● Cost-Effective Approach
One of the most attractive factors in India is the competitive FET cost. Fertility treatments, in general, remain cheaper in India than in Western countries, yet their quality is intact. Thus, with low costs, more couples can afford advanced treatment options like FET.
● Enhanced Success Rates
Owing to advanced embryo freezing and thawing techniques and improved clinical protocols, Indian clinics have been reporting unusually good success rates for FET over the years. These records speak volumes for the efficiency of IVF with FET.
● Stress Reduction
The possibility of embryo storage through embryo freezing allows the treatment to be planned according to convenience, and this goes a long way in relieving the emotional stress that governs fertility treatments and offers a more enjoyable motherhood.
Recent trends reported in some leading fertility centres show that FET success rates have been on the rise, making frozen embryo transfer a realistic and trustworthy option for many aspiring parents.
Conclusion
Frozen embryo transfer in India serves as an effective medical solution which combines modern life flexibility with safe procedures and cost-effective benefits. If you are looking for a fertility treatment, speak with one of the specialists at ART Fertility Clinics to design the best treatment plan for you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is frozen embryo transfer?
It is a procedure where embryos previously frozen are thawed and then transferred into the uterus as part of IVF with FET.
- How can embryo freezing be helpful for me?
The benefit of storing embryos is that you can plan the ideal moment to thaw and get them transferred to plan pregnancy at the right time for you.
- Is the FET cost in India affordable?
Yes. In India, the cost of FET is highly reasonable, as it provides access to advanced treatment.
