In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

The key to our success is a patient-focused approach which allows us to optimize the results for the individual couple.

Team Approach—A close collaboration between the clinical and laboratory staff is essential for improving treatment outcomes. Our laboratory and medical directors consult on all patients to maximize success.

IVF carries the highest chance of success as compared to other fertility therapies. However, it is only needed in some cases. Most patients who present at our clinic conceive without having to resort to IVF. On the other hand when needed, the IVF process at NEFI is streamlined, well structured and easy to follow. Our staff will guide you at every step of the way and provide all the medical as well as emotional support you may need to optimize your outcome.

The most common conditions that bring couples to IVF are:

Tubal Factor Infertility

Conditions affecting the fallopian tubes and result in a complete or partial blockage or other malfunctions of the fallopian tubes are the most common indications for IVF and generally carry a high chance of success. With IVF fertilization and early embryo development occurs in the laboratory. The embryo is then placed directly into the Uterus thus bypassing the abnormal fallopian tubes.

Male Factor Infertility

Abnormalities in sperm number or function are the second most common category of infertility leading to IVF. In this case the fertilization of the eggs is achieved by direct injection of sperm into the egg cell (ICSI). It ensures fertilization even where sperm count or mobility is low.

The following Fact sheet is provided by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

ICSI

Age Related Infertility

A growing indication for IVF. The egg and embryo can be observed in the laboratory and the chances of success maximized by selecting the viable eggs. In some cases, genetic testing of the embryos (PGD) can improve outcomes.

The following Fact sheet is provided by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Age Fertility

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Unexplained Infertility

In this case observing the process in the lab may assist us in identifying the cause of infertility and increases the chances of successful treatment.