With Embryo Transfer, the embryos grown in incubators 2-6 days after the egg collection process are introduced into the uterus through a thin catheter under sterile conditions, without the patient being anesthetized.
Do I Need to Lie Down After Embryo Transfer?
No. After the procedure, you will rest for a short while and then be sent home. You can continue your daily activities. However, since the ovaries are enlarged and sensitive, it is recommended that you avoid heavy exercise for a while as it may cause discomfort.
What Complaints May I Have After Embryo Transfer?
There may be mild groin pain, mild cramps, mild spotting, gas, breast tenderness, constipation.
However, if abdominal pain is severe, you should consult your doctor; ovarian torsion, which occurs when the ovary rotates around itself, OHSS, and uterine inflammation should be excluded.
How Many Embryos Should Be Given Into the Uterus in an IVF Trial?
According to the regulation in our country, the woman's age and the number of embryos are the determining factors. In advanced age, the probability of implantation (the baby clinging to the uterus) is lower (Unless it is egg donation; it is not legal in Turkey).
In women under the age of 35, 1 embryo can be transferred in the first two attempts, and in other attempts, a maximum of 2 embryos can be transferred, while in women over the age of 35, 2 embryos can be transferred at the same time.
What Happens to the Remaining Embryos After Embryo Transfer?
Embryos of couples who request it are frozen and stored to be thawed and transferred again in the future according to their requests. In this way, the OPU process will not be applied again.
What is done if multiple pregnancy occurs?
In cases of triplets or more babies, fetal reduction, that is, stopping the heart of more than the second baby in the womb, is recommended because multiple pregnancies pose a danger to the health of the mother and the baby. This situation creates medical, ethical and psychological problems.
What is the chance of a frozen embryo attaching to the uterus?
The revival rate of a frozen embryo is 90%. There have been developments in embryo transfer freezing and thawing techniques. Thanks to these developments, the chance of success has increased and high pregnancy rates have begun to be achieved.
How is the embryo transfer performed?
The embryos are drawn into a silicone catheter with a syringe attached to its tip, prepared for transfer, and the embryos are placed in the uterine cavity by passing the tip of the catheter to the entrance of the uterus.
When does implantation occur after embryo transfer?
After embryo transfer, implantation begins on the 2nd day of the transfer and continues until the 7th day.
How many minutes does embryo transfer take?
Embryo transfer is a procedure that takes about 10-15 minutes. It is a painless procedure and the patient is not given anesthesia.
What is embryo transfer in IVF?
The process of placing the fertilized embryo into the uterus is called embryo transfer.
How many minutes after embryo transfer can you go to the toilet?
After the embryo transfer procedure, it will be sufficient for the patient to lie down for 45 minutes to 2 hours. You can go to the toilet after 2 hours.
How many days after embryo transfer can you take a bath?
There is no harm in taking a bath on the day of embryo transfer. You should be careful about your diet after the transfer.
Is intercourse forbidden before the transfer?
It is recommended that the mother not have sexual intercourse after starting the medication. In this way, the sperm quality of the father will also increase.
How many embryos are transferred?
If the mother is under 35 years old, 1 embryo is transferred in the first and second IVF attempts. In the third and more attempts, 2 embryos are transferred. In women over 35, 2 embryos can be transferred.
