Fertility Preservation Treatment

Fertility preservation is offered to people who are at risk of failing their fertility due to various factors, such as cancer treatments, surgery, or certain medical conditions. These treatments and conditions can severely impact reproductive capabilities, making it difficult or impossible to conceive naturally. Fertility preservation allows individuals the opportunity to preserve their gametes or embryos before undergoing these treatments or facing these conditions, increasing the chances of future successful pregnancies and biological parenthood.

Fertility preservation can be considered by individuals who have a higher risk of fertility loss. Various factors can be responsible for fertility issues, including individuals who are about to undergo cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. It is also beneficial for individuals planning to delay starting a family due to personal or career-related reasons. Additionally, individuals with certain medical conditions or those who are undergoing gender transition may also consider fertility preservation to preserve their reproductive options for the future.

Social freezing, also known as elective egg freezing, is a fertility preservation option that allows individuals to freeze and store their eggs for future use. It primarily benefits women who wish to delay childbearing for personal or career-related reasons. Social freezing offers women the opportunity to preserve their fertility by freezing their ova or eggs at a younger age when they are more likely to be of higher quality and have a better possibility of resulting in a successful pregnancy when used in the future.

Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, includes retrieving and storing a woman's eggs for future use. The process begins with hormonal stimulation to encourage the development of multiple eggs in the ovaries. Once the eggs have reached the appropriate size, they are retrieved using a minimally invasive transvaginal procedure under ultrasound guidance. The retrieved eggs are then vitrified, a technique that rapidly freezes them to preserve their viability. The fertility centres can store these frozen eggs for an extended period and thawed when the woman is ready to use them for fertility treatments.

The egg freezing success depends on several components, including the woman's age at the time of egg freezing, the quality of the eggs, and the method used for freezing and thawing. Younger females have a higher chance of success as they generally have more good-quality eggs. The vitrification technique used at Ferty9 Fertility Centre has significantly improved egg freezing success rates by preventing ice crystal formation and preserving the eggs' quality. Additionally, the expertise and experience of the fertility specialists performing the procedure play a crucial role in the success of egg freezing. Our team at Ferty9 Fertility Centre comprises highly skilled fertility professionals dedicated to providing the best possible care and maximising the chances of a successful pregnancy using frozen eggs.

Egg freezing is a safe and well-tolerated procedure, and the risk of complications is minimal. However, as with any medical procedure, some complications may occur in this process. Common side effects of the hormone injections used for ovarian stimulation include mild bloating, breast tenderness, and mood swings. These side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own after the completion of the treatment. In rare cases, there may be a risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), a condition characterised by excessive fluid accumulation in the abdomen and chest. However, with careful monitoring and individualised treatment protocols, the risk of OHSS can be minimised. At Ferty9 Fertility Centre, our experienced fertility specialists closely monitor each patient throughout the egg freezing process to ensure their safety and well-being.

Sperm freezing, or sperm cryopreservation, includes collecting a semen sample and freezing it for future use. The process of freezing sperm allows individuals to preserve their fertility and have the option of using their sperm for assisted reproductive techniques, such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI).

Embryo freezing, or embryo cryopreservation, is a method used in assisted reproductive technology. It includes the freezing and storage of embryos for future use.

Embryos can be safely stored by freezing for many years. The duration of time embryos can be stored depends on various factors, including fertility centre regulations and individuals' or couples' preferences.