It can be quite saddening for prospective parents who want to have children and realize their desires to start treatment with great sacrifices but not be successful. IVF treatments can be difficult for couples, both financially and spiritually. In addition, it can cause various psychological problems, especially for the prospective mother. IVF treatments are not medically difficult treatments. Thanks to developing technology and developed methods, the work and daily lives of couples who receive the treatment are definitely not disrupted. However, the psychological side of this process is the stages that mainly challenge couples.
However, expectant mothers and fathers who fail the first time should not be discouraged for this reason. Failure in one treatment does not mean failure in the other. For this reason, after providing the necessary motivation for the second attempt and being psychologically ready, it is necessary to start a second attempt.
What prospective mothers and fathers should not forget is that even healthy couples without any health problems cannot conceive when they want to. Failure in the first treatment should drive couples to despair. Failure in the first attempt can be a guide for others.
Failure to succeed in IVF treatment at the first attempt should not disappoint couples. At this stage, the important thing is the woman's age. If the woman is older, time should be used sparingly. Solution methods should be found without wasting time for treatment, the reasons for failure should be determined and a new IVF treatment should be planned.
As the woman ages, more IVF treatments may be needed to achieve success, especially for women aged 35 and over.
As you get older, there is a risk that the pregnancy may end in miscarriage, even if pregnancy is achieved through successful attempts.
As age increases, the chance of pregnancy decreases not only in normal pregnancies but also in IVF. As age increases, the number of eggs decreases. In addition, their quality decreases. Therefore, a successful IVF treatment may not be possible.
What are the factors that may cause IVF treatment to fail?
The first reason that comes to mind in unsuccessful IVF treatments is problems with the embryo. Various disorders or problems in the structure of the embryo can prevent pregnancy.
Apart from this;
The laboratory environment is not suitable,
Problems with the expectant mother's uterus,
adhesions resulting from surgical interventions,
abortion,
some diseases,
structures such as myoma and polyp,
Chocolate cysts can be an obstacle to conception.
Blockages in the tubes,
Past or current infections,
They can be counted as intra-abdominal adhesions.
Failed IVF and aftermath
After unsuccessful IVF attempts, the reasons that led to failure should be investigated. After the reasons are determined, a treatment plan should be made. In addition to the routine tests, various tests can be performed. Some of these tests are:
Ultrasonography
HSG (Hymenographic film)
Hysteroscopy (uterine examination with a camera)
Preimplantation (genetic diagnosis)
Paternal lymphocyte vaccination
Assisted budding laserte
Artificial womb applications
Blastocyst transfer
Acupuncture
Reiki
Antioxidants
Couples should not lose hope in unsuccessful IVF attempts. IVF treatment is one of the areas where technology is most reflected. 80% of infertility problems have become problems that can be solved with IVF. However, sometimes it is not possible to achieve success. Still, it is recommended that couples try all their chances and benefit from the developed methods if the possibilities allow. Especially if the woman is older, these solution methods should not be delayed.
What are the failure rates in IVF?
The failure rate is a factor related to the woman's age. There are many factors that affect success in IVF treatments. The most important of these factors is the woman's age. If the woman is not older, the chance of success with IVF treatment is 60%. This chance of success can be increased with various methods. As age progresses, these success rates decrease. While the chance of success is around 20% when the woman is in her 40s, the chance of success decreases even more in women over 40.
How many times can IVF attempts be made?
The number of attempts that prospective parents make is entirely up to their own will. There is no limit to the number of attempts. However, couples should be aware that the success rate in IVF treatments will not increase significantly after 3 attempts. In patients 30 years of age and younger, a high rate of success can be achieved after a maximum of three attempts. However, after the age of 35, a decrease in the chance of success is observed. For this reason, the couple may need more attempts.
What kind of feelings do couples experience as a result of repeated failures?
Due to repeated failures, especially expectant mothers experience various psychological problems. No candidate starts IVF treatment to fail. In this case, it is recommended that the couple receive psychological counseling. Couples should prepare themselves for all kinds of possibilities they may encounter before the treatment.
When should a new attempt be made after unsuccessful IVF attempts?
If IVF treatments are not successful, 1 month is enough to take a break. However, if the couple is still young and needs more time to prepare, they can use it. However, if the mother-to-be is older, it should not be forgotten that they need to use the time wisely.
What should be done in case of recurrent miscarriage?
First, the reasons why the pregnancy ends in miscarriage should be investigated. Then, it should be determined whether the cause of the miscarriage is genetic or due to uterine reasons. Miscarriage problems that occur in the older age group may occur due to chromosomal abnormalities.
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