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What are the reasons to consider frozen embryo transfer?

Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) is possible because previous IVF cycles often produce extra embryos that couples can freeze for future efforts if the initial IVF round fails. The embryos will be thawed and delivered to the woman's uterus through a catheter on the day of your embryo transfer surgery. You will need to take injections and oral drugs every three days for three weeks, depending on the recommendation of the fertility experts at the Best IVF Center in Patna to thicken your uterine lining.
There are various reasons to consider frozen embryo transfer:

  • Decreased use of medicines: There is less medicine required because the embryos are already frozen, rather than going for a fresh embryo transfer. The lining of the uterus thickens with estrogen and progesterone instead of stimulating drugs to allow implantation. Because the stimulation phase was completed in a previous cycle, there is no need for an anaesthetic during egg retrieval. 
  • More opportunities for success: Your chances of conceiving are increased with frozen embryos since you have more options for embryo transfer. If your fresh cycle transfer fails, you can try again without having to endure another ovarian stimulation or egg retrieval if you can freeze and keep your embryos. Therefore, your overall cumulative pregnancy rate increases after one IVF cycle. 
  • FET is less expensive than fresh cycles: After a fresh IVF treatment round, further FET cycles become less costly for patients. The cost of medication and treatment is lower than a new cycle. There are fewer monitoring visits, and there is no requirement for insemination, egg retrieval, or embryo culture, which reduces the cost of the treatment and makes it more affordable.
  • Genetic screening before embryo transfer: If the woman is concerned about passing on a genetic problem to the child, she can have the embryos genetically screened before they are frozen. Embryos can be used for uterine implantation if they do not have genetic abnormalities. Therefore, the infant's health will be optimal, which is another benefit of freezing embryos.

Diwya Vatsalya Mamta Fertility Centre offers you the opportunity to consult with the best fertility doctors for a one-on-one session to guide you on the appropriate path of frozen embryo transfer and IVF treatment. Contact Diwya Vatsalya Mamta Fertility Centre to set up a meeting today.