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Frozen vs. Fresh Embryo Transfer: Which Is Better?
MYTH: Frozen embryos are not as effective or safe as fresh embryos
FACT: This is inaccurate as patients who use frozen embryos have equal chances of success as those who use fresh embryos.
The most important point to keep in mind is that the quality of embryo frozen depends on factors like age of the couple, quality of the gametes, etc.
Vitrification is a process that allows quick freezing of the embryos/eggs, thereby preserving their original quality. Women who plan to postpone pregnancy for social or medical reasons are recommended to freeze their eggs if they would like the maximum chances of success with IVF using their own eggs later in life.
During IVF treatment, patients may have the option of transferring an embryo in the same cycle or freezing it for transfer at a later stage. According to Dr Rohit Gutgutia, Fertility Specialist at Nova IVF, Kolkata, fresh embryo transfer can complete treatment within the same month. However, ovarian swelling or excessive stimulation may make a fresh transfer less suitable in some cases. With frozen embryo transfer, the embryo is transferred in a later cycle when the uterus and ovaries are better prepared. Dr Gutgutia explains that there is no single right approach. The choice depends on the patient’s individual circumstances and risk factors.
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