According to WHO, every fifth couple faces the problem of infertility.
An effective solution for those who aspire to become parents, but do not have such an opportunity, has become in vitro fertilization (IVF). This is an assisted reproductive technology, which is based on the artificial insemination of the egg in the laboratory.
Many couples from countries of Central Asia and Eastern Europe, after many years of unsuccessful infertility treatment in their countries, choose IVF abroad. According to the reviews of patients after IVF abroad, they managed to achieve pregnancy on the first attempt.
IVF has a long history abroad – more than 40 years. During this time, about 8 million children were born. According to statistics, the average success rate of IVF abroad is 55-65%, and in some cases, it reaches and even exceeds 80%.
Among the leading countries where IVF procedures are successfully performed are Turkey, Israel, Spain, Germany, and South Korea. The effectiveness of infertility treatment in Turkey is about 87%, in Germany – 86-87%, and in Israel – 89-92%.
For a successful pregnancy, several IVF attempts are sometimes necessary. Thanks to the achievements of foreign medicine, specialists manage to achieve successful results in most patients for the first time.
The main advantage of artificial insemination is the possibility of pregnancy with complete infertility, followed by the birth of a healthy child.
High rates of infertility treatment abroad are due to the following factors:
Particular attention should be paid to follow-up after IVF abroad. Pregnancy should be managed by an experienced obstetrician-gynecologist who specializes in the management of pregnancies after IVF.
The absence of pregnancy in 35% of cases is associated with female infertility, in 25% with male infertility, in 30% with infertility of both spouses. Doctors talk about infertility in the absence of pregnancy for at least 12 months with regular sexual activity.
It is recommended to seek medical help in the absence of pregnancy:
The IVF procedure abroad is used when conservative therapy has not led to pregnancy.
Artificial insemination is shown as the only chance to get rid of infertility in pathologies when natural insemination is impossible:
Infertility treatment abroad involves a thorough examination of the couple and the preparation of an individual therapy regimen. It includes artificial insemination using advanced techniques.
Also, IVF abroad is resorted to:
The procedure of artificial insemination cannot be carried out with a number of pathologies:
Relative contraindications include an acute inflammatory process of any localization in the body. In this case, preliminary therapy is carried out using sparing modern drugs.
It should be understood that IVF abroad is not a procedure but a whole range of medical measures aimed at achieving a healthy physiological pregnancy. In-vitro insemination is the basic IVF procedure abroad. On average, the cycle usually takes 15-25 days. It consists of the main stages:
Implantation of multiple embryos can lead to multiple pregnancies. Unused embryos are frozen. In the future, they can be used for a second attempt or given to a donor bank.
Pregnancy occurs if at least one of the embryos manages to successfully attach to the uterine mucosa. After 2 weeks, the woman takes a pregnancy test.
To increase the chances of pregnancy, doctors may use additional reproductive techniques:
In case of an unsuccessful attempt, doctors give the woman time to rest and repeat the procedure after 4-6 months, taking into account the experience of the failed attempt.
Every year, about 2 million couples undergo IVF procedures abroad.
The result is the birth of more than 500,000 healthy babies. The success of IVF abroad directly depends on the age, health, and lifestyle of a woman. Women who have given birth before are more likely to become pregnant.
According to the SART (Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology), the average IVF effectiveness depending on age, without taking into account the method of treatment is:
IVF medical centers abroad have higher rates in all categories. For example, 65% or more first-attempt pregnancies and successful pregnancies in older patients.
According to the reviews of patients of Experts Medical who have undergone IVF abroad, the best IVF clinics in the world are located in Turkey, Spain, Israel, Germany, Austria, India, and South Korea. These countries are leaders in the field of reproductive medicine. It has all the necessary equipment and qualified personnel for the accurate detection of fertility disorders, as well as the most effective treatment.
Turkey
The choice of patients in favor of Turkey is explained by the high success rate of IVF and the affordable price. According to the general data of Turkish clinics, the effectiveness of the procedure for women under 35 years old reaches 71%, for 35-40 years old – 65%, for 40-45 years old – 54%, which significantly exceeds the world average.
Many hospitals collaborate with university hospitals in the United States. This allows doctors to learn and improve their skills, and patients to receive advanced treatment. Among the most popular clinics:
However, it should be borne in mind that the IVF procedure in Turkey is available only to officially registered couples. It is also forbidden to use donor material here.
Israel
One of the best countries for infertility treatment abroad. The medical staff of the hospitals includes world-famous IVF specialists. The most popular hospitals include:
Israel’s unique geographic location allows couples to combine treatment and relaxation. Therapeutic mud of the Dead Sea promotes healing from many inflammatory processes in the reproductive sphere, which can also be the cause of fertility disorders.
Spain
For IVF in Spain, the following are popular among patients:
Many patients from Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, choose Spain not only for IVF abroad but also for the subsequent management of pregnancy and childbirth. In addition to excellent medical care, this is an opportunity for a future baby to obtain citizenship under a simplified scheme at the age of 18.
The cost of IVF abroad depends on a number of factors:
The average IVF price in Turkey is $2800-3800, in Israel $9000-10000, in Spain €6400. With donor material, the cost is 30-40% more expensive.
To find out where it is better to do IVF, you should contact the coordinators-doctors of Experts Medical.
It is difficult to choose which clinic is best for IVF and how to plan the process on your own. This requires the knowledge of experts. Therefore, it is reasonable to entrust the organization of the trip to a reliable company Experts Medical. It cooperates with the best certified medical centers and will help organize IVF abroad in a short time, at no extra cost.
Coordinators-doctors of Experts Medical will advise future parents in which country to do IVF and help choose a clinic and an attending doctor with whom they will organize a preliminary consultation.
Experts Medical’s additional services include assistance in preparing medical documents, booking hotel rooms and air tickets, and transfer.
The material was checked and approved by Erica Igonina, a medical author at Experts Medical.
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