At HopePlus IVF, we understand that family planning is a deeply personal decision, and sometimes, the right time for pregnancy may not align with a woman’s current life circumstances. Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation) offers women the ability to preserve their fertility and take control of their reproductive future. This advanced technique allows women to freeze and store their eggs for later use, ensuring that they have the option to conceive when they are ready.
Egg freezing is a process in which a woman's eggs are retrieved, frozen, and stored for future fertilization. The eggs are preserved using a rapid freezing technique called vitrification, which prevents ice crystal formation and maintains the eggs' quality. When the woman is ready to conceive, the eggs can be thawed, fertilized with sperm, and implanted into the uterus through IVF.
Egg freezing is beneficial for:
Those who wish to focus on their career, education, or personal goals before starting a family.
Women diagnosed with conditions like cancer who need chemotherapy or radiation, which may affect fertility.
Women with a family history of early menopause or other reproductive health concerns.
Women who are not ready to have children but want to ensure they have healthy eggs available in the future.
Women undergoing IVF who want to store extra eggs for future attempts.
Our fertility specialists conduct a comprehensive evaluation, including blood tests and ultrasounds, to assess ovarian reserve and determine the best approach for egg retrieval.
To increase the number of eggs retrieved, the woman undergoes controlled ovarian stimulation using fertility medications for about 10–14 days. Regular monitoring ensures optimal egg development.
Once the eggs are mature, they are retrieved through a minor surgical procedure using a thin needle guided by ultrasound. Performed under mild sedation and is painless.
The eggs are rapidly frozen using vitrification, a cutting-edge technique that prevents damage and ensures the best survival rate upon thawing. Stored safely in liquid nitrogen at -196°C.
When ready to conceive, the eggs are thawed, fertilized with sperm, and the healthiest embryos are transferred into the uterus to achieve pregnancy.
The success of egg freezing depends on factors like age at the time of freezing and egg quality. Women under 35 have the highest success rates, with 70-90% of eggs surviving the thawing process and 40-50% leading to a successful pregnancy. At HopePlus IVF, we use state-of-the-art vitrification technology to maximize egg survival and pregnancy outcomes.
At HopePlus IVF, we believe that every woman deserves the opportunity to build a family on her own terms. If you are considering egg freezing, schedule a consultation with our experts today to discuss your options and take charge of your fertility future!
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