By Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Deborah Balthazar
Published on 2024-01-17 09:30:29
Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have developed a new method for predicting the quality of embryos used in in vitro fertilization (IVF). This breakthrough could significantly increase the chances of a successful pregnancy for individuals relying on assisted reproductive technology.
For those struggling with infertility, IVF offers hope by retrieving eggs, fertilizing them in the lab, and then implanting the resulting embryos into the uterus. However, the process can be emotionally and physically draining, often requiring multiple rounds of treatment.
H. Irene Su, a senior scientist involved in the study and a professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine, as well as a reproductive endocrinologist and epidemiologist at UC San Diego Health, emphasized the challenges faced by those undergoing IVF. She explained, “This is often a really trying experience, where we often say: ‘We don’t know why an embryo is good. We don’t know why an embryo doesn’t result in a baby.’ And we can’t know why until we better understand what’s happening in the embryo.”
The new method developed by the researchers aims to address this lack of understanding. By effectively predicting the quality of embryos, IVF patients and healthcare professionals can make more informed decisions about the embryos to use, potentially increasing the likelihood of a successful pregnancy.
This development could ease the emotional and financial burden experienced by individuals and couples undergoing IVF treatments, providing hope and optimism for the future. Access to this groundbreaking technology has the potential to revolutionize the field of assisted reproductive technology and improve outcomes for those struggling to conceive.
The researchers’ work represents a significant step forward in the field of IVF, paving the way for more personalized and effective treatment strategies. Their findings have the potential to bring about positive changes in the lives of individuals and families affected by infertility, giving them renewed hope for building the families they desire.
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