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Can I do IVF if I have PCOS?
PCOS and IVF Success The large majority of women with PCOS, polycystic ovarian syndrome, that have not gotten pregnant with other treatments will be able to get pregnant and have a baby with IVF (in vitro fertilization) if they are under 40 and do their IVF at a high quality clinic.
What is the success rate of IVF in PCOS patients?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common cause of female infertility. The ovaries in these women contain multiple small cystic structures, or antral follicles, that are 2-9 mm in diameter….PCOS Pregnancy Statistics.
| Treatment for PCOS | Expected “Monthly” Success Rate |
|---|---|
| IVF, In vitro fertilization | 60\% – at our IVF clinic |
What IVF protocol is best for PCOS?
In the past 20 years, GnRH agonists have been the “National Guideline” protocol in PCOS, and the majority of IVF/intracytoplasmic sperm injection treatment cycles performed.
Does PCOS mean poor egg quality?
Why you may need an egg donor for PCOS Usually, if you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, a large number of eggs are collected during IVF but some of these may be immature. It can mean that egg quality is poor, which means your eggs may fail to fertilise or develop to a stage suitable for transfer.
Is 6 eggs enough for IVF?
This is why IVF centers stimulate women in order to get sufficient eggs. Women under 38 in our IVF program have acceptable live birth rates even with only 3 – 6 eggs, do better with more than 6 eggs, and do best with more than 10 eggs. Women 38-40 and 41-42 years old have low live birth rates with low egg numbers.
How can I improve my egg quality for PCOS?
Use of inositol in patients with PCOS during preconception care is an effective method allowing improvement of oocytes quality and positively affecting IVF cycle prognosis. High pregnancy rates per ET and ‘take home baby’ index after treatment are justifying inositol usage in patients with PCOS and infertility.
Is PCOS completely curable?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be managed. Treatment options can vary because someone with PCOS may experience a range of symptoms, or just 1.