A Beginners Guide to IVF Treatment
Starting IVF treatment can be an overwhelming and emotional experience. In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a procedure that involves fertilizing an egg with sperm outside of the body and then transferring the embryo back into the uterus. This procedure is typically done under general anesthesia or sedation.1 The success rate of IVF can vary, depending on the age and the number of embryos transferred. However, IVF has a success rate of live births of approximately 46.7 %.2 IVF can be a highly effective infertility treatment, but knowing how to start the journey can be intimidating.