Embryo vitrification is a fundamental technique today at fertility clinics, since it allows us to postpone the embryo transfer in case it cannot be performed in a single IVF stimulation cycle.
The main reasons why patients can opt for embryo vitrification (freezing) are:
- Risk of developing Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
- Unused embryos that can be stored for being transferred in subsequent attempts or to have a second child
- Fertility preservation
- While you are waiting for the results of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
Read the full article on: What is embryo vitrification? How and when is this procedure used? ( 56).
By Álvaro Martínez Moro B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Blanca Paraíso M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Edurne Martínez Sanz B.Sc., M.Sc. (senior clinical embryologist), Mark P. Trolice M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.E. (reproductive endocrinologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist) and Sandra Fernández B.A., M.A. (fertility counselor).
Last Update: 09/17/2018
