Prior to the embryo transfer, the endometrium must be between 7 and 10 mm thick to facilitate the embryo's implantation. By means of estrogen treatment, both in patches and orally, the endometrium is thickened and ready for the embryo implantation. After this, it will be necessary to apply progesterone.
Read the full article on: What Is the Role of Estradiol Patches in IVF? ( 72).
By Cristina Mestre Ferrer B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Esther Marbán Bermejo M.D. (gynecologist), Victoria Moliner BSc, MSc (embryologist) and Romina Packan (invitra staff).
Last Update: 05/13/2020
