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Assisted hatching at TFP Fertility Poland
The world of fertility is continuously evolving. Science is constantly discovering new and innovative fertility treatments to help people create their longed-for family.
Here's more about the technique of assisted hatching.
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What is assisted hatching?
Assisted hatching, also known as laser assisted hatching, is an optional add-on that aims to improve chances of success in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) treatments.
Embryos (a fertilised egg) are surrounded by a thick shell known as the zona pellucida, or just zona.
Before the embryo can attach to the womb lining and start to develop, it must ‘hatch’ and break out of the zona. This process is called hatching. If it doesn't hatch, the pregnancy can't progress.
This is where assisted hatching aims to help.
During the process, a small hole is made in the zona or it's deliberately weakened with a laser. This helps the embryo to hatch and implant successfully.
Assisted hatching may increase the chances of pregnancy in some cases.
By choosing TFP Fertility for your assisted hatching procedure, you have access to a world of fertility expertise and knowledge from over 35 years of experience and a network of clinics across Europe.
FAQs
Is assisted hatching right for you?
Assisted hatching is not recommended in all cases.
It’s particularly recommended for IVF and ICSI patients:
Over the age of 38
Who have had multiple unsuccessful attempts of IVF of ICSI with no known cause
Who are using frozen embryos that may have developed a thickened zona
Our experienced clinicians at TFP Fertility clinics will discuss whether assisted hatching is right for you in an individual consultation.
Are there any risks with assisted hatching?
All procedures come with some risk. Although the overall process is safe, in a small number of cases, there’s a risk the embryo can be damaged during the assisted hatching process.
If the embryo is damaged, it cannot be used.
Will assisted hatching increase your chances of getting pregnant?
Assisted hatching increases implantation in some cases. Although, currently, assisted hatching has the same success rates as normal IVF procedures in most cases.
There’s not enough strong evidence to suggest that assisted hatching will increase your chances of getting pregnant during IVF or ICSI treatments.
The results of assisted hatching studies remain inconclusive and more research needs to be done in this area.
If you’d like to know more about assisted hatching, get in touch. Our experienced fertility team will help guide you and answer any questions you may have.
How does assisted hatching work?
Assisted hatching takes place directly before the embryo is transferred.
Your TFP Fertility embryologist will use a microscope with a laser to create a small hole precisely in the zona shell.
The embryo cells will not be affected by the laser. It will now be able to break out of its shell easier.
The embryo is then transferred into the womb, and you’ll have regular check-ups with your doctor.
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