IVF after 40 years

Having IVF after 40 and getting a positive result is real, but it is important to be prepared for the fact that this path will not always be easy.

Modern reproductology is developing very quickly and there are more and more auxiliary technologies that work even in difficult cases. The IVF procedure helps a huge number of infertile couples to become parents, but it also has its own age restrictions.

If you have problems with conception, do not delay contacting specialists. The sooner you discover the problem and start solving it, the more chances you have to get a positive result faster. IVF can be carried out even after 40 years, and the EVACLINIC IVF team of star reproductologists will definitely help you with this.

IVF after 40 with your own egg

Having IVF after 40 and getting a positive result is real, but it is important to be prepared for the fact that this path will not always be easy. IVF in late reproductive age is associated with several difficulties at once:

poor ovarian response to stimulation (does not always allow you to get eggs of good quality);

a small number of embryos suitable for transfer;

difficulties with implantation and a low percentage of pregnancies in the protocol;

reduction of ovarian reserve;

concomitant chronic diseases that complicate IVF and pregnancy in the future.

If 1-2 IVF attempts after 40 were unsuccessful, you need to change tactics. The use of donor eggs can increase the chances of success.

IVF after 40 with a donor egg

Protocols with donor eggs for women after 40 years can significantly increase the chances of pregnancy. Such a protocol reduces the load on the body, since there is no stage of hormonal stimulation, the main thing is to properly prepare the body for embryo transfer. The chances of IVF after 40 years with a donor egg are quite high and reach 51-57%.

The main indications for IVF with donor oocytes:

abnormalities of the structure of the ovaries;

premature depletion of the ovaries;

absence of ovaries;

premature menopause.

IVF in the natural cycle after 40

Quite often, women after 40 have a reduced ovarian reserve and the ovaries do not respond well to stimulation, so they may be recommended IVF in a natural cycle.

In this case, there is no hormonal stimulation stage, and during the puncture, a single egg is obtained that has matured in a natural cycle.

Indications for IVF in the natural cycle:

medical contraindications to ovarian stimulation;

poor ovarian response to stimulation;

reduction or depletion of the ovarian reserve.

Unfortunately, the effectiveness of such a protocol is very low, only 10-20%.

Should I do IVF after 40? The answer of our doctors is yes! But approach such a protocol as consciously and thoughtfully as possible in order to take into account the risks and bring a positive result closer. IVF for women after 40 is a real chance to become a mom.

Remember that pregnancy after 40 after IVF can also be associated with certain difficulties, so it is important to undergo a full examination before the protocol to make sure that the body is ready for the upcoming 9 months.