IVF

IVF or in vitro fertilisation is a type of assisted reproductive technique. In this process, the egg is fertilised by the sperm outside the body. It’s used as a treatment for infertility only when all other methods of assisted reproductive techniques have failed. Robert Edwards the physiologist who developed the treatment was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine 2010 for his path-breaking work.

Sperm wash: Everything you need to know about this fertility treatment for men

Posted By Debjani Arora, December 15, 2017 at 12:59pm

This infertility treatment helps to get the best sperm for conception and birth a healthy baby.
How the sperm wash technique can help an HIV positive man father a healthy baby

Posted By Debjani Arora, December 13, 2017 at 12:37pm

With this technique, it is possible to prevent HIV transmission from father to baby.
IVF babies at greater heart risk

Posted By Agencies, November 23, 2017 at 06:33pm

Congenital heart defects were found in 1.30% and 0.68% in the IVF/ICSI and spontaneous conception groups, respectively.
Is IVF the perfect solution and who is the right candidate for it?

Posted By Agencies, November 17, 2017 at 07:21pm

Infertility is a social taboo in spite of a number of treatments available in the medical industry.
Tips to choose the right IVF clinic and doctor

Posted By Dr Aniruddha Malpani, November 17, 2017 at 04:53pm

A couple trying to have a baby can become very desperate and this desperation can lead to some stupid decisions. Here's how he can avoid falling for the usual traps.
"There is a need for more IVF centres across the country" - Maharastra Health Minister Deepak Sawant

Posted By Agencies, November 01, 2017 at 11:30am

Maharastra Health Minister Deepak Sawant on Tuesday said the IVF-related treatments are emerging as a boon for women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome(PCOS).
Does the age of men matter for IVF?

Posted By Editorial Team, September 13, 2017 at 12:29pm

Yes. It does. If there is an age gap of 10 years between the man and woman's age, the probability of IVF success goes down by 63%.
Can I get pregnant with my own eggs after menopause? + other questions on IVF answered

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 01, 2017 at 03:02pm

Here is all that you need to know about IVF and late pregnancies.
Can you have a healthy baby if you opt for IVF after 50?

Posted By Debjani Arora, August 31, 2017 at 05:36pm

Read this if you are planning a late pregnancy.
Can you get pregnant if you suffer from endometriosis?

Posted By Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti, July 28, 2017 at 12:52am

You can get pregnant but read to know what options are available.
10 common myths about IVF busted!

Posted By Editorial Team, July 26, 2017 at 02:05pm

Read this if you are planning to undergo in-vitro fertilisation to get pregnant.
Can your wife get pregnant if you suffer from erectile dysfunction?

Posted By Debjani Arora, July 21, 2017 at 03:49pm

Read this to know if you can be a father to a child even with this problem.
Irregular periods: Will it affect the chances of getting pregnant through IVF?

Posted By Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti, July 20, 2017 at 06:55pm

Read to know how IVF can help you get pregnant even if you have irregular periods.
Are more eggs better in IVF?

Posted By Agencies, July 04, 2017 at 11:56am

The benefit of a greater oocyte yield decreases significantly with advancing female age.
IVF delivery depends on the age of the male partner as well

Posted By Agencies, July 04, 2017 at 10:44am

Almost 19,000 IVF treatment cycles showed a decline in the success rate with increasing male partner age.
IVF babies have same cognitive skills as naturally-born babies

Posted By Agencies, June 28, 2017 at 05:04pm

Contradicting earlier theories that babies born from artificial methods have intellectual impairment.
Women lactating without pregnancy sign of infertility: IVF experts

Posted By Agencies, June 20, 2017 at 10:26am

Women lactating without pregnancy, caused due to the increase of prolactin hormone, is a sign of infertility.
Dr Duru Shah takes charge as the president of the prestigious Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction (ISAR)

Posted By Editorial Team, May 16, 2017 at 06:19pm

Dr Shah sets her sights on making reproductive healthcare and infertility treatment available to all women, in rural and urban India.
4 things couples should know before opting for surrogacy

Posted By Naz Haider, May 12, 2017 at 03:28pm

Here a few things that a couple should know before opting for surrogacy.
What is surrogacy?

Posted By Dr Aniruddha Malpani, March 05, 2017 at 08:36pm

Karan Johar has become a father of twins through surrogacy. Here's all the information you need to have while opting for surrogacy.