In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is one of the most advanced and effective fertility treatments, helping couples overcome infertility challenges and achieve pregnancy. IVF involves retrieving eggs from the ovaries, fertilizing them with sperm in a controlled laboratory setting, and transferring the healthiest embryos into the uterus.

If you have been struggling to conceive, Dr. Sravya Buggana offers personalized IVF treatments to help you on your journey to parenthood.

Who Can Benefit from IVF?

IVF is recommended for individuals and couples facing:

• Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes preventing natural conception.
• Severe male infertility (low sperm count, poor motility, or abnormal sperm shape).
• Unexplained infertility after multiple failed attempts to conceive.
• Endometriosis affecting egg quality and implantation.
• Ovulation disorders (PCOS or irregular ovulation).
• Recurrent pregnancy loss (multiple miscarriages).
• Genetic disorders requiring embryo screening before implantation.

How Does IVF Work?

Dr. Sravya Buggana follows a step-by-step, customized approach to ensure the best chances of success with IVF.

1. Ovarian Stimulation

• Hormonal injections stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs.
• Regular ultrasound scans and blood tests monitor follicle growth.

2. Egg Retrieval (Oocyte Retrieval)

• Once the eggs are mature, a minor surgical procedure is performed under sedation to collect them.

3. Sperm Collection & Fertilization

• A semen sample is collected from the partner or a donor.
• The healthiest sperm are selected and fertilized with the eggs in the lab using:
  ✔ Conventional IVF – Sperm and egg are combined naturally.
  ✔ Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) – A single sperm is injected directly into an egg (for severe male infertility).

4. Embryo Culture & Selection

• Fertilized embryos are monitored for quality and growth.
• Advanced embryo grading and genetic testing (PGT) may be performed to select the best embryo.

5. Embryo Transfer

• The healthiest embryo is carefully placed into the uterus using a thin catheter.
• This is a painless procedure performed without anesthesia.

6. Pregnancy Testing & Follow-up

• A pregnancy test is done after 10-14 days to confirm implantation success.
• Regular check-ups are conducted to support early pregnancy.

Why Choose IVF?

✔ High success rates, especially for women under 35.
✔ Best option for severe infertility cases (blocked tubes, male factor infertility, etc.).
✔ Opportunity for embryo freezing (Cryopreservation) for future pregnancies.
✔ Can be combined with genetic screening (PGT-A/PGT-M) to prevent hereditary conditions.

Success Rates of IVF

IVF success depends on age, egg quality, sperm health, and underlying fertility issues. On average:

• 50-60% success rate per cycle in younger women.
• Improved outcomes with multiple cycles or additional fertility treatments.

Lifestyle Tips to Improve IVF Success

✔ Eat a fertility-friendly diet rich in protein, antioxidants, and healthy fats.
✔ Maintain a healthy weight to optimize hormonal balance.
✔ Reduce stress through yoga, meditation, and relaxation techniques.
✔ Avoid smoking, alcohol, and excessive caffeine consumption.