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It refers to
implanting the embryo into the lining of the womb
(uterus).
Does the
"IMPLANTATION"
harm the embryo?
NO -
It has already been extensively
tested.
What is the
advantage of the "EMBRYO
IMPLANTATION"?
Patients will
actually see the process on video monitor.
It will guarantee that the embryo will
NOT fall out of the uterus,
AND that it will not fall into the
fallopian tube causing tubal pregnancy. It
will eliminate tubal pregnancies from the
IVF procedures. Post embryo implantation, the woman
does NOT need to stay in bed for 2 days.
What is
the disadvantage(s) of this
procedure?
Possible scratching
of the lining of the uterus so that pregnancy may
not ensue.
Who is a
candidate for this
procedure?
Any patient
undergoing IVF, specially patients with previously
failed standard embryo transfers, patients with
ectopic pregnancies and tubal disease.
How is
it done?
It is done in an
office setting using a special fiberoptic scope and
camera plus a special tubing with a needlepoint,
and it takes approximately two minutes to
perform.
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