There are many reasons why a couple is infertile. Although we tend to categorize infertility according to various causes (male factor, tubal factor, uterine anomalies, ovulatory dysfunction etc.), the truth is that most couples cannot be classified into any unique category. Instead, most couples suffer from multiple factors that are responsible for their fertility problems. Over the years, we have ...
Are IVF pregnancies dangerous for the baby?
IVF pregnancies are more 35% more likely to be born prematurely, 30% more likely to be born growth retarded and 4-times more likely to die in the first year of life. There is nothing wrong with IVF that causes these problems. It is the same underlying reason that causes the infertility to begin with, which is responsible for the placental ...
Are pregnancies in patients with infertility history different than pregnancies conceived naturally?
There are many reasons why a couple is infertile. Although we tend to categorize infertility according to various causes (male factor, tubal factor, uterine anomalies, ovulatory dysfunction etc.), the truth is that most couples cannot be classified into any unique category. Instead, most couples suffer from multiple factors that are responsible for their fertility problems. Over the years, we have ...
Are pregnancies conceived by assisted reproductive technologies (ART) high-risk pregnancies by default?
The answer is resoundingly yes. Many years ago we realized that such pregnancies suffer from serious placental pathologies that can cause all kinds of pregnancy complications. Because of this understanding, we have developed, in conjunction with the KOFINAS FERTILITY INSTITUTE, management protocols that have increased the success rates of these pregnancies and the quality of the fetuses. Despite the fact ...
Are patients with infertility more likely to have pregnancy complications?
Patients with a history of infertility (i.e. experience a difficult time conceiving) who choose to conceive with assisted reproductive technologies (ART) do traditionally experience an increased number of complications during pregnancy. Common complications include preterm delivery, fetal growth failure, and fetal losses and increased rates of fetal loss and neonatal death. These are primarily related to placental failure due to ...
Are patients with infertility more likely to have pregnancy complications?
Patients with a history of infertility (i.e. experience a difficult time conceiving) who choose to conceive with assisted reproductive technologies (ART) do traditionally experience an increased number of complications during pregnancy. Common complications include preterm delivery, fetal growth failure, and fetal losses and increased rates of fetal loss and neonatal death. These are primarily related to placental failure due to ...
