After the fertilization process is performed in in vitro fertilization treatment, the embryo transfer process is usually done 3 days later, although it takes 2 to 5 days. At this stage of the treatment, after fertilization is achieved, a number of embryos determined by the doctor and embryologists are placed in the uterus of the expectant mother. This process is called embryo transfer.
When embryo transfer is performed, the woman's age, previous in vitro fertilization attempts, egg and sperm quality, and the number and quality of embryos are taken into consideration. The cervix and its angle must be straight and the urinary bladder must be full so that the procedure can be performed more easily. For this, at least one hour before the procedure, the nurse should inform you that you should drink approximately 3 liters of water and not go to the toilet.
While the embryo transfer is performed, the patient is prepared in the gynecological examination position. The embryologist brings the embryos to be transferred from the laboratory in a catheter prepared for the procedure. The doctor places these embryos in the uterus of the expectant mother under ultrasound guidance. Since this Transfer is not a procedure that causes pain or discomfort, anesthesia is not required and it is a short procedure that takes 5 to 10 minutes. For this reason, the patient can be discharged after being kept at rest for one or two hours after the transfer.
The patient is advised not to do heavy work and is advised to continue his normal life. 12 days after the embryo transfer, the patient has a blood pregnancy test (BHCG). If the test gives a positive result, the test is performed again on the 14th day. After the pregnancy is confirmed, the patient is called for a follow-up examination. The gestational sac formed in the uterus is detected by ultrasonography, and the baby's heartbeat is listened to at approximately 8 weeks and the patient is taken into normal pregnancy follow-up.
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