Frozen embryo transfer ( FET ) or Fresh? | Infertility TV

Should you be doing a frozen embryo transfer ( FET )? Dr Randy Morris | The BOARD CERTIFIED Fertility Expert |Weekly TTC tips on InfertilityTV: IVF Embryo Transfer-Fresh or Frozen?



There are two options for transferring embryos during IVF.



During a FRESH TRANSFER, the embryos are placed in the uterus within 5 days of the egg retrieval without being frozen.



The embryo transfer can be deferred until a later time, however, by freezing the embryos. (FROZEN TRANSFER or #FET )



There are several advantages to a deferred transfer.

Most importantly, studies now show that the chance that the embryos will implant into the uterine lining is improved by waiting until a later time.

Second, deferred transfer helps avoid a serious complication of IVF treatment called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.



Third, deferring transfer allows genetic testing of the embryos to be performed with improves the chance for pregnancy and reduces the risk for miscarriage.



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