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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the side effects of administering hormones of induce ovulation?

Principally there are two: the risk of multiple pregnancy and ovarian hyperstimulation. Nowadays, ultrasound monitoring and the reduction in the number of embryos transferred mean that these side effects only occur in very few cases.

Is the risk of genetic abnormalities increased with assisted reproduction techniques?

The risk of genetic abnormalities is the same as for any pregnancy, around 2-3%.

What tests are carried out in order to find out the cause of the sterility?

In the woman, a study is done to see if ovulation occurs. This involves analysis of hormones (in blood), an ultrasound scan and monitoring of basal body temperature. A hysterosalpingogram is also performed, which is a radiological study of the fallopian tubes to see if they are permeable and allow the sperm in. In the man, a semen analysis is done in which the semen are studied. In some cases, a post-coital test (PCT) is done in order to find out how the sperm behave in the woman's cervical mucus at the time of ovulation.

What are the most common causes of sterility?

In 40% the cause is female, in another 40% the causes are of male origin and in 20%, the origin is mixed.

When is the best time in the cycle to achieve pregnancy?

The best time is when ovulation takes place, that is, just in the middle of the female cycle, and 1-2 days before. A couple with no fertility problems with an average age of 28, who have regular sexual relations, have a 25% chance of conceiving every month.

What are sterility and infertility?

In the woman, a study is done to see if ovulation occurs. This involves analysis of hormones (in blood), an ultrasound scan and monitoring of basal body temperature. A hysterosalpingogram is also performed, which is a radiological study of the fallopian tubes to see if they are permeable and allow the sperm in. In the man, a semen analysis is done in which the semen are studied. In some cases, a post-coital test (PCT) is done in order to find out how the sperm behave in the woman's cervical mucus at the time of ovulation.