{"id":7991,"date":"2024-06-29T11:10:44","date_gmt":"2024-06-29T08:10:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/gr\/?p=7991"},"modified":"2024-06-29T11:10:44","modified_gmt":"2024-06-29T08:10:44","slug":"%cf%87%cf%81%ce%bf%ce%bd%ce%bf%ce%b4%ce%b9%ce%b1%ce%b3%cf%81%ce%b1%ce%bc%ce%bc%ce%b1-ivf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/%cf%87%cf%81%ce%bf%ce%bd%ce%bf%ce%b4%ce%b9%ce%b1%ce%b3%cf%81%ce%b1%ce%bc%ce%bc%ce%b1-ivf\/","title":{"rendered":"IVF SCHEDULE"},"content":{"rendered":"

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex and multi-layered process that helps many couples to have a child. It is important for couples considering this method to understand the timeline and the various phases of the process. Below is the IVF process from start to finish.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Initial Assessment and Preparation (2-4 Weeks)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Medical Assessment<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u2013 First meeting with the specialist: Discussion of the medical history and planning of the necessary tests.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u2013 Blood tests and ultrasounds: Evaluation of ovarian function and sperm.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Preparation and Counseling<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u2013 Diet and healthy habits: Diet and lifestyle advice.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u2013 Counseling support: Psychological support for the preparation of the couple.<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Ovarian Stimulation (10-14 Days)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Administration of Hormones<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \u2013 Hormonal therapy: Injection of gonadotropins to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.<\/span><\/p>\n

      \u2013 Follow-up with ultrasounds and blood tests: Follow-up of follicle development.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Ovulation Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \u2013 Injection of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG): Administration of the injection when the follicles are ready for egg maturation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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        Grain Collection (1 Day)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Collection Process<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \u2013 Egg retrieval: The procedure is performed under an intoxicated state and the eggs are collected from the ovaries with the help of ultrasound guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Recovery and Evaluation<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \u2013 Egg retrieval: Eggs are collected and assessed for quality.<\/span><\/p>\n

        \u2013 Semen collection: On the same day, the man's sperm is collected.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Fertilization and Embryo Cultivation (3-5 Days)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Fertilization of Ovaries<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \u2013 Classic IVF or ICSI: The sperm is placed with the eggs (IVF) or injected directly into the eggs (ICSI).<\/span><\/p>\n

          Embryo Cultivation<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \u2013 Embryo development: Fertilized eggs are cultured in a laboratory for 3-5 days until they reach the blastocyst stage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Embryo Transfer (1 Day)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Embryo Transfer<\/strong><\/p>\n

            \u2013 Selection of the best embryos: The embryos are evaluated and the best ones are selected for transfer to the uterus.<\/span><\/p>\n

            \u2013 Embryo transfer: The procedure is painless and takes a few minutes, without anesthesia.<\/span><\/p>\n

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              Waiting and Pregnancy Control (2 Weeks)<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Waiting Period<\/strong><\/p>\n

              \u2013 12-14 day waiting period: The couple waits to see if the embryo has implanted in the uterus.<\/span><\/p>\n

              Pregnancy test<\/strong><\/p>\n

              \u2013 Pregnancy test: A blood test is done to confirm pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                If the Pregnancy Is Successful<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Monitoring<\/strong><\/p>\n

                \u2013 Continuous monitoring: The doctor monitors the pregnancy with regular ultrasounds and blood tests.<\/span><\/p>\n

                If Pregnancy Is Not Successful<\/span><\/h2>\n

                \u2013 Review and planning: Discussion with the doctor about next steps and possible process improvements.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n

                The IVF process is complex and requires patience and attention at every step. From the initial assessment and preparation to the embryo transfer and waiting for the pregnancy test, each phase is critical to the success of the endeavour. For more information and personalized advice, do not hesitate to contact our practice. We are here to support you every step of the way and help you achieve your dream of becoming parents.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex and multi-layered process that helps many couples to have a child. It is important for couples considering this method to understand the timeline and the various phases of the process. Below is the IVF process from start to finish. Initial Assessment and Preparation (2-4 Weeks) Medical Assessment \u2013 First meeting with specialist: Discussion of medical history and planning of necessary tests. \u2013 Blood tests and ultrasounds: Evaluation of ovarian function and sperm. Preparation and Counseling \u2013 Nutrition and healthy habits: Tips for [\u2026]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":7990,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[394],"tags":[525,455,533,534,535,304,463,403,464,350],"class_list":["post-7991","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-394","tag-ivfjourney","tag-ivf","tag-ivfgreece","tag-ivfpregnancy","tag-kentro_anaparagogikis_iatrikis","tag-304","tag-463","tag-403","tag-464","tag-350"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7991","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7991"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7991\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7990"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7991"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7991"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dralexandrostraianos.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7991"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}