PGT-A Genetic Testing in IVF: Who Really Needs It?
PGT-A genetic testing in IVF checks a few cells from each embryo for an abnormal number of chromosomes before transfer. It can reduce miscarriage risk and the number of failed transfers, mainly for women over 35 or with repeated losses. It does not improve the overall chance of a baby for everyone, so it is not routinely recommended.
Failed IVF: Next Steps After an Unsuccessful Cycle
After a failed IVF cycle, the next steps are to rest and recover, then have a structured review with your doctor: how your ovaries responded, egg and embryo quality, the transfer, and the uterus. Most failures are due to embryo chromosomal problems, but a review can reveal changes that improve the next attempt.
IVF for Severe Infertility: Low AMH, Poor Response, Male Factor
IVF for severe infertility means tailoring treatment to the specific problem. Poor responders and women with low AMH may need individualised stimulation and embryo banking over several cycles. Severe male factor is treated with ICSI, and sometimes surgical sperm retrieval. Success is lower than average, so honest counselling and realistic goals matter.