What are the contraindications of IVF?

The specialist doctor must ensure that there are no contraindications before enrolling a couple in an IVF program. Assisted reproductive techniques allow overcoming the most complex forms of infertility. However, in some cases, the procedure is not possible due to the high risk to the mother's health or the impossibility of carrying a pregnancy to term.

In this case, alternative methods such as surrogacy and adoption may be proposed. For egg or sperm donation, a specific medical program must be established to stabilize the patient's condition before starting an IVF program if there are contraindications.

Thanks to in vitro fertilization, it is now possible to address infertility related to:

• menstrual and ovulation disorders
• problems with the patency of the fallopian tubes;
• endometriosis;
• depletion of ovarian reserve;
• male infertility factors (alteration of spermatogenesis, poor sperm quality, etc.)

However, there are contraindications that may prevent pregnancy or negatively affect the health of the mother and fetus. Some of these are temporary and can be resolved with appropriate treatment. For example, acute inflammatory processes, hormonal failures, or benign neoplasms can be corrected, after which the woman can enter an IVF program.

Main Contraindications

1. Somatic and psychiatric diseases contraindicating pregnancy and childbirth.
2. Acute inflammatory processes in the body, regardless of their location.
3. Congenital anomalies of the internal genital organs making pregnancy impossible.
4. Acquired malformations of the uterine cavity or absence of uterus that prevent embryo implantation and pregnancy.
5. Benign tumors that distort the uterine cavity and require surgical treatment.
6. Malignant tumors - IVF is contraindicated in aggressive forms of cancer, such as breast, ovarian, cervical cancer, or leukemia, as pregnancy may worsen the course of the disease. However, in the case of successful treatment and sustained remission, the reproductive doctor may consider IVF, including the use of cryopreserved eggs and donor programs. In this case, it is possible to obtain eggs for cryopreservation to preserve fertility and then proceed with IVF using donor eggs.

Specialist Advice

The indications and contraindications for IVF can be clarified during a consultation with a specialist doctor. To make an appointment at the "Natuvitro" clinic, please use the appointment form in the "Contacts" section. In some cases, an additional consultation with an oncologist, endocrinologist, or other specialists may be necessary for a comprehensive assessment of health status before treatment.