Overview of the procedure:

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an advanced fertility treatment where eggs are retrieved and fertilized with sperm in laboratory conditions. The resulting embryos are then transferred to the uterus. The process includes hormone stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilization, and embryo transfer.

What are the Benefits and risks?

Benefits

• High success rates
• Genetic testing options
• Treatment for various infertility causes
• Option for fertility preservation

Risks

• Multiple pregnancy 
• Ovarian hyperstimulation 
• Emotional stress 
• Procedure discomfort 
• No guarantee of success 

Estimated Cost?

$12,000 - $15,000 per cycle

Expected recovery time?

2 weeks post-retrieval, 2 weeks post-transfer