Assisted Reproduction Treatments
Egg or Oocyte Freezing is an Assisted Reproduction technique that consists of freezing a woman’s eggs so that she can use them in the future when she decides to become a mother. It also allows for the preservation of fertility if she must undergo any medical treatment that may affect her eggs.
More and more women are postponing motherhood, whether for personal or professional reasons. The optimal biological age for pregnancy is from 20 to 30 years old but the current trend is for women to have their first child after the age of 35.
As time passes, a woman’s fertility significantly decreases and it not only becomes harder to achieve a pregnancy but also reduces the chance of giving birth to a healthy child.
By freezing a woman’s eggs during her most fertile stage, we avoid these issues and ensure that, in a future Assisted Reproduction treatment, she has high-quality eggs available to achieve a pregnancy and have a healthy child.
Egg Freezing is an easy, safe and painless treatment. First, eggs must be obtained. This is done through a process of ovarian stimulation, followed by the retrieval of eggs through ovarian puncture.
Once the eggs have been obtained, they are frozen using vitrification techniques. The Vitrification is a type of cellular solidification at low temperatures in a short time, without the formation of ice. To accomplish this, large quantities of cellular cryoprotectants are used to prevent the cell membranes from rupturing, which allows for a high survival rate of cells after thawing.
When the decision is made to attempt pregnancy, the eggs are thawed and then fertilised. The embryos are transferred two or three days later without the patient needing to undergo hormonal treatment.
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The main advantages of egg vitrification include fertility preservation, the possibility of planning a future pregnancy without age affecting egg quality, and the flexibility to use frozen eggs when the time is right.
The cost of egg vitrification varies depending on the clinic and country, but generally ranges from €1,000 to €3,000 per cycle. This cost includes ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and the freezing process. There are also additional costs for annual egg storage.
While there is no strictly defined age limit, egg vitrification is most effective when performed before age 35, as egg quality and quantity decline with age. Women over 38 can opt for vitrification, but should be aware that success rates may be lower.
The vitrification process itself is not painful, but ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval can cause discomfort similar to premenstrual syndrome. Most women recover quickly after the retrieval and can resume their normal activities the next day.
Vitrified eggs can remain frozen for many years without losing their viability. There is no specific time limit, giving women the flexibility to decide when they wish to use them.
If you decide not to use your vitrified eggs, you have the option to continue storing them, donate them for research or assisted reproduction for other people, or dispose of them according to local regulations and your personal preferences.
Egg vitrification does not significantly affect ovarian reserve. The ovarian stimulation used to obtain the eggs mimics the natural process of follicle selection that would develop in a regular menstrual cycle.
The best time to freeze eggs is before age 35, when egg quality and quantity are optimal. However, every woman is different, and it's recommended to consult a fertility specialist to determine the best time for your individual circumstances.
Yes, vitrified eggs can be used in an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle later. Once thawed, the eggs are fertilized in the laboratory, and the resulting embryos are transferred to the uterus to attempt pregnancy.
At Institut Marquès, we have a state-of-the-art Assisted Reproduction laboratory, specialized in the preservation of female fertility.
With our egg-freezing program, you can preserve your reproductive potential and choose the best moment to become a mother, with the peace of mind of knowing that your eggs will be safely stored with the highest guarantees.
Request your first free consultation and take the step today to protect your future fertility.
