Preimplantation genetic testing is done to identify genetic defects within embryos created by in vitro fertilization (IVF). Also called preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), this form of testing is used to prevent diseases that can be passed on to the child. Leading IVF fertility treatment center...
Around 7.3 million Americans (12% of the teen and adult population) are infertile, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While infertility can take a huge toll on your mental health, fertility treatments have improved greatly over the last four decades. Science...
For 1 in 10 couples in America, infertility is a frustrating problem, and pregnancy is often an elusive dream. However, the sooner a couple seeks treatment at a fertility center, the better the chances of becoming pregnant. Women over 40 are at increased risk for...
Infertility in WomenApproximately 10% of all women of reproductive age have trouble getting pregnant or maintaining a pregnancy. Female infertility contributes to around 33% of all cases. Thanks to modern technology and advances in medical diagnostics, couples now have options for conception.What are the risk...
Many women who have undergone tubal ligation in the past find themselves wanting another child s time passes. There are two ways a woman can get pregnant after tubal ligation – Tubal reversal surgery and In Vitro Fertilization (or IVF) at Los Angeles. If you...
As you struggle to conceive, it’s easy to get stuck in the cycle of anxiety and disappointment, pushing you further and further away from your dream of being a parent. Seeking an infertility treatment consultation can easily become one of those things that you keep...
To seek help at a fertility clinic is no small decision for a couple. The choice of the clinic is often guided by success rates, the fertility specialists’ team, infrastructure and the quality of care provided ta the clinic. Pacific Reproductive Center’s fertility clinic at...
In Vitro Fertilization or IVF is one of the most popular and successful fertility treatments. Despite the fact that IVF has been around for years, many myths surround IVF. Fertility doctors at Los Angeles and Irvine’s Pacific Reproductive Center explain the truth about many myths...
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a treatment option for couples who struggle with fertility. This procedure involves combining sperm and eggs in a laboratory. Resulting embryos are then transferred to the woman’s uterus, so the baby can be delivered. IVF is the most common form...
Infertility in MenInfertility is the medical term for a couple’s inability to become pregnant after one year of sexual intercourse. Based on current statistics, around 15% of couples in the U.S. and Europe have problems with conception. Fertility depends upon several factors, for both the...