Laser Assisted Hatching At Apollo Fertility
Are you considering laser assisted hatching as part of your in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment? It always enhances the chances of successful implantation by creating a small opening in the zona pellucida, the embryo's protective shell.
IVF provides a pathway to pregnancy, but some embryos may struggle to implant effectively. Laser assisted hatching procedure can facilitate this critical step and improve the likelihood of a successful pregnancy.
At Apollo Fertility, our experienced specialists are dedicated to guiding you through this innovative procedure and offering comprehensive support throughout your fertility treatment.
What is Laser Hatching in IVF?
Laser assisted hatching refers to an advanced technology used with the IVF treatment to increase the rate of successful embryo implantation. An IVF procedure may produce several embryos during the fertilisation process.
A few couples choose to cryopreserve their embryos that are not transferred to the uterus during a particular cycle so that they can use them later. This preservation process usually involves a sequence of freezing and thawing, which could affect the natural process of blastocyst hatching adversely. Laser assisted hatching loosens a blastocyst within its outer shell and enables it to implant successfully onto the uterine lining.
Who Needs Laser Assisted Hatching?
Every time you undergo IVF does not mean our experts will recommend laser assisted hatching. At Apollo Fertility, our experts believe that this procedure might bring successful pregnancy in only certain couples. Only our experts can determine if the laser-assisted hatching procedure can help you after analysing all your medical records and infertility history.
Generally, laser-assisted hatching success rates are higher in the following conditions:
- If you have experienced one or more failed IVF cycles.
- If you have increased FSH level
- If the quality of your embryo is poor.
- If you are 38 years or older
Steps Associated with Laser-Assisted Hatching
The laser assisted hatching procedure at Apollo Fertility is simple and straightforward. Here is an overview of the two-step process which enables the retrieval of cryopreserved embryos:
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Light Pulsing
The laser hatching process is performed for every embryo individually. Initially, the embryo is framed by a circle of light. This usually indicates the circumference around which the laser will beam. Then, the same laser begins pulsing a portion of the circumference to dissolve a particular part of the embryonic shell. Our experts at Apollo Fertility perform the procedure delicately to ensure that the heat from the laser does not transfer to the cells of the embryo.
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Implantation
Our embryologist at Apollo Fertility will identify up to two embryos to place them inside the uterus. The implantation process begins after embryo transfer, where the selected embryos are placed into the uterus. Over the next few days, the embryo attaches to the uterine lining, which allows for nutrient exchange and establishes a connection with the maternal blood supply.
Why Choose Laser-Assisted Hatching?
Laser assisted hatching enables the blastocyst to thaw quickly without compromising on its integrity. This improves a person’s chances of getting pregnant. Other relevant benefits of the procedure include:
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Implantation Potential
Laser hatching always produces better-quality blastocysts than traditional thawing methods. At Apollo Fertility, we strive to optimise your odds of conception in every IVF cycle. So, our experts recommend assisted hatching as an efficient tool to stimulate the implantation process.
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Cryopreservation of Embryos
Cryopreservation is an ultramodern technique for preserving embryos for up to a decade. However, the success of the embryo freezing process depends on how well the embryos are thawed. Sometimes, the shell housing an embryo may be impaired if it is not handled well. Laser assisted hatching can micro-manipulate the embryo so that you get the best possible outcomes with cryopreservation.
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Suitable for Certain Patient Groups
Laser assisted hatching is a beneficial treatment option for women over 37 years old or those who are already undergoing their third IVF cycle. Patients with thick shell embryos and previous failed IVF attempts may also benefit from the same procedure.
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Good for Frozen Embryos
Embryo freezing becomes harder when they thaw. Therefore, this particular method can help the embryos grow by creating some holes through which they can hatch successfully. This further increases the chances of a successful pregnancy.
Risks of Laser Assisted Hatching Treatment in IVF
Laser assisted hatching is not without risks which are about the same as those of other IVF treatment methods. This particular method usually gets in the way of the natural hatching process of the embryo. That is why it comes with some small set of risks, such as:
- A chance of the egg being killed before or after the transfer, which would mean no pregnancy.
- A few embryos may still not be able to hatch properly after the laser hatching treatment with IVF.
- There is a chance of a higher-risk pregnancy with laser assisted hatching. Please note that it happens only a little less than 1% of the time.
- The laser assisted hatching could also lead to more than one pregnancy which may increase health complications.
Why Choose Apollo Fertility for Laser Assisted Hatching?
Laser assisted hatching increases the chances of pregnancy with successful embryo implantation. If you are facing IVF failure, you increase your chances of achieving success through assisted hatching. All you need to do is have a discussion with our team of fertility doctors at Apollo Fertility to make the right decision.
The best part is that we offer the most affordable laser-assisted hatching cost, India, to increase the chances of pregnancy, implantation, and birth rates. Our combination of IVF and laser hatching techniques has resulted in significant success in older couples and other related cases. So, if you want to increase the chances of your pregnancy with cryopreserved embryos, consider visiting Apollo Facility now or book an online consultation today.
FAQs
- What is the success rate of laser hatching IVF?
The success rate of laser-assisted hatching in IVF varies. Studies suggest it may slightly improve clinical pregnancy rates, particularly for women with previous IVF failures or thicker zona pellucida. However, data quality is often low, and results can differ based on individual circumstances and clinic expertise.
- What does assisted hatching mean in IVF?
Assisted hatching in IVF refers to a laboratory technique that creates a small opening in the zona pellucida, the embryo's protective shell. This process aims to facilitate the embryo's ability to hatch and implant into the uterine lining and increase the chances of successful pregnancy.
- What is the cost of laser assisted hatching in India?
The laser-assisted hatching cost in India can range from ₹10,000 to ₹30,000 per cycle. However, the actual cost depends on the fertility clinic and specific treatment protocols. Prices may also vary based on additional services included in the IVF package.
- What is the difference between hatching and incubation?
Hatching refers to the natural process where an embryo breaks free from its zona pellucida to implant into the uterus. Incubation, however, is the controlled environment provided for embryos to develop after fertilization. Both processes are critical for successful implantation and pregnancy.
