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In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is a sophisticated assisted reproductive technology (ART) that provides hope to individuals or couples facing infertility. The process involves retrieving mature eggs from a woman’s ovaries, fertilising them with sperm in a laboratory, and then transferring the resulting embryos back into the uterus. IVF can help with a variety of fertility challenges, including blocked fallopian tubes, low sperm count, ovulation disorders, and unexplained infertility.
While IVF can be physically and emotionally demanding, it offers hope for many individuals and couples looking to build their families. Choosing the right IVF specialist is crucial for maximising success and ensuring personalised care throughout the journey. IVF is a highly individualised process that requires an expert understanding of reproductive health, advanced technologies, and patient-specific needs. A skilled fertility specialist can optimise treatment protocols, address underlying issues, and guide you through any challenges that arise.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Rachael Knight has a proven track record in creating personalised IVF treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. Combining clinical expertise with compassionate support, Dr. Knight ensures that every IVF journey is as positive and successful as possible.
Many individuals exploring IVF have common questions about the process, costs, success rates, and potential risks, answering these FAQs can help clarify concerns and provide a better understanding of the journey ahead.
Yes, IVF babies can be delivered vaginally (naturally), just like babies conceived through natural means. However, the mode of delivery depends on various factors, including the health of the mother and baby, any pregnancy complications, or issues arising during labour. IVF babies have a small increased risk of being delivered by caesarean section, however your obstetrician will determine the need for this.
It is possible to conceive naturally after an IVF cycle, especially if the underlying fertility issues that required IVF treatment have resolved or improved. A few women will conceive naturally after undergoing IVF treatment, and the body may resume normal reproductive function afterward. This largely depends on their age, the cause of infertility and other health conditions.
IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) and IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) are two different assisted reproductive techniques used to help couples conceive. IUI is a simpler, less invasive procedure where washed sperm is directly inserted into a woman’s uterus around the time of ovulation, often used for mild infertility cases, unexplained infertility, or when using donor sperm. It is less costly and has an average success rate of 10-15% per cycle. IVF, on the other hand, is more complex and involves stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, retrieving these eggs, fertilising them with sperm in a laboratory, and then transferring the resulting embryos into the uterus at the perfect time. IVF is recommended for severe infertility cases, such as blocked fallopian tubes or low sperm count, with a higher success rate of 30-50% per cycle but at a significantly higher cost and complexity.
ICSI differs from traditional IVF in the way fertilisation occurs. In conventional IVF, eggs are surrounded by motile sperm in a dish, allowing fertilisation to happen naturally. In ICSI, a single sperm is directly injected into the egg, bypassing natural fertilisation. ICSI is particularly beneficial when male infertility factors, such as low sperm count or abnormal sperm shape, make it difficult for sperm to fertilise the egg on their own.
Medicare rebates are available for eligible patients. Our team will help determine if Medicare will allow a rebate for your appointment.
We offer comprehensive fertility solutions, including personalized IVF treatments, fertility assessments, egg and sperm freezing, and ongoing support to guide you through every step of your reproductive journey.
