Fertility preservation

Fertility preservation provides options for individuals or couples who wish to protect their reproductive potential for the future. It may be considered for personal reasons, before certain medical treatments, or when age, ovarian reserve, or other circumstances may affect future fertility.

The process begins with an individualized fertility assessment to understand reproductive health, ovarian reserve, medical history, and future family-building goals. Based on these findings, appropriate fertility-preservation options can be discussed, including egg freezing, sperm freezing, or embryo freezing when suitable.

For women considering egg freezing, treatment typically involves ovarian stimulation and monitoring followed by egg retrieval. Mature eggs are then frozen and stored for potential future use. The timing and treatment approach are tailored to the individual's circumstances and reproductive plans.

Fertility preservation does not guarantee a future pregnancy, but it can provide additional reproductive options. Careful counselling helps patients understand the process, expected outcomes, limitations, and available choices so they can make an informed decision about their future fertility.