Elective Oocyte (Egg) Freezing
Egg freezing treatment involves a process that is similar to IVF, except that shortly after the time of retrieval, the eggs are vitrified (frozen) rather than fertilized. Like IVF, chances of pregnancy using frozen eggs are largely dependent on the age of the patient at the time of egg freezing. Some patients undergoing IVF treatment with excess eggs, who do not wish to freeze embryos for ethical or religious considerations, may vitrify the eggs for potential use in future IVF fertility treatment. This option should be discussed with your physician prior to IVF treatment.