The issue of infertility remains relevant for many couples today. Often, pregnancy does not occur even with regular planning, and the results of basic examinations do not show an obvious cause. In such situations, couples begin to seek additional treatment options and consider assisted reproductive technology options. One of them is the possibility of undergoing IVF in Kyiv, where fertilization occurs in laboratory conditions with subsequent transfer of the embryo into the uterine cavity.
Modern diagnostics allow for a more accurate determination of the cause of infertility, and treatment protocols are tailored to individual indicators. This enables working with various clinical situations and planning treatment in stages.
How reproductive medicine opportunities have changed
A few years ago, IVF programs were primarily used in complex cases of infertility. Diagnostics were less accurate, and protocol selection often relied on standard schemes. This affected the number of attempts and the duration of treatment.
Today, the approach has changed. Modern reproductive technologies allow:
to more accurately determine the cause of infertility;
to assess ovarian reserve before starting treatment;
to select an individual stimulation protocol;
to monitor embryo development in the laboratory;
to use cryopreservation of embryos;
to perform transfers in the most favorable cycle;
to apply ICSI in cases of male factor infertility.
This allows for planning treatment in stages and adapting the program to the clinical situation.
“Modern IVF programs allow for consideration of individual medical factors and adjustment of treatment tactics based on the results of each stage”, – note the specialists at the “Mother and Child” Medical Center.
IVF as one of the key methods of treating infertility
IVF is a method in which the egg is fertilized in the laboratory, after which the embryo is transferred to the uterus. This allows bypassing factors that complicate natural conception.
The method is applied in the following indications:
blockage of the fallopian tubes;
male factor infertility;
endometriosis;
reduced ovarian reserve;
age-related fertility decline;
unexplained infertility;
ineffectiveness of other treatment methods.
IVF allows for controlling the fertilization process and selecting the optimal tactics based on medical indicators.
When a doctor recommends an IVF program
The decision to conduct the program is made after diagnostics. IVF is most often recommended in cases of:
Absence of pregnancy after a year of planning.
Disruption of fallopian tube patency.
Significant male factor.
Reduced ovarian reserve.
Unexplained infertility.
Ineffectiveness of insemination or ovulation stimulation.
“IVF allows for addressing various causes of infertility and selecting an individual treatment protocol”, – note the specialists at the “Mother and Child” Medical Center.
Stages of the procedure
The IVF program includes several stages:
On average, the program lasts 2-3 weeks.
Factors affecting the outcome
The probability of pregnancy depends on several factors:
the age of the woman;
ovarian reserve;
quality of the eggs;
semen parameters;
condition of the endometrium;
cause of infertility.
Estimated effectiveness indicators for one cycle:
up to 45-50% – under 35 years;
about 30-40% – at 35-38 years;
15-25% – after 40 years.
The overall effectiveness can be up to 85% for successful IVF programs depending on age and the chosen program.
Individualization of treatment protocols
Modern IVF programs involve an individualized approach. When selecting a protocol, the following are taken into account:
the age of the patient;
hormonal profile;
ovarian reserve;
medical history;
previous attempts;
male factor.
The following may be applied:
short protocol;
long protocol;
soft stimulation;
natural cycle;
ICSI;
cryoprotocol.
The choice of a specific method is based on a comprehensive analysis of the couple's health status. This allows for achieving the safest and most effective outcome – the birth of a healthy child.
Practical approach of the “Mother and Child” Medical Center
The “Mother and Child” Medical Center has been operating since 2007. During this time, over 23,100 children have been born with the help of the center's specialists. The success rates reach up to 85% for IVF programs depending on age and the chosen program.
Today, the center is one of the contracted facilities of the National Health Service of Ukraine (NHSU), allowing patients to receive infertility treatment services under the state medical guarantee program. The center is the owner of the Ukrainian People's Award for 2025.
The laboratory uses the RI Witness system — a technology for identifying biomaterial at all stages of treatment. It allows for monitoring work with embryos and cells.
“Control of biomaterial at each stage is an important part of IVF programs,” note the specialists at the “Mother and Child” Medical Center.
The center also implements the social project “The Stork Will Arrive,” aimed at expanding access to infertility treatment.
Conclusion: how to increase the chances of a successful pregnancy
To enhance the effectiveness of IVF, it is important to:
Modern reproductive technologies allow for addressing various causes of infertility and planning treatment in stages, taking into account individual medical factors.
