EmbryoScope: continuous monitoring of embryos
EmbryoScope: continuous monitoring of embryos
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New at the clinic: EmbryoScope+
Thanks to monitoring under the EmbryoScope, we can identify the best quality embryos, which we then use for transfer. Embryos are continuously monitored by a camera that automatically scans individual embryos, without the need for risky manipulation during the entire culture process up to embryo transfer.
Our new EmbryoScope+ is equipped with a KIDScore module designed to support the embryologist's decision when choosing embryos suitable for transfer and vitrification. The system assigns scores to embryos based on their statistical viability. A number of criteria are considered to determine the score.
We have a total of 3 Embryoscopes at the clinic, so we can meet the high demand of all our patients. All our EmbryoScopes newly provide a mixed atmosphere. As a result, culture conditions even more closely approximate the environment in a woman's uterus.
Comparison of conventional and continuous monitoring in IVF:
Standard monitoring
- The doctor pulls the embryos out of the incubator at certain time intervals and evaluates their development under the microscope.
- He/she then returns them to the incubator.
Continuous monitoring
- The microscope scans the embryo continuously.
- The microscope is placed directly in the incubator, so there is no need to move the embryo.
- Stable environment for embryo development.
- Less risk of an accident and contamination.
Advantages of continuous monitoring
- The embryos remain in a stable environment ensuring “undisturbed development“.
- The microscope scans the embryo 24 hours a day.
- Data from the microscope is processed by a computer, where the embryologist has complete documentation and can reverse engineer embryo development.
- This makes it possible to detect errors in cell division.
- Doctors can then better select the best quality embryos for transfer to the uterus and freezing.
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Other laboratory methods
ICSI
ICSI is the injection of sperm directly into an egg. This significantly increases the chance of fertilisation.
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PESA/MESA/TESE
In the absence of live sperm in the ejaculate, there is the possibility of obtaining sperm surgically from the epididymis (PESA or MESA) or testis (TESE).
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EmbryoGen / BlastGen
EmbryoGen and BlastGen are sequential culture media meticulously engineered to closely emulate the natural developmental progression of embryos.
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Assisted hatching
This method is used to disrupt the protective envelope (outer shell) of the embryo in order to make it easier to implant (nest) in the uterus.
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PGT
Testing the genetic makeup of embryos before transfer to the uterus reduces the risk of birth defects.
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IVF with egg donation
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IVF using donor embryos
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IVF using donor sperm
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IVF using own eggs
We recommend IVF if the couple cannot conceive naturally.
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