Uterine fibroids are one of the common gynecological diseases. Some female friends suffer from uterine fibroids. However, for in vitro fertilization patients, a good uterine environment is the foundation for successful reproduction. Can uterine fibroids cause test tube failure? What is the impact? Let's learn about it with the editor today.

What is the effect of uterine fibroids on test tubes?

1、 The impact of uterine fibroids on female fertility mainly depends on the location, size, morphology, and growth rate of the fibroids. However, uterine fibroids in certain locations can reduce the probability of normal pregnancy in women and even lead to infertility. Even if pregnant naturally, miscarriage may occur due to the implantation position of the fetus and insufficient blood supply in the later stages. If there is not even a chance of pregnancy, it can be considered whether the fibroids have blocked the fallopian tubes, causing the eggs to be unable to be expelled and combine with sperm.

2、 Do uterine fibroids need treatment before pregnancy? Generally, women with uterine fibroids causing infertility will go to the hospital to check for the cause of infertility. The doctor will determine the appropriate treatment plan based on the examination results and decide whether to treat uterine fibroids first, as some uterine fibroids do not affect the growth and development of the fetus. As long as the fetus is successfully implanted in the appropriate position, it also depends on the size, shape, and growth rate of the fibroids. Of course, natural conception at this stage may not guarantee the implantation position of the fetus. Once the position is affected, the later development of the fetus will be affected. Therefore, assisted reproductive surgery in vitro fertilization may be necessary to assist in pregnancy at this time.

3、 The effect of uterine fibroids on in vitro fertilization. If uterine fibroids grow under the mucosa, compress the endometrium, or form uterine cavity masses, it will affect the growth of the transplanted embryo and should be surgically removed. If the fibroid deviates from the serosa (outward) or grows within the muscular layer without affecting the endometrium, then IVF has no direct impact. If the uterine fibroid is larger than 4cm, it belongs to a larger fibroid and is prone to compression symptoms such as frequent urination, constipation, pain, and sometimes degeneration. The blood circulation of endometrial tissue near fibroids may be affected, affecting embryo implantation and the pregnancy outcome of in vitro fertilization.

How long can I do in vitro fertilization after surgery for uterine fibroids?

If the surgery almost does not damage the integrity of the uterine wall, patients can start taking test tubes 3 months after the surgery;

2. If there is no significant loss of the uterine wall during the surgery and it does not enter the uterine cavity, the patient can start using test tubes for contraception for six months or more after the surgery;

If there are a large number of fibroids and multiple uterine incisions, which are difficult to remove during the surgery or enter the uterine cavity, it is recommended to use contraception for at least one year or even two years and have a test tube;

4. If the patient is older and has poor ovarian function, it can be considered to take the egg first, combine it with sperm to form an embryo, then cryopreservation, then remove the fibroid, and transplant the frozen embryo after recovery.