Polycistic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) can compromise fertility, leading to concerns about the success of assisted reproduction
Polycistic ovary syndrome (sop) is a condition that affects many women and can bring concerns about fertility. Therefore, it is common for patients to seek assisted reproduction when they want to get pregnant. However, first it is necessary to understand the effectiveness of the procedure.
What is sop?
Sop is a common hormonal disorder that causes a hormonal imbalance, with small follicles on the outskirts of the ovaries. This condition can involve irregular menstrual cycles, excessive male hormones (androgenic) and difficulty ovulating regularly, which can make conception difficult.
According to Marcelo Marinho, medical director of the Human Reproduction Center of Fertipraxis, patients can be without ovulating and therefore without menstruation for consecutive months.
Can I get pregnant with assisted reproduction?
Yes, many women with PCO can remain pregnant through assisted reproduction techniques. The expert indicates some of the most effective options:
Ovulation induction for programmed coitus
With medicines that stimulate follicular growth and ovulation, helping ovaries in this sense. In the early stages of treatment, ovarian stimulation patterns are used more simply. The main objective is ideally having 1 dominant follicle and therefore 1 ovulation.
Of course, for this reason it is necessary that the integrity of the pipes has been studied and at least 1 of them is in good condition. In addition, the partner must also have a seed in good condition.
Intrauterine insemination (iiu)
This technique involves the positioning of specifically prepared spermatozoa and in good condition directly in the uterus, increasing the possibilities of fertilization during the ovulatory cycle. This procedure should occur at the appropriate time, exactly in the fertile period of the patient.
In vitro fertilization (IVF) / entertainment entertainment of sperm (ICSI)
Usually, this technique is used when the previous passages have not succeeded, following the individualized conduction by the doctor. Fertilization occurs outside the body, in the laboratory of a reproduction clinic, in which the eggs are fertilized by the sperm, accompanied at the beginning of their existence and then transferred to the uterus.
This technique has frequent recommendations for women with PCOs who do not respond well to other treatments, says the doctor.
How to stimulate fertility
Although sop can make the regular egg difficult, some measures can help increase the possibilities of being pregnant, in particular as regards changes in lifestyle. In this sense, Marcelo indicates:
- Diet and exercise, since maintaining a healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular exercises can help regulate the menstrual cycle and improve ovulation;
- The reduction of stress, since stress reduction techniques can also be useful.
Success of assisted reproduction
“Studies indicate that women with sops have good successful pregnancy rates with the lighter stimulation techniques of the ovaries for programmed coitus, when personalized strategies are used to stimulate ovulation and prepare the endometrium to the system,” says the doctor.
In addition, weight loss and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle can significantly improve the results of fertility treatments. Studies show that weight loss only from 5% to 10% can improve ovulation and increase the pregnancy rate in women with sop.
Source: Terra

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